Local History Packs

Historic England and Teacher’s Pet have come together to bring you a collection of free resources that you can use in your local history teaching.

Why local history?

We want to empower primary school teachers by giving them the tools they need to deliver inspiring and thoughtful lessons about the local area and its history. We believe local history teaching has such an important part to play in a child’s wellbeing, helping to give children a sense of pride in where they live.

Our Local History Packs are designed to provide teachers with everything they need to successfully carry out a full scheme of teaching about their local area, through key enquiry questions and source-led activities.

Use the map to find and then download your local pack. Can’t find one near you? Keep checking back, we’re constantly adding new ones!

In the meantime, download our Street Spotter’s resources, which let your pupils discover their hidden heritage wherever they are!

Find your nearest Local History Pack locations

Who are Teacher's Pet?

Teacher’s Pet has been providing downloadable and playable educational content to early years and primary school teachers for over 14 years. They cover all areas of the curriculum and use a team of in-house teachers and designers to create engaging and memorable concepts, that children will love.

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