Building Bridges e-book

Building Bridges E-Book: Bridging Past Narratives to Present Understanding

Unlock the rich tapestry of historical narratives with the Building Bridges E-Book, a captivating resource tailored for students aged 11-16 in the subjects of Citizenship, History, PSHE, and English. This 8-page black and white PDF offers a profound exploration of the experiences of the white community witnessing the arrival of Caribbean people in Britain post-World War II, spanning from 1948 to 1962.

Key Features:

Holistic Learning Approach:

Subjects Covered: Citizenship, History, PSHE, and English.
Age Group: Designed for 11-16-year-olds.
Heritage Lottery Funded Project:

Building Bridges Workshops: Originating from three oral history workshops held in Camden in July 2008, the resource is part of the Heritage Lottery-funded educational project Building Bridges. The workshops facilitated interviews and discussions between secondary school students and elders from the host community, covering diverse topics such as work, schooling, housing, cultural & social changes, and impact on family life.
Heartfelt Interviews and Discussions:

Primary Sources: The E-Book is based on social history research and includes poignant interviews and discussions with English elders and students from the London borough of Camden.
Supporting Photographic Archives:

Visual Richness: Filled with never-before-seen photographic archives, the resource provides a visual journey through the past, enhancing students’ understanding of the historical context.
Model General Questions:

Engaging Dialogue: The E-Book includes model general questions, offering insights into the emotional impact of witnessing Caribbean people arriving after the war. It features memorable quotes, such as Elder Bob’s recollection of encountering black children for the first time.
Messages to Young Black Children:

Words of Wisdom: The resource concludes with uplifting messages, like Elder Imogen’s advice to young black children, emphasizing the importance of being proud of one’s background.
Versatile Visuals:

Inspiring Creativity: Visual images within the pack allow pupils to share ideas and explore concepts, whether telling a story or comparing 1940s fashion to present trends.
Rooted in Oral Storytelling Tradition:
Bridge to the Future: The E-Book is firmly rooted in the tradition of oral storytelling, bringing forth unheard stories of the past to build a bridge toward a better future for young people.

Further supporting resources
Building Bridges Documentary: available at https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/building-bridges-documentary-with-supporting-e-resources-12548962Complementing the E-Book, a half-hour documentary, produced and directed by Lorna Holder, premiered at the British Museum and aired on Teacher’s TV in 2008. The project was part of a Heritage Lottery-funded initiative by Full Spectrum Productions.