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Seaside Holidays in the Past
Discover the joys of a first seaside trip in Victorian times. |
The action begins in late Victorian London and the children are ‘in
role’ as Victorian urchins who are being taken to the seaside for the
first time.
On their imaginary expedition, they travel by steam train, parade
along the promenade, enjoy ‘hokey-pokey’ ice cream and create a
world of Victorian seaside entertainments, with the aid of a variety
of artefacts and photographs.
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The children have a lot of fun in role, creating an authentic character while learning everyday facts about Victorian seaside holidays
Follow up materials available for this workshop |
“The staff felt it was the best historical drama workshop we have had. The children loved it all. They remained ‘in role’ for the entire hour as shown by comments such as “I’ve never had ice-cream before” and “I would really like a parent” which showed up in the writing they produced the next day. This is an amazing length of time for children so young to maintain role and period. You made the Victorian age real for them and gave them an experience they will never forget..”
Anne Davenport, Year 1 teacher, Biggin Hill Primary School
A one hour workshop for up to 30 children
in a hall or other large space.
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