Thought-provoking historical projects

Imaginative project ideas to challenge secondary students to think outside the box when it comes to investigating different historical periods

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Books Used In Secondary History Project

Inspire inquisitive minds to investigate a variety of historical periods with these captivating project ideas

With the end of term almost in sight, projects are a great way to keep your classes engaged while acquiring new knowledge and developing important skills. Whether they are used to introduce unfamiliar historical periods, explore one in more detail or discover local history, this collection of imaginative project ideas has the power to get students of all ages and abilities thinking more deeply.

WW2: Veterans Research Project
JAB1984

WW2: Veterans Research Project

£1.25
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Worksheet and links to create an independent research lesson (computer room needed) on Veterans Stories from WW2. Stories include the experiences of women, soldiers, airmen, commonwealth soldiers, etc.
9. Greatest Events of the 20th Century Project
HistoryMade Easy

9. Greatest Events of the 20th Century Project

£2.50
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This is the last of the nine lessons I created for a Year 9 class focusing on Early Events of the 20th Century specifically focusing on the sinking of the Titanic and the womens suffrage movement. These lessons offer a range of fun and engaging activities that could be adapted for most year gr...
Henry VIII - Full Homework Project
Eldritch2

Henry VIII - Full Homework Project

£3.00
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A homework project aimed at year 7 pupils to cover the course of six weeks approx. They should complete 1-2 tasks per week. Focusing on a general introductory overview of King Henry VIII, his life, six wives, and some of his political decisions.
WWI Soldier Homework Project
Enabled Learning

WWI Soldier Homework Project

£0.75
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This is a homework task involving researching a soldier from WWI and completing a task of the student's choice. It is completely editable and comes with a mark scheme.

Local History resources

Discover the Dissolution Local History Project
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Discover the Dissolution Local History Project

FREE
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Discover the Dissolution is a national enrichment project run by The National Archives for schools and history groups. The aim is to allow students of all ages to practice their research skills. Groups are encouraged to use the Discover the Dissolution resources to locate a local monastery or nunne...
Local History: Culture on Your Doorstep
Sallyent

Local History: Culture on Your Doorstep

FREE
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Ideas and practical activities to create a local history study and support other curriculum areas. Use your local history as a teaching resource for cross-curricular work covering history, literacy, art, geography and maths; wherever you live and whatever period or geography your local history may...