This webinar is presented by Karin Doull, a principal lecturer at the University of Roehampton, specialising in primary history. She covers:
- Links to the monarchy and how it has changed over time
- Why it is important to teach about the monarchy and coronations
- How to teach the topic with links to substantive concepts and disciplinary skills
- Suggested activities that link to children’s own experiences
- Recommended books and websites
- How Kapow Primary can support you
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Art and design specialist Suzanne Booth provides festive craft ideas for EYFS, KS1 and KS2 pupils. You’ll even find additional craft ideas just for teachers!
Download your step-by-step art guides here.
This video supports teachers in using artefacts to build pupils’ enquiry skills and understanding of continuity and change through hands-on historical investigation.
This History scheme of work video supports teachers in delivering a lesson helping pupils evaluate the Roman legacy in Britain and understand the lasting effects of Roman rule.
The video begins with a historical overview, setting the context of the Roman Empire’s decline and the withdrawal of Roman forces from Britain in 410 AD. Pupils learn how the absence of Roman protection left Britain vulnerable to invasions, creating the conditions for significant change. The lesson explores the abstract but vital concept of ‘legacy’, defined as a lasting impact left by people or events from the past and supports pupils in identifying how Roman contributions shaped Britain.
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.
This Design and Technology video introduces pupils to the technique of pinking in textiles. It explains that pinking refers to cutting a zigzag or scalloped edge using pinking shears, which can be used as a decorative design feature. The video highlights the importance of cutting through both sides of the fabric for best results and includes a reminder to handle the shears carefully.
This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Design and Technology Textiles resources. It supports teachers in helping pupils develop decorative fabric techniques safely and confidently.
Our art specialists Lucy Roff and Suzanne Booth present engaging ideas and activities to get involved with this year’s Big Draw festival. Find more information here.
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This History teacher video introduces the concept of continuity and change, a key historical concept from the National Curriculum. It explains how children should identify what has stayed the same and what has changed over time, rather than looking at events in isolation. Teachers are guided to support pupils in comparing historical periods—either with the present or with other points in history—and in understanding the reasons behind continuity and change.
The video demonstrates how to use tools like the Kapow Primary timeline and highlights examples from the curriculum, such as comparing the Stone Age to the Iron Age in lower key stage two, or exploring ancient Greece in upper key stage two. It supports teachers in helping pupils build chronological awareness and make meaningful historical comparisons.
