This History teacher skills video provides guidance on how to use Roman artefacts effectively in the classroom to support historical inquiry. It demonstrates how to engage pupils in handling and observing artefacts, encouraging them to ask thoughtful questions and make logical deductions about Roman life. From chatelaine sets to brooches, mosaics, and glassware, the video explores ways to scaffold pupil investigation, develop observational skills, and deepen understanding of life in ancient Rome through material evidence.
year: Year 1
History teacher skills: Legacy
This History teacher skills video supports teaching the abstract concept of legacy by guiding pupils to evaluate the lasting impact of the Roman Empire on Britain. It explores key Roman contributions such as numerals, central heating, sewage systems, and Christianity. The video encourages pupils to compare life before and after the Roman conquest and reflect on which Roman legacies are still significant today.
This video is part of Kapow Primary’s History skills resources. It equips teachers with strategies to help children analyse change over time and assess historical influence through critical thinking and comparison.
D&T Textiles – Shaping fabric
This DT video supports pupils in developing their fabric shaping skills. It provides step-by-step guidance on how to cut fabric accurately and safely, including how to handle pins, trim around curves, and check precision using templates. Pupils are encouraged to take their time, ask for help when needed, and refine their cutting technique for greater control and success.
This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Design and Technology Textiles strand. It helps teachers support pupils in building practical skills, boosting confidence when working with fabric and tools.
D&T Textiles – Securing a template to fabric
This D&T video introduces pupils to techniques for securely attaching a template to fabric before cutting. It covers how to use pins safely, manage loose fabric, and cut accurately around shapes and curves. Pupils are guided through step-by-step instructions to build confidence in shaping fabric and checking for precision.
This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Design and Technology Textiles strand. It supports teachers in helping pupils develop practical and safe fabric-handling skills.
D&T Textiles – Running stitch
This D&T video demonstrates how to sew a running stitch, one of the most fundamental hand-sewing techniques. Pupils are shown how to thread a needle, tie a knot, and create even stitches by passing the needle in and out of fabric. The video includes clear steps for finishing off the stitch securely and reinforces safe, practical sewing habits.
This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Design and Technology Textiles strand. It supports teachers in developing pupils’ confidence in working with fabric and building foundational sewing skills.
D&T Textiles – Attaching ribbon
This D&T video introduces pupils to key textile techniques, including how to fasten ribbon to fabric using pins and a running stitch. Pupils are guided through best practices such as folding ribbon ends to avoid fraying, safely threading a needle, and finishing their work with secure stitches. The video supports careful trimming and handling of materials to ensure a neat and lasting result.
This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Design and Technology Textiles resources. It equips pupils with practical sewing skills that are essential for fabric-based projects in Key Stage 2.
D&T Textiles – Appliqué
This D&T video introduces pupils to applique — a textile technique where smaller pieces of fabric are sewn or stuck onto a larger background to form decorative patterns. Teachers are shown how to mark, cut, and pin fabric shapes with care before securing them using a running stitch. The video also demonstrates how to work with smaller shapes using fabric glue and how to finish with neat, secure knots.
This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Design and Technology Textiles resources. It supports the development of practical sewing and design skills for Key Stage 2 pupils working with fabric.
D&T Textiles – Cross-stitch
This D&T video introduces pupils to the cross stitch — a decorative sewing technique used to add pattern and texture to textiles projects. The video demonstrates each step clearly, from threading the needle and anchoring stitches to creating neat, symmetrical crosses and finishing off securely. Pupils are encouraged to focus on accuracy and patience while developing fine motor skills.
This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Design and Technology Textiles resources. It supports Key Stage 2 pupils in developing core stitching techniques and confidence with hand sewing.
D&T Textiles – Attaching embellishments
This D&T video introduces pupils to the technique of embellishing, where decorative elements such as beads, sequins, and buttons are attached to fabric. The video demonstrates step-by-step methods for securely stitching each type of decoration, including how to create a cross stitch to attach a four-hole button. Pupils will build fine motor skills and precision as they explore creative ways to enhance their textile work.
This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Design and Technology Textiles resources. It supports Key Stage 2 pupils in developing confidence with embellishing techniques and adding detail to their design projects.
