Toys in the Past

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This hands-on workshop includes demonstrations of original toys such as the zoetrope, jumping jacks and clockwork toys. Students will also play with a wide variety of replica toys, investigating how old toys move and work.

A great way for pupils to learn about ‘significant historical events, people and places in their own locality’

Key Information

Level: EYFS and Key Stage 1

Duration: 1hr

Pupil numbers: 32 max per class

Cost: £100 for one class or £175 for two classes

Artefact Boxes

The Heritage Education Service can loan items of historical, archaeological and geological interest to schools. Boxes of original artefacts, replicas and models on a range of topics from dinosaurs to the 1970s can support classroom activities before or after a workshop or museum visit. Loans can be delivered and collected direct to your school for just £45 for up-to eight loan boxes.

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Location

In School

Key stage

EYFS, Key stage 1

Activity Type

Facilitator Led