KS3 History

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Free teacher classroom resources suitable for use in history lessons with secondary school children at Key Stage 3 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and at 3rd Level in Scotland.

Uprising

This short film for secondary schools looks at the New Cross house fire of 1981, and the protests, unrest and accusations of indifference that followed and defined race relations for a generation.

Subnormal - A British Scandal

This short film for secondary schools examines how black children in the 1960s and 1970s were disproportionately sent to schools for the so-called ‘educationally subnormal’.

Black Power - A British Story of Resistance

This short film for secondary schools looks at the Black Power movement in the 1960s in the UK, surveying both the individuals and the cultural forces that defined the era.

Small Axe

Short educational films exploring the lives of London's West Indian community during the 1960s, 70s and 80s, produced alongside the BBC One collection of films directed by Oscar winner Steve McQueen. These films combine extracts from Steve McQueen's collection of films with archive and bespoke narration, to bring significant moments from recent black British history to life for students.

Explain This...

A series of short animations that offer concise explanations on subjects for KS3 History.

Icons

A series of short history films celebrating the achievements of some of the greatest icons of the 20th century.

The Norman Conquest and 1066

Animated series exploring the key events of the battle for the throne in 1066 and how William the Conqueror secured power.

World War One

Video resources for secondary schools, perfect for introducing your class to World War One.

World War Two

Video resources for secondary schools, perfect to use with students studying World War Two.

ClueTubers: Exploring historical locations

In this series of short films YouTubers Vee Kativhu and Adam Beales explore historical sites in the UK, giving an overview of how to approach the exploration and interrogation of significant locations.

Hunting for History

A series of short films looking at the importance of sources and their use in investigating key historical events.

Emmeline Pankhurst and The Suffragettes

In this series of short films, Sally Lindsay takes a look at the personal loves, losses and political passions that transformed Emmeline Pankhurst from a working mum from Manchester into a militant activist.

Medicine Through Time

A series of short animated films looking at the development of medicine, from the medieval period to modern medicine, as well as some of the significant individuals.

Victorian Villains

Short films for schools exploring stories of young 'Victorian villains' and the strict justice system that decided their fate. The films use trial testimony, census records and dramatic reconstruction to recreate the moment when these children's lives were changed forever.

Vikings

In this series of short films, Neil Oliver looks at how Vikings lived, traveled and traded as well as how they invaded and created settlements.

Britain's Forgotten Slave Owners

In this series of short documentary-style films, historian David Olusoga explores new historical evidence of slavery in 1830s Britain.

Andrew Marr's History of the World

A series of short documentary-style films in which Andrew Marr looks at key moments and people from history.

Migration

A series of short films where David Olusoga investigates the lives and experiences of migrants to and from Britain throughout history.

100 years of the Womens' Movement

In this series of short films, Gemma Cairney explores one hundred years of direct action taken by women to improve equality in Britain.

History of Early Civilisations

Through parodies of reality TV shows, this series introduces different aspects of the Maya civilisation and different aspects of life in the Islamic Golden Age, circa AD900.

The Story of China

A series of short films exploring the stories, people and landscapes that have helped create China's distinctive character and genius over four thousand years.

Time Traveller's Guide to Elizabethan England

In this series of short films, historian Ian Mortimer transports viewers back to Elizabethan England and reveals, in vivid detail, a living, breathing Tudor world.

The Ascent of Woman

In this series of short films Dr Amanda Foreman uncovers stories of women that have made and changed human history from 10,000 BC to the present day.

Exploring the Past: Post War Britain

In this series of short films, six 15-year-olds trace their family histories and find out what life was like in post-war Britain.

Exploring the Past: The history of protest in the UK

Two teenagers investigate significant examples of protest by ordinary people near where they live that have helped shape the recent history of Britain. In this series of short films they explore the 1819 Peterloo Massacre in Manchester and the Jarrow March of 1936.

The Birth of Empire - The East India Company

Dan Snow travels through India in the footsteps of the company that revolutionised the British lifestyle and laid the foundations of today's global trading systems.

Secrets of the Castle

Historian Ruth Goodman and archaeologists Tom Pinfold and Peter Ginn examine how the castles of the 13th century, known as the golden age of castle building, were constructed.

Empire

In this series of short films, Jeremy Paxman travels the world exploring different aspects of the British Empire.

Why the Industrial Revolution Happened Here

In this series of short films Professor Jeremy Black explains the unique economic, social and political factors that helped Britain transform itself almost entirely by the 19th century.

Locomotion: Dan Snow's History of Railways

Dan Snow examines the development of the railways from their beginnings as track-ways for coal carts in the early 18th century to the pivotal technology for modern Britain.

How could you survive in Tudor England?

An interactive guide exploring how Tudor king Henry VIII ruled at a time when the average life expectancy was just 35 years old.

What did King Henry VIII really want from a wife?

What did the Tudor king Henry VIII want from his six wives? And why would he execute them, like Anne Boleyn, or divorce them, like Catherine of Aragon?

Why should I care about 1066?

The legacy of this brutal conquest - the last time England was successfully invaded – pervades many aspects of our language and culture today.

Discover the secrets and stories of Apollo 11

Discover just how close the first Moon landing came to complete disaster with this timeline of the Apollo 11 mission, and meet the people whose bravery and quick thinking saved the day.

The Great Fire of London: What vision rose from its ashes?

The Great Fire of London in 1666 destroyed the heart of England's capital city. Christopher Wren led the charge for a new vision of London.

How do you solve the mystery of Tutankhamun's death?

The mystery of an Ancient Egyptian pharaoh’s death has captivated since his tomb was first uncovered in 1922. What’s the truth about how he died?

Queen Victoria: The woman who redefined Britain’s monarchy

Queen Victoria restored the reputation of the British monarchy tarnished by the extravagance of her royal uncles. Learn about her long reign with this timeline of her life.

Would you visit 'Celtic Britain'?

Step back in time and discover what life in Iron Age Britain was really like.

How did Henry VIII use sex and power to secure his legacy?

This interactive guide explores the lives of Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and Thomas Cromwell, and looks at how they shaped Tudor England.

The Duke of Wellington: Forging the 'Iron Duke'

Arthur Wellesley was extraordinary: victorious general, Prime Minister and 'Iron’ Duke of Wellington. Trace the story of his incredible life with this timeline.

Guy Fawkes: Why do bonfires still burn 400 years on?

An interactive article looking at why we light Guy Fawkes effigies on bonfires on November 5th. Plus how Gunpowder Treason Day became fireworks night over 400 years.

How do you get to Viking Valhalla?

Viking Valhalla was a hall in Asgard where the god Odin welcomed warriors after they were slain in battle.

How did slave owners shape Britain?

Discover who Britain's forgotten slave owners were and how their actions still impact our lives today.

People Power

A collection of interactive articles about the people, movements and projects that have improved our lives.

Chernobyl - 35 Years On

A Newsround guide, with striking images and detailed text, about the Chernobyl disaster of 26 April, 1986.

Forgotten Suffragettes

An animation exploring the lives of three lesser-known - but historically significant - suffragettes from diverse backgrounds: Sophia Duleep Singh, Annie Kenney and May Billinghurst.