Education Live (pdf) - National Museums Liverpool

Welcome to Education LiveWhy not visit one of our world-class venues to take advantage of themany resources we offer for schools and other educational groups?This brochure gives an overview of the learning sessionsthat National Museums Liverpool offers. All sessions arefree of charge. We can provide activities at every keystage from early years through to college, on anincredible range of topics. Museums can bring a subjectto life and have a lasting impact on a child’s learningexperience. A visit can enhance understanding andknowledge, whatever the subject or area of study. Bestof all, our fun and informative sessions are free.Groups can take part in sessions led by a member of oureducation team. Activities are designed to support theNational Curriculum, Early Years Foundation Stage, orFurther/Higher Education specialisms. Our knowledgeablestaff will help your group get the most out of their visit.Some groups prefer to explore our galleries on theirown, seeking inspiration in connection with the workthey are doing. In this brochure, we have describedthese unaccompanied sessions as ‘self-led’ visits.Our museums and galleries can be busy and advancebooking is essential. We can provide work-room, lunchroomor cloakroom facilities depending on whichmuseum or gallery you are visiting.Our website is packed with resources, including teachers’notes, workbooks and trails to use before, during or aftera visit. We can also run courses and arrange ContinuingProfessional Development sessions.We look forward to seeing you soon!1

Our museums and galleries2This WORLD brochure MUSEUM lists the sessions WALKER available in ART our GALLERY museumsandWilliamgalleriesBrowninStreetthree sections:WilliamEarly Years,BrownPrimaryStreetSchools Liverpooland Secondary Schools Liverpool & Colleges. As well askey L3 8EN stages, we have indicated those L3 8ELsessions which maybe of interest to those teaching diplomas or involved incommunity or extended school activities.World All these Museum sessions is are full free of and The are Walker valid until Art July Gallery 2011.historic treasures from displays some of the bestaround the globe and is paintings, sculpture andhomeFor furtherto thousandsinformationof other works from the 13thPlease visit the National Museums Liverpool website atnatural history and to the 21st century inwww.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk where you will find lots of informationscientific about our collections, items. Visit exhibitions the and Europe. displays. They can offerAquarium or see the stars inspiration not only for artOn our Education & Communities pages, you will find further detailsat our Planetarium. There but also for study inabout what we offer, information to help you plan your visit,are downloadable hands-on sample activities risk assessments, in history, and details geography of printedandthe resources. Weston There Discovery you can also sign up literature. for our new In Education Big Art & forCentre, Communities Clore e-newsletter Natural providing Little information Artists, about children our newup toHistory sessions and Centre activities. and Bug eight years old can interactHouse, The Learning as well Sessions as shows database provides with up-to-date original works and more of artin extensive the Treasure descriptions House of the sessions and described create in their this brochure. ownTheatre. Allow at least artworks. Allow aroundOr ring us on 0151 478 4296. Our bookings team will be able totwo advise hours you on for all aspects a visit. of your visit. two hours for a visit.To request a bookingPlease ring us on 0151 478 4296 or find the session in the LearningSessions database on the website and submit the form.MUSEUM OFLivERPOOLPier HeadLiverpoolL3 1DGThe Museum of Liverpoolreflects the city's globalsignificance through itsunique geography, historyand culture. Explore howthe port, its people andtheir creative and sportinghistory have shaped the city.Galleries include ThePeople's Republic, WondrousPlace, Skylight gallery, GlobalCity, Liverpool OverheadRailway, History Detectives,The Great Port, and CitySoldiers. There is also adedicated children’s galleryfor younger learners, LittleLiverpool, a Clore LearningSpace. Allow two hours fora visit.MERSEYSiDE MARiTiMEMUSEUMAlbert DockLiverpoolL3 4AQThe Maritime Museumprovides an insight into theport and its history as thegateway to the new world.Galleries look at life at seafor passengers and crew,the Battle of the Atlantic,and the tragic sinkings ofthe Titanic, Lusitania &Empress of Ireland. Thereare numerous ship modelsand paintings. The work ofHM Revenue & Customsand the UK Border Agencyis explored in Seized! Allowat least two hours for avisit.

iNTERNATiONALSLAvERY MUSEUMAlbert DockLiverpoolL3 4AQThe International SlaveryMuseum is housed withinthe Merseyside MaritimeMuseum building. Itexplores both historicaland contemporary aspectsof slavery, and addressesthe many legacies oftransatlantic slavery. It tellsstories of bravery andrebellion amongst theenslaved people, many ofwhich have been largelyuntold. Allow an hour for avisit.LADY LEvER ARTGALLERYLower Road,Port Sunlight village,WirralCH62 5EQWith its intimateatmosphere and purposebuiltactivity rooms forgroups, this is a great placeto introduce young peopleto art galleries. It holds oneof the finest collections inthe UK, including Pre-Raphaelite paintings,beautiful furniture,Wedgewood and Chineseporcelain. The first LordLeverhulme also collectedpaintings that he could useto advertise his soap! Allow90 minutes for a visit.SUDLEY HOUSEMossley Hill RoadAigburthLiverpoolL18 8BXSudley House offers anunrivalled view of the lifeof Liverpool merchants inthe Victorian era – withmuch of the original décorsurviving on the groundfloor and with displaysrelating to childhood andcostume upstairs. Thehome of ship-ownerGeorge Holt, the housestill contains much of hisart collection, includingworks by Turner,Gainsborough and Millais.Allow an hour for a visit.3

LEARNING SESSIONSEarly Years

WORLD MUSEUMEARLY YEARSAmeny’s adventurePatterns in natureThe Sunshine showSunshine is a lovablecartoon sun who wants toget his visitors involved,raising their hands andshouting out the answersto his questions. Sunshineexplores the colours of dayand night, how daybecomes night, and gentlyreveals the stars in thenight sky. Includes acolouring-in sheet andSunshine sticker. Based inthe Planetarium.World cultures trailA self-guided visit. Our freeactivity trail supports awalk through the WorldCultures gallery by pointingout some amazing objectsfrom Asia, Africa, theAmericas and Oceania.Leading your own session,introduce younger visitorsto the Ancient Egypt galleryusing a specially writtenstory about a small boy,Ameny. Things to smell,costumes to wear, music,toys, Egyptian animals andreplica artefacts will bringthe story to life and supportthe children’s development.Max no: 15 / Duration: 30 minsincy wincy spiderstory sackMore than 80% of all livingcreatures on the planet arearthropods and theirexistence dates back tobefore the dinosaurs. Usingpuppets, storybooks, music,games and other activitieschildren can interact with thearachnids. This is a self-led visit.Fascinating colours, patternsand shapes fill the naturalworld. Children can explorenatural objects and usesimple words to describewhat they touch. Aclassroom pack containing16 full-colour images andbriefing notes is available.Based in the Clore NaturalHistory Centre.Max no: 35 / Duration: 20 minsMax no: 62 including adults /Duration: 20 minsMax no: 35 / Duration: 45-90 minsWorld Museum trailA self-guided visit. Our freeactivity trail leaflet takesyou and your children fromthe oceans, round theworld, back in time and upto the stars!Max no: 35 / Duration: 90-120 minsMax no: 35 / Duration: 20 mins6 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

EARLY YEARSWALKER ARTGALLERYMERSEYSiDEMARiTiMEMUSEUMA visit to the WalkerArt GalleryWhy not bring your groupto explore the Walker ArtGallery? Take a walkaround the galleries withthe children and see whatthey like, or take them to aspecific gallery and look ata group of works of art inmore detail. Bring somedrawing materials ormagnifiers and let thembecome explorers. Takeinspiration from what theysee for activities when youget back to your setting.Early Years children arewelcome to visit our BigArt for Little Artists gallery,if booked in advance.Resources are available tohelp you prepare for yourvisit, for use during yourvisit or for follow-upactivities.Max no: 60 /Duration: 30 mins-half dayBig Art for LittleArtistsChildren can dress up, readstories and create theirown artworks in Big Artfor Little Artists, ourdedicated children’s gallery.Visits to Big Art arefacilitated by a member ofour education team. Forunder threes we can offera story and rhyme timesession linking into themesyou are exploring in yoursetting. The children canalso explore Big Art andthe activities on offer in thespace. Children over threeyears old spend 45minutes exploring Big Art,followed by a breakout trailbased on the Walker’spermanent collections – awonderful introduction toan art gallery.Max no: 30 / Duration: 75 minsTake one pictureA self-led visit, Take onepicture promotes theuse of visual arts tosupport learning in andoutside of the classroom.A painting from theWalker Art Gallery’scollection is used as afocus for cross-curricularteaching. We run teachers’courses to introduce thissession: please contact usfor details.Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsAt the seasidePrepare for the big day outby doing the washing andmaking a picnic. Comparegrandma’s experiences atthe seaside with those ofthe children today. Lookingat bathing machines,donkey rides, costume andmuch more.Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSam's musical voyageA story about a small childsailing around the worldand finding differentinstruments. Children canplay the instruments fromSouth America, Africa andAsia, and sing along. Thechildren form a ‘museumband’ to hear what theinstruments sound likewhen played together.Max no: 30 / Duration: 45 minsSee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!7

iNTERNATiONALSLAvERY MUSEUMLADY LEvERART GALLERYSea Urchins -storytellingSea Urchins is a play areafor families with youngchildren, aged eight andunder. It is situated on thefirst floor of MerseysideMaritime Museum, in theLife at Sea gallery. In thissession, the group dress upand take part in interactivestorytelling about our SeaUrchin characters such asthe cheeky monkey ornaughty seagulls, asfeatured on our colourfulbackdrop!Max no: 15 / Duration: 45 minsLittle smugglebusters'playdayJoin the fun & games atSeized! Discover the roleof the Customs Officerswho protect our bordersfrom smugglers. Rummageour smugglers’ suitcase,handle objects from ourendangered animalcollection, or dress as asniffer dog to search forclues! Key Stage 1 childrenwill also make their ownpassport.Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsBaba’s musical story– storytellingA story about an Africanchild finding and playingAfrican musical instrumentsand listening to thedifferent sounds that theymake. The childrenparticipate in storytellingby dressing up in traditionalAfrican costumes and byall joining in to play themusical instrumentstogether.Max no: 30 /Duration: 30-60 minsGet creativeGroup leaders arewelcome to use ouractivity room ‘Create’ forleading their own sessionto complement a visit tothe gallery. Create issuitable for self-ledpractical activities and alsoprovides an inspiring spaceto lead class discussion orto reflect upon your visit.Please contact the groupbookings team to discussyour requirements.Max no: 30/ Duration: 60 minsAnimals in artJoin us for a fun gallery-ledsession discovering animalsin paintings and objectsfrom the Lady Lever ArtGallery collections.Children can sing, draw,imagine, dress-up andcreate their own animalartwork to take away.Max no: 20/ Duration: 60 mins8 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

EARLY YEARSMUSEUM OFLivERPOOLSUDLEY HOUSEMy Museum, myLiverpoolWhat can the LiverBird see?Explore Ben Johnson’sThe Liverpool Cityscapepainting by animating agiant cityscape playmat.Create noises and actionsthat the Liver Bird will seeand hear, before exploringgalleries to discover morepeople and transport.A visit to SudleyHouseOld and new toys -‘Get creative’What is a museum andhow can its special objectshelp us find out aboutpeople’s lives? Choose afavourite object and singand dance on gallery.Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Communication, Languageand Literacy, Personal and Socialdevelopment, Knowledge andUnderstanding of the World.Story boxes in a veryWondrous PlaceFun-filled storytellingsession in our Tent ofStories, using props,questioning and dramatechniques.Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Communication, Languageand Literacy, Personal and Socialdevelopment.Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Communication, Languageand Literacy, Personal and Socialdevelopment, Knowledge andUnderstanding of the World.Why not bring your groupto explore Sudley House?Take a walk around thehouse with the children.Young children willparticularly enjoy the SmallWorld and ChildhoodRooms which have displaysabout how children lived inthe past. Read a story withthe children, bring somemagnifiers and becomeexplorers or do somedrawing activities. Takeinspiration from what yousee for activities when youget back to your setting.Max no: 30/ Duration: 60 minsUse our teachers’ notes tolead your group aroundSudley House to see toysfrom the past. Explore thedifferences and similaritiesbetween the Victorian toysand toys of today. Bookour learning suite from10am-12.30pm and 1-3pmfor an activity or for lunch.A resource bag is available.Max no: 30/ Duration: 60 minsSee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!9

LEARNING SESSIONSPrimary SchoolsKEY STAGE 1 ONLYKEY STAGES 1 & 2KEY STAGE 2 ONLY

WORLD MUSEUMKEY STAGE 1 ONLYAnimal, vegetable ormineral?The natural world is a big,complicated place full ofwonderful things forchildren to explore. Thissession encourages youngchildren to talk about itusing simple words byexploring animals, plants andminerals. Based in the CloreNatural History Centre.KS1onlyMax no: 35 / Duration: 20 minsSubject: SciencePatterns in natureThe natural world is full offascinating and wonderfulcolours, patterns andshapes. This sessionencourages children toexplore natural objects anduse simple words todescribe what they aretouching. A classroom packcontaining 16 full-colourimages and briefing notes isavailable. Based in the CloreNatural History Centre.KS1onlyMax no: 35 / Duration: 20 minsSubject: ScienceThe Sunshine showSunshine is a lovablecartoon sun; he is veryfriendly and wants to gethis visitors involved, raisingtheir hands and shoutingout the answers to hisquestions. Sunshineexplores the colours of dayand night, how daybecomes night, and gentlyreveals the stars in thenight sky. Children receivea colouring-in sheet andSunshine sticker when theyleave. Based in thePlanetarium.KS1onlyMax no: 62 including adults /Duration: 20 minsSubject: ScienceUnder the seaThe sea is an amazinghabitat teaming with life.This session introduces theidea of life beneath thewaves, and considers howanimals survive and live inthe oceans, using modelsand live animals. The classwill be split into fourgroups during the session.Each group will require ateam leader prepared tohelp and join in.KS1onlyMax no: 35 including adults /Duration: 45 minsSubject: Science12 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

PRIMARY SCHOOLSKEY STAGE 1 & 2Ancient EgyptFind out about rituals,mummification, daily lifeand writing in ancientEgypt. After an informalquestion and answersession, the children handleartefacts from thousandsof years ago, includingcanopic jars used inmummification, amuletsused for magicalprotection, and everydayobjects such as jewelleryand make-up. Based in theWeston Discovery Centre.Please ensure a 1:8 ratio ofadults to children.KS1 & KS2Max no: 32 / Duration: 50 minsSubject: History, ScienceAncient GreeceExamine daily life in ancientGreece. Questions andanswers followed byactivity work, with thechance to handle ancientGreek artefacts includingsculptures, pottery, toys,furniture decoration andreplica clothing. Based inthe Weston DiscoveryCentre. Please ensure a 1:8ratio of adults to children.KS1 & KS2Max no: 32 / Duration: 50 minsSubject: HistoryExplore and discovernatural historyThere are thousands ofitems from the geology,zoology and botanycollections in the CloreNatural History Centre.Many can be handled orexplored throughmicroscopes. Traineddemonstrators are onhand to encourage thechildren to explore forthemselves and discoversome of these strange andwonderful specimens.KS1 & KS2Max no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: ScienceGiant African LandSnail projectWe can provide yourschool with a cage,equipment, a care sheetand two African LandSnails to look after for sixmonths. You can do somesimple experiments withthem. Activities are to bedone in the classroom (atschool).KS1 & KS2Subject: Mini beasts, Science,Living thingsAt school - limited availabilitySee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!13

Javanese shadowpuppetsPeople past andpresentChildren look at differentcultures and people incountries around the world,focusing on the Arctic,Canada, South America,Africa and Asia. They canhandle and talk aboutobjects. They learn abouttraditional stories, ritualpractices and indigenousartwork. Based in theWeston Discovery Centre.Spiders, scorpionsand insectsMore than 80% of all livingcreatures on the planet arearthropods and theirexistence dates back tobefore the dinosaurs. Usingvideo-microscopes,museum specimens andlive animals, childreninteract with threefascinating and successfulgroups - the insects,arachnids and myriapods.Stick insects forschoolsShadow puppets have beenused in Java over the last1,000 years to bringtraditional Hindu stories tolife. The session looks atsome of these stories, howthe puppets were madeand their importance tothe people of Java. Childrencreate their own puppetsto take back to school.KS1 & KS2Max no: 32 / Duration: 50 minsSubject: Art, Citizenship,Literacy, REKS1 & KS2Max no: 35 / Duration: 50 minsSubject: Citizenship, Geography,HistoryKS1 & KS2Max no: 35 / Duration: 45 minsSubject: ScienceInterested in keeping stickinsects at school? Staff fromthe Bug House will set up aproject for you in schooland supply the insects andall the equipment you need.A detailed pack is providedon caring for the insectsand describes experimentsyou can do with them.Contact the Bug Housedirect on 0151 478 4576for more information.KS1 & KS2Subject: English, Maths, ScienceLimited availability14 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

PRIMARY SCHOOLSKEY STAGE 2 ONLYWonders of theSolar SystemUsing real images fromspace and fantasticcomputer generated video,we take a journey throughthe Solar System. Explorethe planets, find out aboutthe phases of the moon,look at the night sky andlearn the names, shapesand positions of some ofthe brightest star patterns.The session concludes withquestions and answers. Inthe Planetarium.KS1 & KS2Max no: 62 including adults /Duration: 50 minsSubject: ScienceWorld cultures trailLead your group on a walkthrough the WorldCultures gallery using ourfree activity trail to pointout some amazing objectsfrom Asia, Africa, theAmericas and Oceania.KS1 & KS2Max no: 32 / Duration: 45/90 minsSubject: Art, English, Geography,History, RE, Science, TechnologyWorld Museum trailLead your group aroundthe museum using our freeactivity trail leaflet. It willtake you and your childrenfrom the oceans, round theworld, back in time and upto the stars!KS1 & KS2Max no: 32 / Duration: 90/120 minsSubject: Art, English, Geography,History, Literacy, RE, Science,TechnologyAncient Egypt trailLead your class round theEgypt gallery with our freeactivity trail leaflet, lookingat jewellery, writing,mummification and daily life.Teachers’ notes are provided.KS2 onlyMax no: 32 / Duration: 45/90 minsSubject: History, Literacy, ScienceAncient Greece trailLead your class round theGreek gallery using ourfree activity trail. Thesession covers four themes:gods, goddesses andheroes; Athene's amphoras;animals; the body beautiful.Teachers’ notes provided.KS2 onlyMax no: 32 / Duration: 45/90 minsSubject: History, LiteracyAnglo-SaxonsBased on fabulous artefactsfrom Anglo-Saxon burials inKent, including the stunning‘Kingston brooch’. Childrendiscover the materialsAnglo-Saxons worked with,and how their artefactswere used and worn.Activities on games, runicscript, place-names, spinningand dying wool. Based in theWeston Discovery Centreand Ancient Worlds gallery.A class of 32 is divided intotwo for a 90 minute session.KS2 onlyMax no: 32 / Duration: 45 minsSubject: Citizenship, History,ScienceMeet the mummyAn interactive presentationin the Treasure HouseTheatre looking at life,death and mummification.Discover how ancientEgyptian bodies wereprepared for the afterlife.KS2 onlyMax no: 30 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: Science,HistorySee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!15

Discovering livingthingsWhy do we classify livingthings such as animals andplants? This session showshow science helps us tounderstand the things thatlive on planet Earth. Usingspecimens from our botanyand zoology collections,images and sortingexercises, pupils will seehow we classify and storespecimens in the museum.KS2 onlyMax no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: ScienceEarly humansCome face to face with ourearliest ancestors throughreplica fossil evidence.Explore evolutionarydevelopments such asupright walking, hand gripsand diet, and discuss howand why we have changed.Pupils find out about thePiltdown skull – the ‘missinglink’ which turned out to bea forgery – and use theevidence to weigh up theguilt or otherwise of themain suspects! Based in theWeston Discovery Centre.Habitats and foodchainsHabitats and food chainsare important ecologicalconcepts and fundamentalto our understanding ofhow the world works. Thisbasic introduction useshandling collections,activities and images. Pupilstravel the world looking athabitats large and smallsuch as rainforests, desertsand cities to learn aboutanimals and plants living inthem. Based in the CloreNatural History Centre.Life in a rockpoolUsing the latesttechnology, pupils have aclose encounter with livesea creatures such ascrabs, hermit crabs,anemones and starfish,and learn about theadaptations that helpthese animals survive inrockpools. Based in theAquarium.KS2 onlyMax no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: ScienceKS2 onlyMax no: 32 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: History, ScienceKS2 onlyMax no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: Science16 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

PRIMARY SCHOOLSWALKER ARTGALLERYKEY STAGE 1 & 2Rocks, fossils andmineralsThe natural history ofthe ancient EgyptiansLook at the way thenatural world influencedthe daily lives of theancient Egyptians byexamining habitats, animals,plants and rocks. Thisaffected their use of naturalresources, farming, fishingand hunting and is linked totheir myths and gods. Anobject-handling session inthe Clore Natural HistoryCentre.The natural history ofthe ancient GreeksLook at how Greek societywas shaped by themountains and the sea.Explore links between thenatural world and Greekmythology and their use ofnatural resources, farming,fishing and hunting. Anobject-handling session inthe Clore Natural HistoryCentre.A visit to the WalkerArt GalleryUsing images, activitiesand specimens, pupils lookat different types of rock(igneous, sedimentary andmetamorphic) and howthey relate to each other.Look at minerals in rocksand different types offossil and how we usethese natural resources.Based in the CloreNatural History Centre.KS2 onlyMax no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: ScienceSkeletons, bonesand teethKS2 onlyMax no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: History, ScienceKS2 onlyMax no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: History, ScienceThe Walker Art Galleryholds one of the finestcollections of paintings,sculpture and decorative artin Europe. Lead your groupon a general visit around thegallery or look at specificitems from our collections.You will find inspiration forcross-curricular classroomactivities. If you would like tolook at specific items or visitcertain rooms please let usknow at the time of booking.KS1 & KS2Max no: 60 /Duration: 30 mins - full dayFind out what skeletons arefor and learn about animalbehaviour and diet by usingreal animal skeletons. Basedin the Clore NaturalHistory Centre.KS2 onlyMax no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: ScienceSee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!17

Big Art for LittleArtistsBig Art for Little Artists is adedicated children’s galleryat the Walker Art Gallery.It introduces children toart providing them withopportunities to interactwith collections, createtheir own artworks anddiscover ideas and feelingsabout art. Then, use abreakout trail to explorethemes including Myself,Nature, and Out andAbout throughout theWalker Art Gallery.KS1 & KS2 (year 3)Max no: 30 / Duration: 75 minsSubject: Art and Design, English,History, MathematicsBritain since 1930self-ledLearn more about life inBritain since 1930 with avisit to our newlyrefurbished gallery, BritishArt 1880-1950. Use worksof art, interactives, acomputer timeline andactivity sheets to discoverhow the Second WorldWar as well as social andtechnological changesaffected people in Britain.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: English, Art and Design,HistoryBritain since 1930gallery-ledAn introductory tour ofBritish Art 1880-1950, ournewly refurbished galleryexploring life in Britainsince 1930. Pupils useworks of art andinteractive elements todiscover how the SecondWorld War and social andtechnological changesaffected people in Britain.Then explore this galleryfurther using our self-ledactivity sheets.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 30 minsSubject: English, Art and Design,HistoryCraft and designA self-led visit to discoverhow things are styled,made and used. ExploreClassical, Victorian, ArtNouveau and Modernstyles through ceramics,metal, glass and textiles.See how people lived anddressed in the past byexploring items fromfashion and the home, andhow styles and the role ofartists, designers andmakers have changed.Activity sheets available.KS1 & KS2Max no: 35 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art and Design, Designand Technology, HistoryPortrait detectivesA gallery-led session wherepupils hunt for clues hiddenin portraits to discover moreabout some of the familiarfaces in our collection. Theywill look for differences andsimilarities betweencommissioned portraits, selfportraitsand family portraits.Pupils will also learn how todraw a portrait.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 90 minsSubject: Art and Design,Citizenship, English18 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

PRIMARY SCHOOLSKEY STAGE 2 ONLYSomething WildIntroduce your pupils tothe gallery by using ourvery own storybookSomething Wild… at theWalker Art Gallery. Thisbook follows charactersKeith and Ali as theyexplore the gallery and thewonderful paintings andobjects on display. Narratethe story of Ali and Keith’sadventure and find theobjects and paintingsfeatured in the book.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 30 minsSubject: English, Art and Design,Design TechnologyTake a seatA self-led visit exploringthe design of chairs. FromItalian chestnut chairs fromthe 1500s to injectionmouldedplastic chairsfrom the 1960s. Pupils caneven visit our Sitting OnArt display and sit on arange of modern chairs!Bring your sketchbooksalong to collectinformation and recordwhat you have seen.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art and Design, Designand TechnologyTake one pictureA self-led visit. Take onepicture promotes the useof visual arts to supportlearning in and outside ofthe classroom. A paintingfrom the Walker ArtGallery’s collection is usedas a focus for crosscurricularteaching. We runteachers’ courses tointroduce this session:please contact us fordetails.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Cross-curricularColourA self-led visit. Pupils useactivity sheets andresources to develop theirknowledge andunderstanding of colour.Using a colour wheel tolearn about primary colour,secondary colour andcolour mixing they theninvestigate colour and itsimportance in variouspaintings. Discover howartists use colour assymbols to tell stories or toset a scene.KS2Subject: Art and Design, ScienceMax no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsGreek mythsgallery-ledA member of oureducation team will helpyou learn more about themain characters in thepainting Atalanta andMeleager. Explore thepainting and unlock thestory of the CalydonianHunt. Enhance your visit byalso booking our self-ledGreek Myths activity bookswhich explore many otherGreek myths representedwithin the gallery.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 30 minsSubject: History, Art and Design,EnglishSee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!19

MERSEYSiDEMARiTiME MUSEUMKEY STAGE 1 ONLYGreek myths self-ledThe topic of Greek mythscan be explored throughour wonderful collectionof paintings and sculpturesfeaturing gods andgoddesses such as Eros,Perseus and Atalanta.Use activity books andresources to developknowledge of Greeksymbols, myths andmeanings, and gods andgoddesses.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, Art and Design,EnglishThe victoriansExplore the Victorian erathrough the architectureof the Walker Art Gallery(1877) and its fantasticcollection of Victorianpainting and sculpture.Activity books can be usedto discover more aboutthe artists of the time anddevelop knowledge andhistorical enquiry skills.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, Art and Design,EnglishTudor portraitsA self-led visit looking atour Tudor portraits ofHenry VIII, Elizabeth I,French PrincessMarguerite, and landownerand soldier George Delves.Activity books andresources help pupils togain a greaterunderstanding of the life ofwealthy Tudors and Tudorkings and queens.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art and Design, English,HistoryHouse, home& washdayTake the interactive guidedtour of the 1940sPiermaster's House andfind out about technologyand lifestyle 60 or moreyears ago. Help us with thefamily washing in thewashhouse.KS1Max no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject; English, History, Science,Technology20 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

PRIMARY SCHOOLSKEY STAGE 1 & 2KEY STAGE 2 ONLYLittlesmugglebusters'playdayJoin the fun and games atSeized! Discover the roleof the Customs Officerswho protect our bordersfrom smugglers. Rummagethrough our smugglers’suitcase, handle objectsfrom our endangeredanimal collection, or dressas a sniffer dog to searchfor clues! KS1 children willalso make their ownpassport.KS1Max no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSea Urchins -storytellingSea Urchins is a play areafor families with youngchildren, aged eight andunder. It is situated on thefirst floor of MerseysideMaritime Museum, in theLife at Sea gallery. In thissession, the group dress upand take part in interactivestorytelling about our SeaUrchin characters such asthe cheeky monkey ornaughty seagulls, asfeatured on our colourfulbackdrop!KS1 (years 1 & 2)Max no: 15 / Duration: 45 minsSubjects: Literacy, DramaMusic from aroundthe worldIn this hands-on sessionchildren play differentmusical instruments andform their own ‘museumband’. They look at andhandle instruments fromCanada, South America,Africa, and Asia andinvestigate the lives ofpeople around the world.KS1 & KS2Max no: 35 / Duration: 45 minsSubjects: Citizenship, Geography,History, MusicPirates ahoy!What did pirates do? Joinour pirate leader and setsail with dressing-up,treasure hunts, singingpirate shanties, andpromenading through theMuseum looking at ourexhibits.Art and the seaAn art workshop usingimages relevant to a visit tothe Maritime Museum -choose from either amaritime or a piratetheme. Pupils will createboth individual pieces andcontribute to a groupwork to take back toschool to support postvisitwork and inspirememories of their day.KS2 onlyMax no: 20 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: ArtKS1 & KS2Max no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, LiteracySee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!21

Emigration role playLearn about the conditionsfacing an emigrant leavingVictorian Liverpool for anew life in America orAustralia through role-play.Explore the experiences ofemigrants from all overEurope in a reconstructionof a Liverpool street andemigrant ship. Pupils willencounter a characterfrom 1854 and be facedwith the many problemsand decisions that had tobe overcome.KS2 onlyMax no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, Citizenship,DramaLiverpool – history ofa cityDiscover the history ofLiverpool from the time ofKing John to the presentday with interactive gamesand handling objects.Please note that thissession will be available atthe Museum of Liverpoolfrom Spring 2012.KS2Max no: 20 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: HistorySecond World War– the Battle of theAtlanticDiscover why Liverpoolwas so important inprotecting Atlantic convoysby meeting a Wren fromWestern ApproachesCommand Headquarters.This interactive sessionuses replica handlingobjects to convey the vitalwork carried out inLiverpool and its impact onordinary people’s lives.Students also learn thetactical skills you wouldneed through a game of'battleships'!KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: HistorySecond World War -living in the fortiesThe Liverpool Women'sHistory Group takes youback to evacuation, theBlitz and Liverpool at war,with interactive role-play.Contact us for the nextavailable dates.KS2Max no: 45 / Duration: 90 minsSubject: HistorySecond World War –screen printingFind out about posters andpropaganda during theSecond World War. Screenprint your own poster totake back to school.KS2Max no: 20 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art, History22 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

PRIMARY SCHOOLSSecond World War– Piermaster’s HousetourTake part in an interactiveguided tour of thePiermaster’s House. Findout how people lived inLiverpool during theSecond World War, withstories and hands-onexperience.KS2Max no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: HistoryAll hands on deckHands-on session with oneof our demonstrators usingmaritime objects, exploringtheir uses from the pastthrough to the present.Find out about thehardships of life as a sailorand where many of ourwell-known phrases andsayings come from!Titanic – a voyageof discoveryBring the story of Titanic tolife by meeting a characterwho was aboard duringthe maiden voyage andlearning about theirexperience. An interactivesession using replicahandling objects, role play,exploration of the issues ofsocial class in 1912, reasonsfor the sinking andoutcomes for the peopleinvolved. Available fromApril 2012.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, Literacy,Drama, CitizenshipTom, the May’s newheroExplore the life of a youngsailor on board the LadyMay with objects andstorytelling.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Historyvikings – storytellingand handlingMeet a Viking! Listen toand take part in atraditional saga as well asfinding out about Vikingcustoms and daily life withreplica objects andcostume. Should webelieve all we hear?KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art, HistorySeized! The Border andCustoms uncoveredThe following sessionsare based on Seized!The Border & Customsuncovered, a permanentgallery within MerseysideMaritime Museum, whichhosts the UK BorderAgency National Museum.Animals in dangerHands-on session withexciting objects from theMuseum's collections.Learn about the roleCustoms Officers play inprotecting endangeredspecies. Visual and auraldisability friendly.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Citizenship, Geography,ScienceKS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: English, ESOL, HistorySee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!23

iNTERNATiONALSLAvERY MUSEUMKEY STAGE 1 & 2Customs contrabandFrom counterfeits tocrocodiles, discover moreabout contraband in thishandling session aboutsmuggling.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Citizenship'Hooked' - drugs awarenessTake a close look at objectsthat illustrate the issuessurrounding addictivesubstances including legaland illegal drugs, alcohol andtobacco. Includes discussions,object handling and activities.KS2 (year 6 only)Subject: Citizenship, Literacy, PSHEMax no: 30 / Duration: 90 minsRummage!Learn some of the skills ofa Customs Officer andsearch for smuggled goodson board our interactiveship's cabin. Visual and auraldisability friendly.KS2Max no: 15 / Duration: 30 minsSubject: CitizenshipAlcohol awarenessThe session focuses on thenegative impact of alcoholuse on society. It aims toeducate young people andchildren about the realitiesand consequences ofirresponsible drinking usinga series of imaginativeactivities and discussion.KS2 - year 6 only.Max no: 30 / Duration: 75 minsSubject: PSHE, Citizenship,Literacy, Basic SkillsWeapons awarenessThis session engages withyounger pupils throughdiscussion, activities androle play to look at the lawrelating to weapons,potential risks of carrying aknife and possible injuries.Aims to increase selfesteem and confidence toencourage safer choices.KS2 - year 6 onlyMax no: 30 / Duration: 75 minsSubject: PSHE, Citizenship, BasicSkillsSeize the smuggler!A fun and informativesession looking at thehistory of smuggling.Join Polly, owner of‘Mother Redcap’s Inn’ anda renowned smuggler andsee if you have what ittakes to outwit theCustoms Officers. Why didsmuggling begin? Whathappened if they gotcaught? All will be revealed!Max no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, Citizenship,Maths, ScienceBaba’s musical storyA story about an Africanchild finding and playingAfrican musical instrumentsand listening to thedifferent sounds that theymake. The childrenparticipate with the storytelling by dressing up intraditional Africancostumes and by all joiningin to play the musicalinstruments together.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 /Duration: 30-60 minsSubjects: Knowledge andunderstanding of the world:Creative development,Communication, Languageand Literacy24 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

PRIMARY SCHOOLSKEY STAGE 2 ONLYA taste of AfricanmusicExplore and listen to thedifferent sounds thatAfrican musical instrumentsmake. Discover what partof Africa they come from,their usages and whatmaterials they are madefrom. Join in together tohear what the instrumentssound like when they areall played together. Can beadapted for differentlearning styles and abilities.KS1 & KS2Max no: 35 / Duration: 45 minsSubject: Music, History,Geography CitizenshipAfrican batikProduce your own Africaninspiredbatik to take backto school in this hands-onworkshop. Can be adaptedfor all learning abilities.KS 2Max no: 18/ Duration: 60minsSubject: ArtArt of AdinkraLearn the meaning behindAdinkra symbols andproduce your own Adinkraprints in this hands-on artworkshop.Upper KS2: Year 5 upwardsMax no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art and Design, History,Geography, CitizenshipEveryday life in WestAfricaA handling session usingobjects from the museumcollection looking attraditional life in WestAfrica. Students work insmall groups with teachersto explore objects andimages that tell us moreabout traditions in WestAfrican daily life. Can beadapted for all learningabilities.KS2Max no: 25 / Duration: 30 minsSubject: History, English,Citizenship, Geography, R.EUli symbolsThis hands-on workshoplooks at the meaning behindNigerian Uli symbols andhow they are used. Reproduceyour own paintedsymbols to take away.KS2Max no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art and Design, History,CitizenshipSee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!25

LADY LEvER ARTGALLERYKEY STAGE 1 & 2Dragons in ChineseartA gallery-led adventure todiscover how dragons aredepicted in differentcultures. A close look at ourChinese ceramics collectiongives pupils the opportunityto find out more aboutLever’s enthusiasm forcollecting china, and why hewas so keen to display it inthe Gallery. Pupils also makea dancing dragon to takeaway.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 75 minsSubject: History, Art and Design,Geography, LiteracyGet creativeTeachers are welcome touse our activity room,‘Create’ for leading theirown session to complementa visit to the Gallery. Createis suitable for self-ledpractical activities and alsoprovides an inspiring spaceto lead class discussion or toreflect upon your visit.Please contact the groupbookings team to discussyour requirements.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsintroductory tourJoin us for a gallery-ledintroduction of the LadyLever beginning with ashort history of its founderWilliam Hesketh Leverfollowed by a close look atsome of the highlights fromthe collection.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 30 minsOver and over againAn exciting gallery-ledsession in which pupils willdiscover the connectionsbetween art and maths,using the architecture ofthe building and thecollections. Understandingrepeat patterns (KS1) ortessellations (KS2) will bethe focus of the visitfollowed by a practicalworkshop to create aunique design.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 75 minsSubject: Maths, Art and Design26 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

PRIMARY SCHOOLSKEY STAGE 2 ONLYThemed handlingboxesHandling boxes are availableas free resources from theGallery for a self-led visit.Each box contains themedobjects and images tointroduce pupils to WilliamHesketh Lever and hiscollection. Themes includeThe Victorians, The Greeksand Wash Day. The boxesprovide activity ideas andpoints for discussion, whilstproviding opportunities forchildren to develop theirspeaking and listening skills.To make your visit moremanageable you can splityour group down androtate two activities. Youmay choose to have half thegroup exploring the Galleryand the other half using thehandling box.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsintroductory Tour:Millais and thePre-RaphaelitesAn introductory tourfocusing on John EverettMillais, one of LordLeverhulme's favouriteartists. Explore Millais' rolewithin the Pre-RaphaeliteBrotherhood and discoverhow his work changedthroughout his career.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 30 minsSubject: History, Art and DesignPandora’s BoxA gallery-led session inwhich pupils will explorethe Lady Lever Art Galleryand discover more aboutWilliam Hesketh Lever’sadmiration for work of theClassical world. Pupils willdelve into Greekmythology with aninteractive exploration ofthe myth, Pandora.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 75 minsSubject: History, Art and Design,Citizenship, LiteracySoot and SoapLever was greatlyconcerned with developingsociety particularly in termsof health, education andaccess to culture. Usingpaintings Lever purchasedto advertise ‘Sunlight Soap’students will learn to spotthe difference betweenpaintings andadvertisements, and learnabout differences betweenlower and upper classchildren by looking atclothing in paintings. Thisis a self-led visit.KS2Max no: 35 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art, HistoryThe Greeks - mythand meaningA self-led visit using ourfree ‘Myths and Meaning’activity sheet. Delve intoGreek mythology bystudying paintings andsculpture in the Gallery.Teachers’ notes are available.KS2Max no: 35 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art, History, LiteracySee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!27

MUSEUM OFLivERPOOLPlease note the Museum of Liverpool’s full programme of resources andeducation sessions for schools and community groups will be launched inSpring term 2012 – please call for dates.KEY STAGE 1 ONLYKEY STAGE 1 & 2The victoriansThe Lady Lever ArtGallery is a wonderfulplace to explore theVictorians in depth.Paintings help to illustratethe time by showing socialclasses, recreation, industryand even Queen Victoriaherself! To explore themain gallery students canuse one of two Victoriansthemed activity sheets:‘Seasons and Animals’ or‘People and Places’ on aself-led visit.KS2Max no: 35 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art, History, LiteracyStory boxes in a veryWondrous PlaceFun-filled storytellingsession in our Tent ofStories, using props,questioning and dramatechniques.KS1Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 mins.Subject: Communication,Language and Literacy, Personaland Social development,Knowledge and Understandingof the World.ToysHands-on play with replicaand original toys from thepast. Discover the toys thatparents and grandparentsplayed with, investigate oldand new versions and thedifferences in technology,materials and design.Introduces chronologythrough use of a toys timeline.i like to move it!Transport across timeInvestigate different modesof transport and howpeople travelled in the pastthrough exploration ofsome of the land transportcollection including theOverhead Railway andcostumes of the time.KS1Max no: 60 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, ScienceBest buildingsBe inspired by Ben Johnson’sCityscape painting and theiconic buildings of Liverpoolto create a collage to takeback to school.KS1Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art and Design, English,GeographyLet’s digBe an archaeologist andmake your own discoveriesabout Liverpool and thesurrounding areas. Carryout excavations of Roman,Viking, Tudor and Victoriansites, whilst learning aboutthe importance ofevidence, investigating thefinds and sharing with eachother what we learn. Pleasebring four adults tosupport this session.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 50 minsSubject: History, EnglishKS1Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History28 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

PRIMARY SCHOOLSKEY STAGE 2 ONLYvictorian pastimes1960sFind out what it was likegrowing up in the 1960sthrough costume, handlingobjects, music and dance.Explore school life andpopular childhood pastimesto compare to those oftoday.Gateway to the worldThis interactive sessionencourages consideration ofthe significance of the RiverMersey and Liverpool’sgeographical location, andhow trade and immigrationhelped it develop into one ofthe world’s leading port cities.History challengeThe Merseyside Map usesmultimedia technology toenable pupils to explorehistoric maps, images, filmclips, archaeological sitesand street names fromMerseyside. In this sessionyour class, supported byour facilitator, can make itsown discoveries about yourlocality, a theme of specialinterest or othercurriculum linked topic.Explore popular Victorianchildhood pastimesincluding street games andsports, through this handsonworkshop basedaround costumes andobjects of the time.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, CitizenshipKS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Historyit’s a hard knock life!victorian childhoodThis role play sessionexplores VictorianLiverpool’s court andmerchant housing tocompare the very differentexperiences. Discover whatlife was like for Liverpool’schild workers throughcostumes and props.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Geography, HistoryKS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 50 minsSubject: History, iCTKS2Max no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, CitizenshipSee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!29

SUDLEY HOUSEKEY STAGE 1 ONLYKEY STAGE 1 & 2KEY STAGE 2 ONLYOld and new toysA self-led visit. Bring yourgroup to study thedifferences between oldand new toys in theChildhood and SmallWorlds rooms. We canprovide learning resourcesto support your visit. Youcan book the learning suitefrom 10am-12.30pm and1-3pm for activity work orfor lunch.KS1Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art, HistoryA visit to SudleyHouseA self-led visit. SudleyHouse has manyopportunities for crosscurricularlearning. Explorethe house, the Holt familywho lived there until 1944,and the Victorian artcollection which includesworks by Millais, Turner andGainsborough. Discoverhow wealthy children livedin Victorian times through adisplay of toys, decorativearts and costumes.Students can sketch in thehouse to develop theirideas. The learning suite canbe booked for activitywork or for lunch.KS1 & KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art, History, LiteracyThe victoriansA self-led tour of SudleyHouse to explore the houseand works of art it holds.Dress up and use activitybooks to learn more aboutthe Holt family who livedthere during Victorian times.Make peg dolls in ourleaning suite to take back toschool.KS2Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art, History30 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

LEARNING SESSIONSSecondary Schools& CollegesKEY STAGE 3 ONLYKEY STAGES 3 & 4STUDENTS 16+ & 18+

WORLD MUSEUMKEY STAGE 3 ONLYPlanetary explorersTravel through the SolarSystem from the Sun to thefarthest reaches and out tothe stars to find out howour view of the universe haschanged. In the Planetarium,with an opportunity forquestions and answers.KS3Subject: ScienceMax no: 62 including adults/Duration: 50 minsGiant African LandSnail project for schoolsWe can provide yourschool with a cage,equipment, a care sheetand two African Land Snailsto look after for six months.You can do some simpleexperiments with them.Activities are to be done inthe classroom (at school).KS3At school - limited availability.Subject: Mini beasts, Science,Living thingsLife on a coral reefCoral reef habitats areteeming with life in all shapesand sizes. The variety andabundance of species is trulyamazing as well as beautiful.In this session we will discusshow all organisms adapt totheir environment and take acloser look at theinterdependence betweenthe animal and plant life in acoral reef habitat. Using videoclips and interactive tasks as wellas our live animal collection,pupils will learn that life in allecosystems is delicatelybalanced, and how a changeto one population may affectmany others. They willconstruct marine food chainsand food webs and discusshow human activity mayaffect them. Worksheets canbe downloaded prior to visit.KS3Max no: 30 / Duration: 30 minsdemonstrator led, 30 minutesworksheet basedSubject: Science, Living thingsand their environment.Spiders, scorpions andinsectsMore than 80% of all livingcreatures on the planet arearthropods and theirexistence dates back tobefore the dinosaurs. Usingvideo-microscopes,museum specimens andlive animals, childreninteract with threefascinating and successfulgroups - the insects,arachnids and myriapods.KS3Max no: 35 / Duration: 45 minsSubject: ScienceStick insects forschoolsInterested in keeping stickinsects at school? Staff fromthe Bug House will set up aproject for you in school andsupply the insects and all theequipment you need. Adetailed pack is provided oncaring for the insects isprovided and describingexperiments you can do withthem.Contact the Bug House on0151 478 4576.KS3At school - limited availability.Subject: English, Maths, Science34Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

SECONDARY SCHOOLS & COLLEGESKEY STAGE 3 & 4KEY STAGE 3 & 4, COLLEGEHominid evolutionThis activity-based sessiondraws on recent thinking inthis controversial area, usingreplica fossils in place ofrare original artefacts.Pupils analyse key areassuch as upright walking,hand grips and diet, andthink about theevolutionary advantagesof different adaptations.They explore the Piltdownforgery and the guilt orotherwise of the keysuspects, looking at thisextraordinary manipulationof the evidence, whichin its day split the scientificcommunity.KS3 & KS4Max no: 30 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: ScienceAn introduction toNational MuseumsLiverpoolA question and answersession with a member ofstaff based at WorldMuseum. Topics should beprovided beforehand. Thesession can be followed bystudy in our gallerieslooking at how we functionas a public tourist venue.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+,Travel & Tourism DiplomaMax no: 35 / Duration: 30 minsSubject: Leisure, Travel &TourismEcosystemsEcosystems are afundamental concept inecology, biology and livingsystems. Use our handlingcollections to explore therole habitats play in climateand nutrient cycling. Itincludes a discussion aboutclimate change and the lossof biodiversity, and theeffects these will have forlife on our planet. Follow itwith a look at theendangered planet galleriesand Aquarium. In the CloreNatural History Centre.KS3 & KS4, 16+Max no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: ScienceNature's colours andpatternsAn introduction to thenatural world of colour, formand texture for art, designand fashion groups. Based inthe Clore Natural HistoryCentre.KS3 & KS4, 16+Max no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: Art, ScienceThe invisible dinosaurLooks at scientific evidencethrough the recreation ofthe investigation of astrange fossil footprint.Analysing evidence stage bystage, students work outwhat the creature was like.KS3 & KS4, 16+Max no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: ScienceSee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!35

KEY STAGE 4 ONLYCOLLEGEThe natural history ofthe ancient EgyptiansThe natural history ofthe ancient GreeksLook at how Greek societywas shaped by themountains and the sea. Itexplores the links betweenthe natural world and Greekmythology, and their use ofnatural resources, farming,fishing and hunting. Anobject-handling session inthe Clore Natural HistoryCentre.Sharks, the perfectpredatorHairdressers’ session:Lice, fleas and mitesA brief introduction to lice,fleas and mites. Students willlearn how to identify andrecognise various parasitesfound on humans and theirpets. Learn about theirbiology and the diseases theycan transmit to humans.Look at the way the naturalworld influenced the dailylives of the ancientEgyptians by examininghabitats, animals, plants androcks. See how theseinfluenced their use ofnatural resources, farming,fishing and hunting and arelinked to their gods andmyths. An object-handlingsession in the CloreNatural History Centre.KS 3 & KS4, 16+, 18+Max no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: History, ScienceKS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+Max no: 35 / Duration: 40 minsSubject: History, ScienceThis session looks at anamazing and misunderstoodgroup of animals. Sharks havebeen on this planet sincebefore the dinosaurs and assuch there are few otheranimals that have survived asmany changes as the shark.Using video footage andshark specimens pupils willlearn about the uniqueadaptations that sharkspossess. Our evolutionexperiment will help pupilsunderstand how adaptationcomes about through naturalselection and evolution. Thesession also looks at publicopinions and misconceptionssurrounding sharks and howthis mighty predator hasbecome an endangeredspecies. Worksheets can bedownloaded prior to visit.KS4Max no: 16 / Duration:30 mins demonstrator-led,30 mins pupil-led.Subject: Science,16+, 18+Max no: 35 / Duration 45-60 minsSubject: Hair & Beauty Studies36 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

SECONDARY SCHOOLS & COLLEGESWALKER ARTGALLERYCOLLEGE KEY STAGE 3 & 4Hair and beautyDiscover hairstyles fromaround the world, and fromancient Egypt, Greece andRome in a hands-onworkshop. The session alsolooks at traditionalproducts used in hair andbeauty as well as theanimals that live on us(50mins). A hair and beautytrail (1-2 hours) of theAncient Worlds and WorldCultures displays is alsoavailable.Foundation & Higher DiplomaMax no: 30 / Duration: 120 minsSubject: Hair & Beauty Studiesintroductory toursJoin a member of oureducation staff for a galleryledintroduction focusing onone of three themes:· The history of the WalkerArt Gallery - why andwhen did the Gallery openand how the collectionshave grown.· British Art 1880-1950,explore the transition fromVictorian to modernBritish Art and how artistsreacted to political andsocial changes during thisperiod.· John Moores Painting Prize– take a look at theprevious winners of theUK’s biggest painting prizeand find out about thehistory of the competition.KS 3 & 4, 16+Max no: 30 / Duration: 30minsSubject: Art and Design/HistoryEngaging withartefactsLead your own groupsessions at the Walker ArtGallery, which houses a hugecollection of historical,modern and contemporaryfine art and craft and design.Featured artists includeRembrandt, Degas, HenryMoore, Bridget Riley andDavid Hockney. Engage withideas, images and artefacts,identifying how values andmeanings are conveyed.Students can also useartworks as discussion pointsto share ideas, reflect ontheir own work and evaluatethe work of others. They canalso sketch in the gallery torecord their observationsand develop ideas.KS3 & KS4, 16+Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Artimpressionism andinspirationJoin us for an introductorytour focusing on the radicalgroup of artists known asthe Impressionists. Discovermore about theImpressionist art movementand how it developed. Learnabout key artists, theirinfluences and the artiststhat they have inspired.KS3 & KS4Max no: 30 / Duration: 45 minsSubject: ArtSee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!37

MERSEYSiDEMARiTiMEMUSEUMKEY STAGE 3 ONLYKEY STAGE 3 & 4John Moores PrizewinnersUsing Moore! Mag, leadyour group to discover thehistory of the John MooresPainting Prize, which is theUK’s biggest painting prize.A fantastic way to engagewith the John Mooresprevious prize winnersdisplay. It is full of ideas forpractical activities, startingpoints for discussion,images and backgroundinformation on the artists,artworks and exhibition.KS3 & KS4, 16+,Creative & Media DiplomaMax no: 30 / Duration: 30 minsSubject: ArtSpectator, participant,creatorAn introductory tour ledby a member of oureducation team whichallows students to be aspectator, participant andcreator. Tours can focus ona general introduction tothe Walker Art Gallerycollections, the Pre-Raphaelites or the JohnMoores prize winners toencourage gallerydiscussion and debate.Students developknowledge andunderstanding of art worksand artists, gaining critical,conceptual and analyticalskills. They will use theartworks they haveencountered as inspirationfor practical activity.EmigrationLearn about the conditionsfacing an emigrant leavingVictorian Liverpool for anew life in America orAustralia through role-play.Explore the experiences ofemigrants from all overEurope in a reconstructionof a Liverpool street andemigrant ship. Pupils willencounter a characterfrom 1854 and be facedwith the many problemsand decisions that had tobe overcome.KS3Max no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, Citizenship,DramaWorld music– sound productionIn this hands-on session pupilsform their own 'museumband' and play musicalinstruments from Canada,South America, Africa andAsia. They look at the livesand costumes of differentpeople around the world.KS3 & KS4Max no: 35 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Citizenship, History,Geography, MusicKS3 & KS4, 16+,Creative & Media DiplomaMax no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art38 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

SECONDARY SCHOOLS & COLLEGESKEY STAGE 3 & 4, COLLEGESecond World War– the Battle of theAtlanticDiscover why Liverpoolwas so important inprotecting Atlantic convoysby meeting a Wren fromWestern ApproachesCommand Headquarters.A performance followed bya question and answersession.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: HistorySecond World War -the Piermaster's HouseTake the tour of thePiermaster's House andlearn how people lived inthe 1940s. Look attechnology, furniture andclothing, and listen tostories of wartime living.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+Max no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: ESOL, HistoryAll hands on deckHands-on session with oneof our demonstrators usingmaritime objects andexploring their uses fromthe past through to thepresent. Find out about thehardships of life as a sailorand where many of ourwell-known phrases andsayings come from!KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: English, ESOL, HistoryTitanic – performanceand discussionworkshopA detailed dramaperformance featuring theexperiences of a Titanicsurvivor followed by theopportunity for the groupto 'hot seat' the characterin role and find out moreabout their story. Find outabout and discuss issuessuch as reasons for thesinking itself, attitudes toclass in 1912 and the widereachingeffects of thedisaster.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+,Creative & Media DiplomaMax no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, ESOL,Citizenship, DramaSee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!39

Seized! The Border andCustoms UncoveredThe following sessions arebased on Seized! TheBorder and CustomsUncovered, a permanentgallery within MerseysideMaritime Museum, whichhosts the UK BorderAgency National Museum.Alcohol awarenessThe session focuses on thenegative impact of alcoholuse on society. It aims toeducate young people andchildren about the realitiesand consequences ofirresponsible drinking usinga series of imaginativeactivities and discussion.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+,Max no: 30 / Duration: 75 minsSubject: PSHE, Citizenship,Literacy, Basic SkillsAnimals in dangerA hands-on session withexciting objects from thecollections. Learn howCustoms Officers protectendangered species. Visualand aural disability friendly.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+, Society,Health & Development DiplomaMax no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Adult Basic Skills,Citizenship, ESOL, Geography,ScienceCustoms contrabandFrom counterfeits tocannabis, discover moreabout contraband in thishandling session.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+, Society,Health & Development DiplomaMax no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Citizenship'Hooked' - drugs awarenessTake a close-up look atobjects that illustrate theissues surrounding addictivesubstances, including legaland illegal drugs, alcohol andtobacco. This session can bemodified to suit a widerange of ages and abilities.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+, Society,Health & Development DiplomaMax no: 30 / Duration: 90 minsSubject: Adult Basic Skills,Citizenship, Literacy, PSHERummage!Learn some of the skills ofa Customs Officer andsearch for smuggled goodson board our interactiveship's cabin. Visual and auraldisability friendly.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+Subject: CitizenshipMax no: 15 / Duration: 30 minsWeapons awarenessInspired by weapons ondisplay, this interactive talk isdelivered by a member ofstaff, trained under the 'BeSafe' weapons awarenessinitiative which is HomeOffice approved. We explorethe consequences ofcarrying a weapon on thestreet including medical, legal,social and other aspects.Supported by real images ofpeople who have sufferedthe consequences. These willbe sensitively used accordingto the needs of the group.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+, Society,Health & Development DiplomaMax no: 30 / Duration: 90 minsSubject: Citizenship40 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

SECONDARY SCHOOLS & COLLEGESiNTERNATiONALSLAvERY MUSEUMKEY STAGE 4, COLLEGEKEY STAGE 3 ONLY KEY STAGE 3 & 4KEY STAGE 3 & 4, COLLEGEAn introduction toNational MuseumsLiverpoolAn introduction to thework of National MuseumsLiverpool for leisure, traveland tourism students andothers interested in acareer in museums. Basedon our waterfrontmuseums, the session isbased on a question andanswer format. Topics fordiscussion should beprovided beforehand. Aresource pack is alsoavailable.KS4, 16+, 18+, Diplomaand aboveMax no: 30 /Duration: up to 60 minsSubject: Careers, Leisure, Travel& TourismArt of AdinkraLearn the meaning behindAdinkra symbols andproduce your own Adinkraprints in this hands-on artworkshop.Upper KS3Max no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art and Design, History,Geography, CitizenshipUli symbolsThis hands-on workshoplooks at the meaning behindNigerian Uli symbols andhow they are used.Reproduce your ownpainted symbols to takeaway.KS3Max no: 15 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art and Design; History;CitizenshipA Taste of AfricanmusicExplore and listen to thedifferent sounds thatAfrican musical instrumentsmake. Discover what partof Africa they come from,their usages and whatmaterials they are madefrom. Join in together tohear what the instrumentssound like when they areall played together. Can beadapted for differentlearning styles and abilities.KS3 & KS4Max no: 35 / Duration: 45 minsSubject: Music, History,Geography, CitizenshipDestination, freedomA performance andworkshop based on the truestory of William and EllenCraft and their journey fromenslavement to freedom.KS3 & KS4, 16+,18+Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Citizenship, Drama, HistoryKeep your eyes onthe prizeA performance based onthe life of Diane Nash andher involvement in the CivilRights Movement.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+,Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Citizenship, Drama,HistorySee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!41

LADY LEvER ARTGALLERYKEY STAGE 3 & 4, COLLEGEUnderstandingTransatlantic SlaveryA handling session usingobjects, images anddocumentary evidencefrom the Museumcollections. Students workin small groups withteachers and museum staff,to explore themesconnected to the historyof Transatlantic Slavery.These include Life in WestAfrica, the middle passageand life on the plantations.Can be adapted fordifferent levels of learningability.KS3 & KS4, 16+Max no: 25-30 / Duration: 90 minsSubject: History, English,Citizenship, REEngaging withartefactsLead your own session atthe Lady Lever Art Gallery,which houses WilliamHesketh Lever’s uniquepersonal art collection.Engage with ideas, imagesand artefacts, identifyinghow values and meaningsare conveyed. Use artworksas discussion points to shareideas and reflect on theirown work and evaluate thework of others. Your groupcan also sketch in the galleryto record their observationsand develop ideas.KS3 & KS4, 16+Max 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: ArtGet creative!Use our Activity Room tolead your own session andto complement a visit tothe Gallery. Create issuitable for self-led practicalactivities and also providesan inspiring space to leadclass discussion or to reflectupon your visit. Pleasecontact the group bookingsteam to discuss yourrequirements.KS3 & KS4Max: 30 / Duration: 60 minsintroductory tourJoin us for a gallery-ledintroduction of the LadyLever. Begin with a shorthistory of its founderWilliam Hesketh Lever,followed by a close look atsome of the highlights fromthe collection.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+Max: 30 / Duration: 30 minsSubject: History, Art & Designintroductory tour:Millais and thePre-RaphaeliteBrotherhoodAn introductory tourfocusing on John EverettMillais, one of LordLeverhulme's favouriteartists. Explore Millais' rolewithin the Pre-RaphaeliteBrotherhood and discoverhow his work changedthroughout his career.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+Max no: 30 / Duration: 30 minsSubject: History, Art & Design42 Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

SECONDARY SCHOOLS & COLLEGESMUSEUM OFLivERPOOLKEY STAGE 3 ONLYSpectator, participant,creatorA member of oureducation team willengage your students withthe collection through atour and activity.Students can learn aboutartworks and artists, anddevelop critical, conceptualand analytical skills.They use the artworksthey have encounteredas inspiration for practicalactivity, individually or ingroups.Choose one of twothemes. The first is anintroduction to WilliamHesketh Lever, successfulbusinessman, art collectorand creator of the Gallery.The accompanying activityencourages students tothink about the theme,audience and layout ofan exhibition.The alternative is anintroduction to the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhoodthrough the works ofWilliam Holman Hunt,John Everett Millais andDante Gabriel Rossetti.Students imagine they arepart of a group of artistsand create a modern daybrotherhood.KS3 & KS4, 16+, Creative &Media DiplomaMax no: 30 / Duration: 75 minsSubject: ArtWatching and waiting– First World WarHear the charming truestory of one couple’sexperience of home andbattle front in the FirstWorld War in thisperformance. This will befollowed by hot-seatingthe performer, discussionand handling.KS3Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: HistoryLiverpool – a homefrom homeExplore who came toLiverpool, their reasonsfor emigrating and howdifferent cultures havehelped shape the city inthis interactive session.KS3Max no: 30/ Duration: 60minsSubject: History, Citizenship,GeographySee introduction page to book sessions. All our sessions are free!43

SUDLEY HOUSEKEY STAGE 3 & 4, COLLEGESuffragettesOn 6 February 1918, theright to vote was finallygranted to women. Hearthe fascinating story of thesuffragettes’ struggle andlearn about their activitiesin Liverpool throughperformance, ‘hot-seating’,discussion and examinationof propaganda material.KS3Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, CitizenshipChange for childrenin LiverpoolExplore child labour inVictorian Liverpool bothon gallery and throughworkshop-based timelineinvestigation to identifychanges in employment,health and social care thataffected children.KS3Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: History, CitizenshipA visit to SudleyHouseA self-led visit. SudleyHouse has manyopportunities forcross-curricular learning.Explore the house, theHolt family who livedthere until 1944, and theVictorian art collectionwhich includes works byMillais, Turner andGainsborough. Studentscan discover how wealthychildren lived in Victoriantimes through a display oftoys, decorative arts andcostumes. Students cansketch in the house todevelop their ideas.The learning suite canbe booked from 10am-12.30pm and 1-3pm foractivity work or for lunch.KS3 & KS4, 16+, 18+Max no: 30 / Duration: 60 minsSubject: Art, History, Literacy44Further information on our website at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learning

After school . . .Our Communities team works with people who are new to museums,and maintains relationships with local communities on Merseyside.Current activities include:• developing activities to support Extended Schools tailored to specific needs and delivered outside the formal school day• working with children, young people and families who do not have English as their first language• preparing learning resources for refugee families and others newly arrived in this country• advising on creative collections-based activities for children and young people who have disabilities.A number of sessions in this brochure are suitable for community groups, and others can be adapted to their needs.If you would like to discuss how the Communities team might help you further please contact 0151 478 4543.AcknowledgementsMuseum of Liverpool is supported by:National Museums Liverpool would like to thank Mark McNulty, Simon Webb, Matt Thomas, Matt Ford, Ron Davies, Lee Doherty andMills Media for the use of their images, and everyone featured in the pictures.

For further information please goto our website atwww.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/learningFor bookingsPlease ring 0151 478 4788or contact us via our website.