Let us teach you and your students all about life as a child in Victorian times. Your students will get a taste of what it might have been like to be a young chimney sweep. They will also learn about how you would be punished if you committed crimes in these times.
Students will learn all about Doctor Barnardo and the sad circumstances around which his charity was founded. We investigate this through the story of John Somers (known as Carrots to his street friends).
If there is time, we can teach your children how to make a ‘Thaumatrope’, an optical illusion toy favoured amongst Victorian children and adults alike.
Finally, we bring in a selection of artefacts which the students will discover in our quiz-style investigation. These include an iron, chamber pot, telegraph machine, and a knife sharpener.
AREAS WE COVER
QUEEN VICTORIA
LIFE AS A CHILD
CRIME & PUNSHIMENT
ARTEFACTS
VICTORIAN INVENTIONS
THE GREAT EXHIBITION
VICTORIAN TOYS (CRAFT)
WORKSHOP SPECIFICS
HOW MANY CHILDREN?
Up to 90 children (3 classes) can take part in a full days workshop. For large groups we will need to split the day up slightly.
SPACE REQUIRED?
A big hall is ideal for large groups. However quite often we can fit into one or more classrooms dependent on the group size.
DBS CHECKED FACILITATORS
FULLY RISK-ASSESSED
PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE
VICTORIAN GALLERY
We will be adding pictures of this workshop soon!
WHY PEOPLE LOVE US!
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY
Again, the children had a wonderful day full of learning. Their enjoyment was such that they were unaware of how much they were really learning!
A creative and engaging workshop jam-packed with lots of information. The children loved the opportunity to be involved in drama and also examine the wide selection of artefacts and resources which brought the whole experience to life!
A great day enjoyed by both teachers and children. The Year 6 children learnt lots through fun, engaging activities. We will definitely be using Past Productions again.
A fun, interactive experience for all the children. They learned so much in a short time. Really knowledgeable and enthusiastic presenter. Thank you!
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