Teacher video: People around us

A detailed overview of the ‘People around us’ theme from the original Wellbeing scheme.

Please note that this video is part of our original Wellbeing scheme and there is a revised scheme available. Watch the revised scheme overview videos for more information.

Teacher video: Connect

Kapow Primary’s revised Wellbeing scheme is organised into five strands: Discover, Take notice, Connect, Give and Move.

The Teacher video: Connect provides an overview of the lessons in this strand. It explores the benefits of forming meaningful social connections.

Access all the Wellbeing strand videos here.

Teacher video: Discover

Kapow Primary’s revised Wellbeing scheme is organised into five strands: Discover, Take notice, Connect, Give and Move.

The Teacher video: Discover provides an overview of the lessons in this strand. It explores how trying new things can improve mental wellbeing and help children develop resilience.

Access the other Wellbeing strand videos here.

Teacher video: Give

Kapow Primary’s revised Wellbeing scheme is organised into five strands: Discover, Take notice, Connect, Give and Move.

The Teacher video: Give provides an overview of the lessons in this strand. It explores the benefits of giving and how giving generously can promote personal well-being.

Access all the Wellbeing strand videos here.

Teacher video: Take notice

Kapow Primary’s revised Wellbeing scheme is organised into five strands: Discover, Take notice, Connect, Give and Move.

The Teacher video: Take notice provides an overview of the lessons in this strand and their main aims. It explains what it means to ‘take notice’ and the benefits of paying attention to the present moment.

Access all the Wellbeing strand overview videos here.

Webinar recording: Teach the coronation and monarchy with confidence – 25th April 2023

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

Find the accompanying slides here.

Webinar recording: Balancing creativity and knowledge in Art and design – 28th Mar 2023

Pupil video: Careers in history – Working as a researcher

This Kapow History video offers pupils an engaging interview with Dr Rebecca Ball, a historian and lecturer at Wolverhampton University. She shares her journey into history, from childhood visits to museums to teaching and research in higher education. Rebecca discusses how historical perspectives continue to evolve, the importance of uncovering hidden voices in history, and how primary sources help us understand the past.

Pupils will also gain insight into historical research methods, conflicting interpretations, and how modern-day society is shaped by history. The discussion highlights a wide range of career opportunities for historians, including teaching, research, museum work, and journalism.

This video is part of Kapow Primary’s History in Action series, inspiring pupils to explore history as a subject of discovery, analysis and diverse career possibilities.

Pupil video: Careers in history – Working as a researcher

This Kapow History video introduces pupils to the fascinating world of historical research through an engaging interview with Dr Peter Swallow, a historian and researcher at King’s College London. He shares his journey into history, from a love of Greek and Roman history at school to a career in studying ancient cultures and their impact on modern society.

The discussion explores how history is constantly evolving, from new archaeological discoveries to shifting perspectives on social history. Pupils will gain insights into how historians analyse sources, compare historical events and uncover hidden stories. Peter also highlights the wide range of career opportunities in history, from teaching and academia to archaeology, museum curation and archival work.

This video is part of Kapow Primary’s History in Action series, helping pupils understand how history is researched, interpreted and applied in different careers.

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