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History is all around us. We only have to ask our own families and communities. They can tell us enough stories to fill a library of books. This kind of history is called ORAL HISTORY.Documents and books often concentrate on famous people and big events. But many people’s experiences and voices have been hidden from history. Oral history fills in the gaps and gives us history which includes everyone.With digital technology, anyone can preserve oral histories and share them with others. It is a wonderful way of developing digital and interviewing skills while learning about history. It can build the confidence of young people and respect between generations.This guide has been created in partnership by the Oral History Society and People’s Collection Wales. It offers helpful advice on getting started with an oral history project in your school or community. Key Stage 2, 3 & 4History, Literacy Skills, Digital Competence Framework Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our website. See the Quick Links below for content to accompany this Teaching Resource.

The Carmarthen Coracle

Discover the customs of the old coracle families of Carmarthen, the way of life, the myths and legends that surround them, and the superstitions of the river. Delve into a traditional world and help to keep an ancient culture alive. Key Stage 2History, Science, Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship, Personal and Social Education, Geography, Drama, Physical Education, Literacy, Digital Competence Framework (Citizenship, Interacting and collaborating) Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students. See the Quick Links below for content to accompany this Teaching Resource.

Glamorgan Archives: Shopping in the Past

Learn about how the way we shop has changed over time. Explore the changing face of the local high street and Cardiff city centre, and discover more about the development of home delivery. Find out about food rationing during difficult times, and learn about the treats on offer at cafes in the past.This resource was created by the Glamorgan Archives using sources including photographs, trade directories, building plans, census returns and much more. The teachers’ notes were written for Key Stage 2, however the resource contains fascinating source material and ideas that could be adapted for KS3 and KS4 learners. Key Stage 2, 3 & 4History, Literacy Skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students. It is one of a series of 6 resources from the Glamorgan archives for KS2, 3 & 4.

Glamorgan Archives: From the Collieries to...

Discover more about coal; where did it come from? How was it used? Where did it go? Learn how Welsh coal powered the world and explore how it was exported via Cardiff Docks.This resource was created by the Glamorgan Archives using sources including maps, photographs, census returns, trade directories, shipping records and much more. The teachers’ notes were written for Key Stage 2, however the resource contains fascinating source material and ideas that could be adapted for KS3 and KS4 learners. Key Stage 2, 3 & 4History, Literacy Skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students. It is one of a series of 6 resources from the Glamorgan archives for KS2, 3 & 4.

Glamorgan Archives: Rich and Poor in Victorian...

Find out how rich people in south Wales lived in Victorian times, and discover how the poor Victorian people of south Wales led their lives. Learn what was it like to go to school in Victorian times, and explore the working lives of people in south Wales. Discover more about the houses Victorian people lived in, and the furniture and appliances they owned.This resource was created by the Glamorgan Archives using sources including census returns, maps, photographs, school log books, diaries and much more. The teachers’ notes were written for Key Stage 2, however the resource contains fascinating source material and ideas that could be adapted for KS3 and KS4 learners. Key Stage 2, 3 & 4History, Literacy Skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students. It is one of a series of 6 resources from the Glamorgan archives for KS2, 3 & 4.

Glamorgan Archives: Tudors and Stuarts

Find out how people in South Wales lived during the Tudor and Stuart times; what they wore, what they ate, and how they furnished their homes. Learn more about the Tudor and Stuart kings and queens and their links to South Wales.This resource was created by the Glamorgan Archives using sources including wills and inventories, recipe books, seals, letters and more. The teachers’ notes were written for Key Stage 2, however the resource contains fascinating source material and ideas that could be adapted for KS3 and KS4 learners. Key Stage 2, 3 & 4History, Literacy Skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students. It is one of a series of 6 resources from the Glamorgan archives for KS2, 3 & 4.

Glamorgan Archives: First World War

Discover more about the impact of the First World War on the people and communities of south Wales. Learn about life at the front, about the people from south Wales who served in the war, and the care provided for injured soldiers. Discover how the War affected life at home and in school, and explore the changing role of women during the war.This resource was created by the Glamorgan Archives using sources including school log books, photographs, letters, diaries and much more. The teachers’ notes were written for Key Stage 2, however the resource contains fascinating source material and ideas that could be adapted for KS3 and KS4 learners. Key Stage 2, 3 & 4History, Literacy Skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students. It is one of a series of 6 resources from the Glamorgan archives for KS2, 3 & 4.

Glamorgan Archives: Second World War

Find out about the impact the Second World War had on Cardiff and south Wales. Discover how schools were affected, learn about air raids and air raid precautions and find out more about evacuees. Explore how the war was fought on the Home Front through Dig for Victory and Make Do and Mend, and see how rationing had an impact on everyday people in south Wales.This resource was created by the Glamorgan Archives using sources including school log books, maps, photographs, letters and much more. The teachers’ notes were written for Key Stage 2, however the resource contains fascinating source material and ideas that could be adapted for KS3 and KS4 learners. Key Stage 2, 3 & 4History, Literacy Skills Curriculum for Wales 2022: Progression Steps 2, 3 and 4HumanitiesEnquiry, exploration and investigation inspire curiosity about the world, its past, present and future.Human societies are complex and diverse, and shaped by human actions and beliefs. Language, Literacy and CommunicationExpressing ourselves through languages is the key to communication.Understanding languages is key to understanding the world around us. Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our website. It is one of a series of 6 resources from the Glamorgan archives for KS2, 3 & 4. You can view the source material in the pdf below, or you and your pupils can view this content digitally on PCW by following the Quick links below.

Case Study: Swansea Windrush Intergenerational...

The Windrush Intergenerational Project was developed by the African Community Centre (ACC), working with young people in local schools, to research the lives of the Windrush generation who arrived in Wales from the West Indies between the 1940s and 1970s. The project sought to bridge the gap between older and younger generations, especially with regards to passing down culture, tradition, journeys, settlement and other experiences. It records and documents the amazing contributions that Black and Ethnic Minority migrants have brought to the UK, and to Swansea/Neath Port Talbot in particular. In total, the project celebrates the lives of ten elders, a combination of members of the Windrush generation and other persons whose contributions have made South Wales a multicultural society. The case study text is bilingual however the video interviews and booklet are available in English only. Key Stage 3 & 4 History, Literacy skills, Digital Competence Framework Case Study See how other schools have used our website to give you ideas for your own digital projects.

Use Archives to Discover Local History

Collection of Victorian architectural drawings...

A collection of architectural drawings by the Newport architect R.G. Thomas (1820 - 1883). Thomas was an architect and engineer who spent most of his life in Australia, having emigrated from Britain in 1836. He returned to Britain in 1846, where he remained for a period of 15 years, most of which were spent in Newport. During this time he was involved in numerous diverse building projects ranging from a drainage system for a housing estate to designs for cottages and villas and from shop-fronts to schools, churches and town halls. Key Stage 2 Art and Design, History Key Stage 3, 4 Art and Design Collection We have collected these items together so that you can quickly and easily use them as resources to create activities for your class.

Case Study: Cynefin - Our Welcome

Cynefin - Our Welcome is a community film education project by The Welfare Ystradgynlais. It was funded by Ffilm Cymru Wales and supported by Michael Sheen and the Josef Herman Art Foundation. The Welfare Ystradgynlais’ community arts team worked with Ysgol Maesydderwen, Ysgol Dyffryn Y Glowyr and Syrian families who have settled in Ystradgynlais, to tell stories of refugees past and present. Award winning animation company Winding Snake Productions worked with the community to produce the two animated films that share stories about how people fleeing conflict have been made welcome in Ystradgynlais. This project won the Digital Excellence Award in the Welsh Heritage Schools Initiative Competition 2018. This award was funded by People's Collection Wales. The content of this case study is the two films; Cynefin and Uncle Ahmad's Canaries, plus a 'making of' video that tells you more about the project and shows you how the films were made. Click on the 'Cynefin - Our Welcome' Collection in the Quick Links below to view all three. Key Stage 2 & 3 History, Digital Competence Framework, Literacy skills Case Study See how other schools have used our website to give you ideas for your own digital projects.

Roman School

In this iBook you will explore what education was like for rich Roman children. You will discover the Roman collections held by the National Roman Legion Museum and the National Library of Wales. There is also a PDF version (not interactive) if you don't have access to iOS (Apple). This can be used as a stand alone resource but is best used to compliment the ‘Grammaticus - Roman Classroom’ role play session held at the National Roman Legion Museum. Key Stage 2 History, Literacy skills, Numeracy skills Learning Activity Pack This resource provides learning activities for your students using our website. See the Quick Links below for a collection of images to accompany this Teaching Resource. The collection includes content from the resource, and extra images to enhance your pupils’ learning experience.

Case Study: Royal Charter Shipwreck

The 'Great Storm of 1859', one of the most destructive storms in British history, hit the coast of Wales on 25-26 October 1859. Nearly 150 ships were lost, the most famous of which was the steamship Royal Charter, which wrecked off the coast of Anglesey with the loss of 450 lives. The shipwrecks of the Great Storm provide a unique window on the Victorian period in Wales - a moment in time through which to explore our trading links with the wider world, forgotten maritime industries, and the society of the day.Three schools from Anglesey spent several months studying the Royal Charter shipwreck, in a joint partnership project between Cadw and the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales (RCAHMW). Read about their project, get great ideas for classroom activities and see examples of the work produced by the pupils. You can also explore the source material they used here on People's Collection Wales, including beautiful gold artefacts and everyday objects recovered from the Royal Charter shipwreck. Key Stage 2History, Literacy skills, Numeracy skills Case StudySee how other schools have used our website to give you ideas for your own digital projects.

Case Study: Mapping the Model

Mapping the Model was an Arts Council of Wales Lead Creative Schools Project, that took place in Model Church in Wales School, Carmarthen, in the Spring Term of 2018. The project was a collaboration between artist Rowan O’Neill and the Year 4 Creative Group, and was designed in response to the brief prepared by the school: Can an exploration of deep mapping, via Welsh poetry and drama, improve confidence and oracy skills and enhance creative thinking for pupils in Year 4?The challenge of this project was to find different ways of mapping links between the school and the town of Carmarthen, including geography, history and legend. The result was an investigative project around the concept of mapping, that used People’s Collection Wales to digitally publish and record the diverse work created. Key Stage 2History, Geography, Literacy skills, Numeracy skills, Digital Competence Framework Case StudySee how other schools have used our website to give you ideas for your own digital projects.

Tudor Houses and Homes

What kind of homes did people have in Tudor times? What did they look like, how were they made and what were they made of? Were they simple or luxurious? Look at photographs, drawings and plans of different Tudor houses. Develop planning, thinking and communication skills, and learn about life in Tudor times.This resource is bilingual. Key Stage 2History, Literacy skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content.

Victorian Swansea - People and Possessions

What objects did the people of Swansea have in their houses in the mid-19th century? When you visit a museum you will see displays of household objects and everyday items that have survived from the 19th century. Some have been handed down through families, some have been found by archaeologists, some have been bought or borrowed, some have been donated to the museum. Some relate to people's work, some to running the household, some to leisure and pastimes.Objects can tell us a lot about how people lived, how well-off or poor they were and what sorts of materials and manufacturing were available. We can also see what sorts of things were bought and sold, used and treasured, thrown away or lost by people in the past.This Learning Activity has everything you need to run a session yourself in the classroom, and can also link with school workshops at the National Waterfront Museum and Swansea Museum. Key Stage 2History, Computing, Literacy skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content. It is one of a series of 3 relating to 'Victorian Swansea' for KS2.

Victorian Swansea - People’s stories

Who were the Victorians of Swansea? How can we find out about the ordinary people who lived and worked in Swansea in the 1850s? What was Walter Butt doing with a pineapple? Why was Mrs Phillips criticised for selling fruit on a Sunday?This Learning Activity explores some of the sources which briefly record moments in the lives of the people who otherwise disappear from history and encourages students to interpret the sources and create characters themselves. Key Stage 2History, Computing, Literacy skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content. It is one of a series of 3 relating to 'Victorian Swansea' for KS2.

Urban Meadow

Learn about bees, biodiversity and how to create your own meadow.In 2014, National Museum Cardiff created an Urban Meadow on the Museum grounds to provide a natural haven for local wildlife within the urban landscape. This pack is designed to support teachers and educators in preparing for a self-led visit to National Museum Cardiff, but can also be used to support learning inside and outside of the classroom. There are lots of ideas and activities to explore before your visit, at the Museum, and back at school. There is also a resources section at the back of the pack with worksheets and activities. Foundation PhaseKnowledge and understanding of the world, Language, literacy and communication skills, Mathematical Development, Personal and social development, well-being and cultural diversity Key Stage 2Science, Art and design, Geography, Education for sustainable development and global citizenship, Literacy skills, Numeracy skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our website. See the Quick Links below for a collection of images to accompany this Teaching Resource. The collection includes content from the resource, and extra images to enhance your pupils’ learning experience.

Dinosaur Detectives

Unearth a dinosaur fossil, find out if T. rex had big feet and discover what dinosaurs liked to eat through a variety of puzzles and games. There is also the chance to meet Wales newest dinosaur Dracoraptor hanigani.Download the iBook or PDF file onto your portable device and start finding out more. You can use it at home, or bring it to National Museum Cardiff and use it as you explore the galleries. Foundation phaseKnowledge and Understanding of the World, Mathematical Development Key Stage 2Science, Mathematics Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our website. See the Quick Links below for a collection of images to accompany this Teaching Resource. The collection includes content from the resource, and extra images to enhance your pupils’ learning experience.

Blaenavon Ironworks KS3

Investigate the ironworks at Blaenavon, one of the birthplaces of the Industrial Revolution and now a World Heritage Site. Look at plans, maps, drawings, photographs and written reports to discover what life was like at a working ironworks. Explore the changes that happened in Wales between 1760 and 1914 and develop thinking skills through historical enquiry. Key Stage 3History Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content.

Blaenavon Ironworks KS2

Investigate the ironworks at Blaenavon, one of the birthplaces of the Industrial Revolution and now a World Heritage Site. Look at plans, maps, drawings, photographs and written reports to discover what life was like at a working ironworks. Explore the changes that happened in Wales between 1760 and 1914 and develop thinking skills through historical enquiry. Key Stage 2History Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content.

On Your Doorstep - School Log Books

Using archives to explore local history. This resource explores how you can investigate the history of your locality using school log books as a type of source found in local and national archives or record offices in Wales. It forms part of a series forming the basic building blocks for finding out about local history.The resource is intended as a guide for teachers, helping them to use primary sources in the classroom. The resource can also help teachers work with their local archive to locate similar sources for their own locality. It aims to introduce teachers and students to the types of archival sources used for local history and to familiarise them with the form, appearance and content of the sources. Key Stage 2History, Literacy skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content. It is one of a series of 8 relating to 'Using Archives to Explore Local History' for KS2.

Wales at War - Cardiff during WW2

What was daily life like in Cardiff during World War 2? Whilst investigating digital copies of primary sources from Glamorgan Archives, learners will develop an understanding of daily life in Cardiff during WW2. Pupils will establish the date for the outbreak of war and investigate air raids, evacuation, rationing and VE Day. Key Stage 2History, Literacy skills, Numeracy skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content.

On Your Doorstep - Sales Catalogues

Using Archives to Explore Local History. This resource explores how you can investigate the history of your locality using sales catalogues as a type of source found in local and national archives or record offices in Wales. It forms part of a series forming the basic building blocks for finding out about local history.The resource is intended as a guide for teachers, helping them to use primary sources in the classroom. The resource can also help teachers work with their local archive to locate similar sources for their own locality. It aims to introduce teachers and students to the types of archival sources used for local history and to familiarise them with the form, appearance and content of the sources. Key Stage 2History, Literacy skills, Geography Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content. It is one of a series of 8 relating to 'Using Archives to Explore Local History' for KS2.

On Your Doorstep - Trade Directories

Using Archives to Explore Local History. This resource explores how you can investigate the history of your locality using trade directories as a type of source found in local and national archives or record offices in Wales. It forms part of a series forming the basic building blocks for finding out about local history.The resource is intended as a guide for teachers, helping them to use primary sources in the classroom. The resource can also help teachers work with their local archive to locate similar sources for their own locality. It aims to introduce teachers and students to the types of archival sources used for local history and to familiarise them with the form, appearance and content of the sources. Key Stage 2History, Literacy skills, Geography Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content. It is one of a series of 8 relating to 'Using Archives to Explore Local History' for KS2.

On Your Doorstep - Photographs

Using archives to explore local history. This resource explores how you can investigate the history of your locality using photographs as a type of source found in local and national archives or record offices in Wales. It forms part of a series forming the basic building blocks for finding out about local history.The resource is intended as a guide for teachers, helping them to use primary sources in the classroom. The resource can also help teachers work with their local archive to locate similar sources for their own locality. It aims to introduce teachers and students to the types of archival sources used for local history and to familiarise them with the form, appearance and content of the sources. Key Stage 2History, Literacy skills, Geography Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content. It is one of a series of 8 relating to 'Using Archives to Explore Local History' for KS2.

On Your Doorstep - Parish Registers

Using archives to explore local history. This resource explores how you can investigate the history of your locality using parish registers as a type of source found in local and national archives or record offices in Wales. It forms part of a series forming the basic building blocks for finding out about local history. The resource is intended as a guide for teachers, helping them to use primary sources in the classroom. The resource can also help teachers work with their local archive to locate similar sources for their own locality. It aims to introduce teachers and students to the types of archival sources used for local history and to familiarise them with the form, appearance and content of the sources. Key Stage 2History, Literacy skills Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content. It is one of a series of 8 relating to 'Using Archives to Explore Local History' for KS2.

On Your Doorstep - Newspapers

Using Archives to Explore Local History. This resource explores how you can investigate the history of your locality using newspapers as a type of source found in local and national archives or record offices in Wales. It forms part of a series forming the basic building blocks for finding out about local history. The resource is intended as a guide for teachers, helping them to use primary sources in the classroom. The resource can also help teachers work with their local archive to locate similar sources for their own locality. It aims to introduce teachers and students to the types of archival sources used for local history and to familiarise them with the form, appearance and content of the sources. Key Stage 2History, Literacy skills, Geography Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content. It is one of a series of 8 relating to 'Using Archives to Explore Local History' for KS2.

On Your Doorstep - Maps

Using Archives to Explore Local History. This resource explores how you can investigate the history of your locality using Ordnance Survey and tithe maps as a type of source found in local and national archives or record offices in Wales. It forms part of a series forming the basic building blocks for finding out about local history. The resource is intended as a guide for teachers, helping them to use primary sources in the classroom. The resource can also help teachers work with their local archive to locate similar sources for their own locality. It aims to introduce teachers and students to the types of archival sources used for local history and to familiarise them with the form, appearance and content of the sources. Key Stage 2History, Literacy skills, Geography Learning Activity PackThis resource provides learning activities for your students using our content. It is one of a series of 8 relating to 'Using Archives to Explore Local History' for KS2.

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