Our Victorian stories: activities

Use these classroom activities prompt reflection on the historical significance of places, people and ideas in Victoria.

They can be used in conjunction with the Our Victorian stories inquiry units, or delivered independently and adapted for different year levels.

Invite students to use objects and artifacts to curate their own personal story.

Explore the meaning of egalitarianism as an introduction to the history of social movements in Victoria.

Explore the connection between personal stories and significant places with this activity.

Use this classroom activity as a model for researching the life of a famous Victorian.

Use online and paper timeline tools to explore the history of Victoria.

Use this fun activity for Year 2 students to take a virtual tour of the Library, and develop skills in questioning and critical thinking.

Consider the 'ribbon of words' from our domed reading room to generate ideas about the role of books and stories in our lives.

Use online mapping tools and the Library catalogue to explore the history of places, using examples meaningful to your students.