Explore the Past with Us

If you have found the resources on this website useful for teaching, the Newcastle University "Explore the Past with Us" site may also be of interest.

Newcastle University — Explore the Past with Us

"Explore the Past with Us" is a website that brings together learning and teaching resources created by the School of History, Classics and Archaeology at Newcastle University to cater for everyone: Primary School, Secondary School, 16+, Beyond School and Adult education.

Our resources were prepared at different times and for different purposes, but they all reflect the outcome of scholarly research and activity by members of the School of History, Classics & Archaeology. 

We hope you will enjoy using them! 

Primary Schools

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In this page you will find learning and teaching resources that have been developed primarily for primary school pupils (KS1 and KS2 in the UK).

Resources can vary in their layout and complexity, as they have been developed over time by staff members of the School of History, Classics and Archaeology and the School of Arts and Cultures at Newcastle University, as well as by the Great North Museum in Newcastle.

Secondary Schools

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In this page you will find learning and teaching resources that have been developed primarily for secondary school pupils (KS3 and KS4 in the UK).

Further Education 16+

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In this page you will find learning and teaching resources that have been developed primarily for A-Level studies. They can help with developing independent research, or can be used to widen knowledge on some exciting historical moments.