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This education pack is designed to provide teachers of children in Key Stage 2 with all the necessary information and resources required to plan a successful visit and follow up activities in school.
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The Education Pack consists of the following sections, follow the link to download the relevant page.
Section 1 – General information for use when planning a theme
Section 2 – Suggested day visits
Section 3 – Information sheets for teachers and children
Section 4 – Activities for children including follow Up Activities – What did you learn?
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SECTION 1
1A Introduction
A brief introduction to the Heritage Area and the Education materials.
1B Booking arrangements and charges
Administrative guidance for teachers wishing to arrange a visit
1C Risk Assessment Information
Advice for teachers responsible for completing a risk assessment prior to a visit
1D Background Notes for Teachers
Background reading for teachers to use before any visit or thematic study
1E Cross Curricular Links
Suggestions for cross curricular links with DT, Geography, History, Maths and Science
1F Cover Sheet
Suggested cover sheet if creating a document pack
1G Evaluation Form
A brief form for teachers to complete to provide feedback
1H Index of Resources
A list of all document for the Education Pack
SECTION 2
2A Heritage Area Map
The map used by teachers and others visiting the Heritage Area
2B Suggested Day Visit (Guided)
(Note: Additional charge – please ask)
Advice for teachers taking part in a guided day visit to Llanymynech – History focus
2C Suggested Route and Commentary Cards
Guidance for teachers or guides leading children around the recommended route
2D Independent Visit – History Focus
Guidance for teachers leading a party without a guide, concentrating on History
2E Independent Visit – Geography Focus
Guidance for teachers leading a party without a guide, concentrating on Geography
2F Independent Visit – DT Focus
Guidance for teachers leading a party without a guide, concentrating on DT
SECTION 3
3A Glossary of Terms
A list of most of the specific terms used in the Llanymynech Education Pack
3B Information Sheet – Factory Acts
Information about working conditions in the 19thcentury and the Factory Acts intended to improve matters
3C Working Conditions in the 19th Century
Information about working conditions in the 19thCentury at Llanymynech
3D Properties Of Limestone
Information for teachers suggesting opportunities for the teaching of Science (materials and their properties)
3E The Many Uses of Limestone and Lime
Information for children about the uses of limestone and lime with suggested activities
3F Photo Timeline
A photographic timeline to illustrate developments and events at Llanymynech from 1753 – 1965
3G Chronological Timeline
A written timeline showing major developments and events at Llanymynech from 1753 – 1965
SECTION 4
4A Data – Comparing Kilns
Information and questions enabling children to compare different kilns
4B The Biography of Thomas Savin
Information for use as a guided read with suggested comprehension questions
4C Explosion at Cooper’s Rock
A description of the fatal explosion at Cooper’s Rock, requiring children to write a play script
4D The Inspector’s Report
An exercise asking children to make recommendations for improving safety at Llanymynech in the 19thcentury
4E Map comparison – 1887 and 1901
An exercise for children to interpret information provided by contemporary maps
4F Tally House Record (Imperial)
A data handling exercise using an original Tally House record, rewritten but still using tons & hundredweight
4G Tally House Record (Metric)
A data handling exercise using an original Tally House record, translated into metric measures
4H Calculating the Chimney Height
A worksheet guiding children or teachers through a practical mathematical task
4I Worksheets for use after visit to Llanymynech
A general collection of worksheets which can be used to recap information gained during a day visit
4J-1 Artefact Quiz
Children examine and identify artefacts in the Stables education room – for use during visit
4J-2 Artefact Quiz Pictures
Pictures to go with quiz
4J-3 Artefact Quiz Answers
Answers to go with quiz