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: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

A brief look at the nautical origins of the English language nursery rhyme 'Jack Be Nimble, Jack Be Quick, Jack Jump Over the Candlestick'. Includes a free YouTube video and free, downloadable PDF file. This resource could be used by students with English as a foreign language, as part of a rhymes or poetry lesson, for World Oceans Day topics, or alongside any class themes about oceans, pirates, explorers, or the Caribbean. It may also be of use in a debate about women on ships, and the historical role of pregnancy in the legal system. May also be of interest to students learning about Yellow Fever, vaccinations, immune system, and effects of alcohol. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TNPWWSBKso&list=PLd9pxOIcWRI3804RDSxgx6c4iMFrD7TET&index=3 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: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

A small selection of Easter egg photos, which will be added to in time. Best purchased as part of an Easter bundle for full value. 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: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

What is the origin of the word window, and what does it mean in Old Norse? Do we still use Vikings words in the English language today? I made this page for my students as part of our module on the Vikings in Britain.

Photos from my time living with a Bedouin community in the desert of Wadi Rhum, Jordan. Taken on slide film, before digital cameras were invented. May be useful for exploring other countries and cultures and comparing life where you live and life in a desert environment.

A Viking themed colouring activity to help students answer questions about Viking Age culture and beliefs. Ideal for primary school students, and students learning English as a foreign language. The Havamal could be used to address behavioural issues with students as it gives advice on how to be a ‘good’ Viking. Be brave, positive, and be nice to your friends.

This is a hand written resource that I created for my class in the former Soviet Republic of Georgia, so they could raise funds for an expedition they were planning. The theme was Alice in Wonderland and would help them to work in groups to organise the fundraising events and to raise the budget they needed for their school trip. There are 41 fundraising activities for students, some simple, some requiring a bit more input. Please note that there are some references to our local currency (GEL) and a couple of people or places that we had connections with, but you could easily substitute these for your local currency, people, or places. 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: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

A worksheet and video that explorers the history of the Christmas tree in Britain. With links to the Egyptians, Romans, Vikings, Druids, and Celts. What is the connection between the Royal family and Victorians and the Christmas tree? Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ouZe2LVRXao - Why do we put up a Christmas tree? - When was the first Christmas tree put up in Britain? - Where did the tradition of the Christmas tree come from? - What kind of tree is a Christmas tree? ​LEARNING OBJECTIVES (KEY STAGE 1-3 History): 1. Pupils should extend and deepen their chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of British, local and world history, so that it provides a well-informed context for wider learning. Pupils should identify significant events, make connections, draw contrasts, and analyse trends within periods and over long arcs of 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: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

Based on a popular YouTube challenge, students will watch the video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YoNKxLfcKXA), and create their own. This lesson is based on the following learning objectives from the British National Curriculum: LEARNING OBJECTIVES: ENGLISH KEY STAGES 1-4 1. students should articulate and justify answers, arguments, and opinions. 2. students should give short speeches and presentations, expressing their own ideas, and keeping to the point. 3. students should speak confidently, audibly, and effectively 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: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

A fun Christmas baubles page made up of words that can be coloured by students.

Every summer the islanders and visitors of Alderney in the British Channel Islands take part in a competition on the beach to see who can build the best sandcastle or sand sculpture. I took these photos to share with my students overseas as we learnt about seaside holidays in Britain and our local traditions. 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: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.

This is a hand written resource that I created for my class in the former Soviet Republic of Georgia, so they could raise funds for an expedition they were planning. This would help them to work in groups, to organise the fundraising events, and to raise the budget they needed for their school trip. There are 72 fundraising activities for students, some simple, some requiring a bit more input. Please note that there are some references to our local currency (GEL) and a couple of people or places that we had connections with, but you could easily substitute these for your local currency, people, or places. 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: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/sarah277 Let me know if you have any resource requests and I will tailor make a resource for you.