• A study of an aspect or theme in British history that extends pupils’ chronological knowledge beyond 1066.
• History, Key Stage 2, Local History
• A local history study including time tracing of national history in local area or an aspect of history beyond 1066 significant to the locality.
• A great eye-catching way to start a World War Two lesson or topic.
• A working lamp running on paraffin oil. Discover its historical use, relevance, and the time period it represents.
• The World War Two replica hurricane lamp, standing at 25cm and running on paraffin oil, is a great resource for teaching World War Two history. It connects children to the past, sparking curiosity and discussion.
• Ideal for Key Stage 2, it illustrates aspects of wartime Britain and helps children understand blackout conditions and air raid precautions. The lamp also supports local history studies by demonstrating how national events impacted localities and communities during the war.
Additionally, it can be used in geography lessons to discuss air raids and evacuation routes, or in creative writing to imagine wartime experiences. This lamp is a versatile tool that makes history relatable and memorable.