Teacher video: What was life like in Tudor England?

This History video introduces teachers to the key knowledge and lines of historical enquiry explored in the unit, What was life like in Tudor England? It examines the absolute power of the monarchy and how Tudor society was organised, highlighting the significance of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I as rulers.

Pupil video: John Blanke

This Kapow pupil video is part of the Kapow History scheme of work. It introduces John Blanke, a trumpeter at the royal courts of Henry VII and Henry VIII, and the first known person of African descent in British history with both written records and a portrait. John worked as a musician at important royal events, including funerals, coronations, and jousting tournaments, and was paid a daily wage for his service.

Pupil video: The geographical features of Ancient Greece

This Kapow pupil video is part of the Kapow History scheme of work. It explores how the geography of ancient Greece influenced the way people lived, travelled, and interacted with one another.

Teacher video: Remembrance overview

This History Kapow teacher video supports you in delivering a meaningful and inclusive series of Remembrance lessons across the primary age range. Linked to Remembrance Day, the collection encourages age-appropriate exploration of who we remember, how we remember them, and why this matters.

Pupil video: Remembrance day

This Kapow pupil video is part of the Kapow History scheme of work. It helps you understand why we mark Remembrance Day and who we are remembering.

Remembrance Day is a time to think about brave men and women who helped protect others during past wars, like the First and Second World Wars. We wear poppies to help us remember them and to say thank you. On this day, people across the country stop for a moment of silence to show respect and to honour those who risked or gave their lives to keep others safe.

Teacher video: What was the British Empire?

This History Kapow teacher video supports you in delivering a lesson that explores the growth, influence and consequences of the British Empire. Beginning in the late 16th century, pupils examine how trade, competition and conflict led Britain to control vast global territories. The lesson explores the benefits the Empire brought to Britain, while critically addressing the devastating impact on colonised peoples, including slavery, violence and inequality.