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History of the British Isles - Tell Me More!
Helena England, BA Hons, PGCE, MA
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(200)
All the bits of English, Irish, Scottish and Welsh (UK) history you have heard of and want to know more about; Celts, Romans, Vikings, Anglo-Saxons, Normans, Medieval and Tudor times, and much more besides.
Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
This class covers the parts history you have probably heard of, but want to know more about. It's great fun to teach - we find the quirky, delicious and sometimes distasteful bits (there are plenty of those!) as well as covering the main details like invasions, battles, laws and that endless succession of monarchs (everyone wanted to rule as much of Britain as possible; the power struggles were brutal - it makes you wonder why anyone would want to wear the crown!). We cover the history of...
- Students will have a better understanding of a range of topics in British history.
I am a qualified teacher in the UK and have been teaching history to students for over 25 years, I have an Advanced Level qualification in history, and also undertake research as part of my current role.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: An optional fact file sheet is provided they can complete if they choose.
I provide an optional fact file sheet each week for your learner to record what they choose about the topic.
I will teach this class in an age-appropriate way. Of course, sometimes rather nasty things occurred in history, but although they may be mentioned, I won't dwell on them. If you feel your child would be upset by this, let me know as we can discuss how to cover this topic.
I use a wide range of sources to research my classes. These include (but are not limited to): The History of Britain and Ireland - Professor Kenneth O. Morgan The Anglo-Saxons - Marc Morris Buried - Alice Roberts The English Civil War - Dianne Purkiss 1666 - Rebecca Rideal Time Travellers Guides - Ian Mortimer Elizabeth the Queen - Alison Weir website: Historic UK
Joined July, 2020
5.0
200reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello everyone! My name is Helena, and I live in the UK. It is my pleasure to share with my learners some of the best/worst/quirky bits of Britain through my own nerdiness for history and baking. Enthusiasm, positivity, patience, joy, respect...
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Group Class
$19
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 47 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
2-7 learners per class
