Download our free lesson plans for Key Stage 1 and 2 students (ages 5 – 11) covering many areas of our collections and varied exhibition programme.
Collections resources
These resources support self-guided visits to collections on permanent display:
Japan
Key Stages 1 & 2: Art & Design, Design & Technology and English
Explore the fascinating culture of historical and contemporary Japan through creative hands-on activities designed for a museum visit and back in the classroom.
Maths and Islamic art and design
Key Stages 1 & 2: Maths, Art & Design, and Design & Technology
Develop knowledge and understanding of two-dimensional shape and pattern through Islamic design.
Voyage through the Islamic Middle East
Key Stages 1 & 2: Literacy and Art & Design
Learn about the art, culture and stories of another time and place and discover more about Islam.
India
Key Stages 1 & 2: Art & Design, Literacy, RE
Explore South Asian art and artefacts to gain an understanding of the culture, religion and style of the Indian subcontinent.
China
Key Stages 1 & 2: Art & Design, Literacy, RE
Discover 5000 years of Chinese culture through the Museum’s extensive collection of Chinese art & design.
Circus
Key Stage 2: Art, Design and Technology, English, History, Music, P.E.
Discover how circus developed from the 18th century to the present day. Packed with images, making activities and discussion points.
Exhibition resources
These resources support visits to temporary exhibitions. Some resources are for exhibitions that have now closed but many of the activities can be adapted for use in the classroom and our permanent collections: