This book will support children as they: * Write a school report for a Victorian pupil * Compile the biography of a real-life circus performer- “The Human Canon Ball” * Produce a letter to complain about the after-effects of the Victorian remedy carbolic smoke balls!

The innovative Creative History Activity Packs series is designed to help teachers bring history topics to life through imaginative creative arts activities. Each pack includes ten laminated, double-sided cards, printed in full color. Each card describes in detail activities that recreate aspects of life in a particular historical period, using art, drama and dance. Each activity is based on historically researched authentic practices of the time. Ideal for whole class or small group sessions, the packs are an inspiration for busy teachers looking for new ways to approach project work at Key Stage 2 – and are easily applicable for Key Stage 1 classes. Victorian activities in this pack include making decorative objects – penwipers, fans, cornucopias – based on original Victorian patterns; sewing samplers; making miniature gardens; original Victorian parlor games based on both wordplay and physical activity; and an upstairs/downstairs drama.