Learning Packs & Resources
Most of our learning packs are available as PDF files for download and printing. Some are available to order online, free of charge, as hard copies.
We’re only able to post hard copies to teachers at UK schools and UK-based home educators. Please state the name of your school or if you are a home educator.
We’re currently processing a large number of learning pack orders. Your pack may take up to one month to arrive. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Last Post: Remembering the First World War
Primary and Secondary learning packs on postal services during the First World War.
Boy Messengers
A pack of archive material relating to Post Office Boy Messengers in the later Victorian period.
The Penny Black Changed the World
Historical sources and lesson ideas linked to study of the Victorians in Key Stage 2 History.
Citizenship and Communications
A pack designed to help teach Citizenship and History to pupils with Special Educational Needs.
ICONS of England
A worksheet and teachers' notes to accompany our online exhibition ICONS of England.
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