26 raring2go.co.uk 27 Raring2go! FAMILY FUN Raring2go! FAMILY FUN 1. Turn History into a Story • Share historical events as fascinating stories filled with heroes, villains, drama, and adventure. • Use books like "Horrible Histories" series to bring history to life. 2. Visit Historical Sites and Museums • Take field trips to local landmarks, museums, or historical re-enactments. Many places have hands-on exhibits designed for kids. • Virtual tours of sites like the Louvre or the Tower of London can also be exciting. 3. Use Movies and Documentaries • Watch kid-friendly historical movies like Night at the Museum. • Discuss the events and characters afterward to deepen their understanding. 4. Make It Interactive • Create a "time machine" activity where kids research and dress up as people from different eras. • Set up role-playing scenarios where they act as historical figures making decisions. 5. Incorporate Games • Use history-themed board games like Horrible Histories The Board Game. • Play trivia games or create scavenger hunts with historical clues and facts. 6. Bring History to the Kitchen • Cook historical recipes from different eras or cultures, such as medieval bread to taste history. 7. Connect History to Their Lives • Discuss how historical events shaped their local community or family. Research family history together and build a family tree. 8. Use Technology and Apps • Explore apps like Google Earth to bring artifacts and ancient sites into their hands. • Encourage exploration of interactive websites like Kids National Geographic History. 9. Engage with Historical Reading • Introduce them to books like See Inside the History of Britain or a Street through Time ( available on Amazon) • Read aloud together and discuss the historical context. 10. Celebrate Historical Holidays and Events • Commemorate days like The Battle of Hastings or The Gunpowder Plot with activities, crafts, and themed projects. • Learn about global holidays and traditions, exploring the cultures behind them. By making history hands-on and personal, kids can develop a lifelong love for the past and its stories! Making history fun for kids Making history fun for kids is all about making it relatable, interactive, and engaging. Here are 10 tips to spark their interest in history:
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