The Guardian does Black History Month!

This month is Black History month and to celebrate this the Guardian is giving away 5 posters, that when put together will form a timeline of events of the Black Civil Rights movements in the USA and in Britain. I have seen previews of these posters and they do look like they will be very good! The History department at Swanwick Hall will be investing in a set to display!

History Brought to Life!

I have recently stumbled across a fantastic website called 'Timelines TV'-like the BBC interactive timeline, you can explore periods of British History but with this website you can actually view videos that tell you about each period! This is truely brilliant and ideal for use at home and in the classroom. I will definitely be trying it out in my classroom soon!

Take a look and let me know what you think! Enjoy!

The BBC score high again with an Interactive Timeline!

Like me, have you ever wanted to find out something about British History really quickly without getting out a huge, dusty old book? Of course you have! Well, the BBC History website has come up with an answer: an interactive timeline! I have just had a fiddle with it and it is brill! It is really easy to work and isn't too fussy looking! Have a go yourself and let me know what you think!