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Freddie Mercury: The Final Act is 'moving and sensitive'
Freddie Mercury: The Final Act is 'moving and sensitive'
Curated Video
Music Icon Roberta Flack Passes Away At 88, But Her Timeless Voice Lives On
The world mourns the loss of Roberta Flack, the legendary singer whose soulful voice and timeless hits left an indelible mark on the music industry. At 88 years old, the Grammy-winning artist, best known for classics like Killing Me...
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'Macbeth': an exploration of Act 3, Scenes 1 to 3
Pupil outcome: I can explain what happens in Act 3, Scenes 1 to 3 of ‘Macbeth’, focusing on the character development of Macbeth. Key learning points: - The witches prophesied that Banquo's children would be kings in Act 1, Scene 3 -...
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Beowulf's burial
Pupil outcome: I can explain the events that occur after Beowulf’s death and explore his legacy for the Geats. Key learning points: - After Beowulf's death, Wiglaf is furious at the warriors who deserted him. - Beowulf is given a hero's...
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Planning and writing the conclusion of a biography about Harriet Tubman
Pupil outcome: I can use my research to plan and write the conclusion of a biography about Harriet Tubman. Key learning points: - A conclusion summarises the key points of the paragraphs preceding it - no new information should be...
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Planning and writing the conclusion of an essay about the Windrush
Pupil outcome: I can use my research and understanding of this historical event to plan and write the conclusion of an essay. Key learning points: - The conclusion is the final paragraph of a non-fiction text. - Information in the...
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Planning and writing the conclusion of an essay about early Islamic civilisation
Pupil outcome: I can use my research and understanding of this historical period to plan and write the conclusion of an essay. Key learning points: - The conclusion is the final paragraph of a non-fiction text. - Information in the...
Curated Video
Exploring legacy and the suffragette movement in 'Princess Sophia Duleep Singh: My Story'
Pupil outcome: I can explore the legacy of the suffragette movement and of Princess Sophia Duleep Singh. Key learning points: - On 2nd July 1928, all British women finally succeeded in achieving the right to vote. - Inequality is a...
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Planning a written response on poetry from the Eduqas anthology
Pupil outcome: I can plan a successful comparison and select evidence judiciously. Key learning points: - When comparing poems, you should choose a poem that matches the poem you have been given thematically. - You can compare any of the...
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Exploring Maya Angelou's 'Caged Bird'
Pupil outcome: I can explore Maya Angelou's 'Caged Bird'. Key learning points: - An extended metaphor is a detailed comparison which develops one idea over a number of lines, paragraphs or stanzas. - In 'Caged Bird', the idea of a bird...
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'A Christmas Carol' Stave 4: Scrooge's fears
Pupil outcome: I can explain how Scrooge’s fears change throughout the novella. Key learning points: - Scrooge's Stave 1 behaviour is arguably motivated by his fear of abandonment; fear of poverty and fear of vulnerability - Scrooge’s...
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Thriving, not just surviving: Gloria Gaynor releases new EP
The 81-year-old singer is far from retiring. With the fresh collection of five tracks, led by debut single “Fida Known", Gaynor is continuing her decades-long musical journey.
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The Gondwana Rainforests: Remnants of a Prehistoric World
The Gondwana Rainforests of Australia are living relics of a prehistoric world, remnants of ancient forests that once blanketed over half the Earth’s surface and are now preserved along Australia's east coast. In these sacred...
Great Big Story
The step team creating an unstoppable legacy
Discover the passion, dedication, and teamwork behind a powerhouse step team making history in the dance world.
Makematic
The Impact of the Civil War
On April 12, 1861, Confederate forces attacked Fort Sumter, South Carolina, marking the explosive start of the Civil War. The conflict led to short-lived progress and long-term struggles for true racial equality.
Makematic
Leaders of the Civil War
The U.S. Civil War pitted friend against friend, neighbor against neighbor, in a bitter fight for the future of the nation. It also drove the country’s leaders apart. Their struggles are embodied by six men whose fates reflected the...
PBS
Should you go to an HBCU?
HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) have the prestigious honor of always being committed to the mission of educating everyone regardless of race, but Evelyn and Hallease both attended a PWI (Predominately White...
One Minute History
195 - The War of the Spanish Succession - One Minute History
The House of Habsburg, one of the most influential royal houses in European history, played a pivotal role in shaping the continent's political landscape. Among their many significant contributions, the War of the Spanish Succession...
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The Function of Leadership... | Bite Sized Project Management Thought from Ralph Nader
The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers.' This quote from Ralph Nader - the political activist and environmentalist - reminds us that our legacy lies in the leaders we create - not the followers.
Astrum
The True Tale of Ham the Chimp
Ham was a special chimp. He was the first hominid in space, beating all humans to that acolade. But did his mission go smoothly? Or is his story a tale of survival against all odds?
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These body parts were named after people
Some parts of your body are named after the anatomists who discovered them. Have you ever wondered who named a body part after them? And did you know that there are some body parts that were named after biblical and mythological figures?
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Nobel and Dynamite
The story of Alfred Nobel's life work and legacy, and his little known role in the discovery of dynamite. Chemistry - Reactions - Learning Points. Alfred Nobel invented dynamite in 1867. Alfred Nobel also founded the Nobel Peace Prize,...
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Brownfield Sites
Reusing previously built-on "Brownfield" sites is an environmentally friendly solution to housing shortages. But there can be hidden dangers. Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Learning Points. A brownfield site is...
Wonderscape
The Lasting Legacy of Robert Smalls
Discover how Robert Smalls continued to make an impact after the Civil War, from purchasing his former enslaver’s home in Beaufort to establishing schools and advocating for equality. Follow his journey of self-improvement, his...