Learning resources

Explore a selection of resources designed to support young people’s learning needs in the classroom, at home or during a visit to the Museum.

Home Activity

Discover more about Mary Seacole and her work with British soldiers during the Crimean War.

Video

Explore the life and times of Walter Tull, one of Britain’s first black army officers, who served during the First World War.

Video

Explore the contribution of Caribbean women who joined the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) during the Second World War.

Video

Explore the theme of remembrance and the service of African and Caribbean men and women in the British Army with BlackPoppyRose.

Trail

Follow this gallery trail, accompanied by ATS servicewoman Shirley Hamilton, to find out more about the Blitz.

Trail

Follow this gallery trail and collect items to help your soldier complete a mission.

Trail

Follow this gallery trail to find out more about Remembrance and the lives of soldiers during the First World War.

Quiz

Put your knowledge of the Blitz to the test in this interactive quiz.

Video

Set off on a mission to find out more about the everyday lives of tank crews during the Second World War in this family friendly video.

Home Activity

Explore the history of the poppy and create your own remembrance wreath in this family friendly activity.

Video

Step into the world of Army signalling and discover some of the methods soldiers have used to communicate.

Video

Explore the science behind parachutes and see how well Brussel sprouts can fly in this festive-themed video.