This cross-cultural pack is embedded in National Curriculum subjects such as History, English, Art & Design, and Design & Technology. Whether you are a teacher or student this educational resource contains a wealth of information and activities that give an understanding of the cultural and historical links between Jamaica and Britain. For Secondary Schools- Key Stage 3, Year 9 students. It documents five decades of Jamaican influence on British culture, since Jamaica’s independence in 1962 to 2000. Placing Jamaica in its historical context since its acquisition under British Rule in 1655, it also shows the interconnections between Britain and the development of Jamaica’s distinctive cultural identity. All students from diverse background will benefit from a wide range of activities to further develop their learning skills, knowledge and personal development. This pack includes three editions: A 50 - page Learning Book with the use of artifacts, oral histories, quality images, photographs, testimonials, and lesson plans. It includes 35 pages of Activities and ’ Teachers’ Notes. The activities include comprehension questions as a ‘learning focus’ with differentiation and challenges for extension for more able students. The Teachers’ Notes provide additional contexual information and related links for further research. Finally, a Unit of Work in Art & Design with lesson plans produced with Burlington Danes Academy, based on Jamaican - born visual artist, George ‘Fowokan’ Kelly’s sculpture, Meditations Beneath Duppy Cherry Tree. It also looks at the work of Pablo Picasso, who had been influenced by African art in the early part of the 20th century. Supporting DVSs are also available on TES to download