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What did people wear in the 1940s? How has fashion changed between then and now? What impact did World War Two have on the clothing people wore? Four cut out and dress dolls as examples of clothing from the 1940s, and four black and white versions for students to colour themselves. Step back in time to the 1940s with this engaging paper doll activity that combines history and creativity. Perfect for exploring World War II-era fashion and societal roles, this resource includes printable paper dolls with authentic wartime clothing styles. Students can learn about utilitarian fashion influenced by wartime rationing, as well as the cultural significance of clothing during the era. Ideal for history lessons, creative projects, or enrichment activities. Suggested Use: History Lessons: Use the paper dolls to discuss World War II and its impact on daily life, including fashion and societal roles. Art & Design Projects: Encourage students to design additional outfits inspired by the 1940s, fostering creativity and historical understanding. Role Play Activities: Allow students to act out historical scenarios using the dolls to deepen their understanding of life during wartime. UK National Curriculum Links: This resource aligns with the following areas of the UK National Curriculum: History (Key Stage 2): A study of an aspect or theme in British history that extends pupils’ chronological knowledge beyond 1066 (e.g., World War II and its impact on society). Understanding how historical evidence is used to make claims about the past. Art & Design: Exploring visual elements of design influenced by historical periods. Links to National/Awareness/Celebration Days: VE Day Commemorations (8 May): Celebrate Victory in Europe Day by exploring wartime history through creative activities. National Day of Prayer (23 May): Reflect on significant moments during World War II, such as Dunkirk. International Women’s Day (8 March): Highlight the roles women played during WWII, including their influence on fashion and culture. Terms of Use: This resource is licensed for full commercial use within the educator’s own classroom creations, including lesson planning and student projects. However, it may not be sold or redistributed as is, nor used to create competing products. Acknowledgment: 51���� © The Curiosity Crows. All rights reserved. Please credit “The Curiosity Crows” when using this resource in your classroom creations.

What did people wear in the 1970s? How has fashion changed between then and now? Four cut out and dress dolls as examples of clothing from the 1970s, and four black and white versions for students to colour themselves.

A colouring page that I created for my students as part of our module on the Vikings in Britain. Where they get the name ‘Viking’ from. What does the word ‘Viking’ mean? Includes references to the Anglo-Saxons, Anglo-Frisians, Scandinavians, Victorians, and Old Norse. Could lead into a discussion of tribes, migration, and how groups of people are given names. Also touches on where our knowledge of history and language comes from, and how words become part of our everyday language. Suitable for a range of ages.

A worksheet to help students understand the difference between BC and AD when speaking about history. Can be given as an activity, as a refresher, or a wet weather colouring page sheet that is suitable for all ages. Ideal for topics on chronological time and timelines, historical dating, a.d versus b.c, meaning of BCE and CE, Before Christ, Anno Domini, in the year of our Lord, and topics on Ancient Rome. A black and white, hand-drawn, minimalist activity page that I originally created for my students whilst teaching ESL abroad and having no electricity, books, or resources. Perfect for those students or kiddos who are early or fast finishers, for wet breaks and recess, for a quick download and minimum prep supply teacher activity, for homework, exam revision, or handouts to introduce or finish out the unit on centuries, timelines, and olden days. Budget friendly and economical. Can also be used as a brain break for students who need a bit of a movement activity or change of scenery.

A history colouring sheet to help your students revise and remember the English Civil War key points.

In folklore the Krampus (half devil, half goat) would roam the streets on the eve of the 5th December looking for naughty children to punish. Sometimes he would carry a pile of birch twigs to beat them too. He might travel on is own, or with St Nicholas who had his own Feast and festival on the 6th December where good children were celebrated. Krampusnacht is still celebrated in some European countries today. Print out and colour in this sheet to explore Christmas and Christmas traditions around the world.

Have you ever wondered why we send Christmas cards, or why not every country sends cards? When was the first card sent? Who sent the first Christmas Card? How many Christmas cards are sent each year? In this video I'll answer some of these questions as I explore the history of the Christmas card. This session is based on a video (History of the Christmas Card | Who Sent the First Card) with real life explorer and Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society Sarah Weldon. LEARNING OBJECTIVES (KEY STAGE 1-4 HISTORY): 1. gain historical perspective by placing their growing knowledge into different contexts, understanding the connections between local, regional, national and international history; between cultural, economic, military, political, religious and social history; and between short- and long-term timescales. Please leave me a review and I will send you any other resource of your choice for free (contact me: office@oceansproject.com). Check out my other resources at my shop: /teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

A fun but educational look at the important question of ‘do fish fart’. This is a free PDF document, and a YouTube video. A great resource for World Oceans Day, and for exploring topics such as gas exchange, oceans, the human body (why we fart), communication, species, herring fish, and people who use the sea for transport. Could also be used for students with English as a foreign language, or for homeschooling.

"Burial Chamber (Dolmen) in Alderney Les Pourciaux means Dolmen in the Norman-French language. The Pourciaux burial chamber was probably destroyed by the german occupation army between the second world war".

A collection of photos of walls, ditches, fences, hedges, and ha-has from my solo row around the coast and inland of Great Britain. For use with materials, habitats, and farming topics. This resource will be added to in time. Please leave me a review and I will send you any other resource of your choice for free (contact me: office@oceansproject.com). Check out my other resources at my shop: /teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

A collection of photos taken on my visit to Westminster Cathedral in London, England. Please leave me a review and I will send you any other resource of your choice for free (contact me: office@oceansproject.com). Check out my other resources at my shop: /teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

A collection of photos from my travels and visits to churches, graves, and gravestones around the world. Please leave me a review and I will send you any other resource of your choice for free (contact me: office@oceansproject.com). Check out my other resources at my shop: /teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

A collection of photos of World Water Two German bunkers on the British Channel Island of Alderney and other related photos. These bunkers are made from concrete and were built by the prisoners of war, using designs from an engineer's handbook. My students have used the photos in their projects and presentations about World War Two. I hope you will find them of use to your class too. Please leave me a review and I will send you any other resource of your choice for free (contact me: office@oceansproject.com). Check out my other resources at my shop: /teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

Henry VIII and his horned helmet. From my visit to the Leeds Royal Armouries Museum. Please leave me a review and I will send you any other resource of your choice for free (contact me: office@oceansproject.com). Check out my other resources at my shop: /teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.