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The Bronze Age

The Bronze Age (3000 BC - 1200 BC) signalled a big leap forward for the human race. The discovery of bronze meant tools and weapons were stronger and more effective. And that's not all - from the first writing systems to the wheel, the Bronze Age produced some of the most important inventions in human history.

So, travel back to prehistoric times and explore the Bronze Age with your KS2 students. Our fantastic display packs, engaging PowerPoint presentations and fun activities are perfect to support teaching in your KS2 history lessons. They cover artefacts, Stonehenge and the lifestyles of those who lived during the Bronze Age.

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What was the Bronze Age?

The Bronze Age was a historical period following the Stone Age in Britain that lasted approximately 1500 years. The Bronze age was so-called as human civilisations developed to make tools out of Bronze which was also already in use in other countries around the world but was only prevalent in Britain from around 2100 BC. Some groups of Bronze Age civilisations developed early writing and other important advances included irrigation, the wheel and the potter’s wheel. Children will begin to learn about The Bronze Age from KS2 as part of their history lessons using a variety of written, taught and practical activities and games.

Five Facts About The Bronze Age to Teach KS2

  1. Bronze is an alloy or mixture of tin and copper. Bronze alloy is harder than either of the metals from which it is made. It could be used to make a greater range of tools and weapons than had previously been possible.
  2. Where societies developed early writing they are said to be part of a historic (as opposed to a prehistoric) time. The ancient Egyptians could record their histories and laws using hieroglyphs.
  3. Some Bronze Age societies developed a ruling class who were supported by military power. Some Bronze Age kings ruled empires and administered laws.
  4.   The Bronze Age is the name given to the time between the Stone and Iron Ages.
  5. Between 4000BC and 2000BC different societies around the world entered the Bronze Age. In Britain, the Bronze Age started around 2100BC and ended around 650BC.

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