Upper Key Stage 2

Class 5

Our Curriculum Project for Autumn is 'Dynamic Dynasties'

Dynamic Dynasties

This project will teach Class 5 about the history of ancient China, focusing primarily on the Shang Dynasty, and explores the lasting legacy of the first five Chinese dynasties, some of which can still be seen in the world today.

Useful links to support home learning:

Introducing the Shang Dynasty

Ancient China

British Library- Chinese Oracle Bone

Britannica- Taotie

DKfindout- The silk road

Class 6

Our Curriculum Project for Autumn is 'Maafa'

Maafa

This project teaches children about Africa past and present, with a particular focus on Benin. It traces the development of the slave trade and explores Britain’s role in the transatlantic slave trade, the causes and consequences of the European colonisation of Africa and the worldwide communities that make up the African diaspora.

Useful links to support home learning:

Briannica Kids- Africa

National Geographic Kids- South Africa

British Museum- Benin Bronzes

BBC Newsround- Black History Month (men who made history)

BBC Newsround- Black History Month (women who made history)

The British Library- Abolitionist Campaigners

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