Tuareg’s Shop- Multimedia resources showcasing the history, and identity of the Caribbean and other communities in England from 1948 to the present. Includes: social history research documents, oral history stories from community elders, archival photographs, stage plays, illustrations, and videos. Educators can create engaging learning activities across subjects: English, History, Art & Design, Drama, Citizenship, and PSHE. Age code: 11-18. Leave a review to share your experience
Tuareg’s Shop- Multimedia resources showcasing the history, and identity of the Caribbean and other communities in England from 1948 to the present. Includes: social history research documents, oral history stories from community elders, archival photographs, stage plays, illustrations, and videos. Educators can create engaging learning activities across subjects: English, History, Art & Design, Drama, Citizenship, and PSHE. Age code: 11-18. Leave a review to share your experience
This cross-cultural pack is embedded in National Curriculum subjects such as History, English, Art & Design, and Design & Technology. Whether you are a teacher or student this educational resource contains a wealth of information and activities that give an understanding of the cultural and historical links between Jamaica and Britain. For Secondary Schools- Key Stage 3, Year 9 students.
It documents five decades of Jamaican influence on British culture, since Jamaica’s independence in 1962 to 2000. Placing Jamaica in its historical context since its acquisition under British Rule in 1655, it also shows the interconnections between Britain and the development of Jamaica’s distinctive cultural identity. All students from diverse background will benefit from a wide range of activities to further develop their learning skills, knowledge and personal development.
This pack includes three editions:
A 50 - page Learning Book with the use of artifacts, oral histories, quality images, photographs, testimonials, and lesson plans.
It includes 35 pages of Activities and ’ Teachers’ Notes. The activities include comprehension questions as a ‘learning focus’ with differentiation and challenges for extension for more able students. The Teachers’ Notes provide additional contexual information and related links for further research.
Finally, a Unit of Work in Art & Design with lesson plans produced with Burlington Danes Academy, based on Jamaican - born visual artist, George ‘Fowokan’ Kelly’s sculpture, Meditations Beneath Duppy Cherry Tree. It also looks at the work of Pablo Picasso, who had been influenced by African art in the early part of the 20th century.
Supporting DVSs are also available on TES to download
A short video from the Jamaica Hidden Histories educational resource pack. Jamaican-born fashion designer, Lorna Holder talks about working as head of young fashion for a leading British dress manufacturer from 1979-1986. Subjects: History, English, Art & Design & Geography – Stage 3, Year 9 students.
Story of a 1960’s Black Nurse – Worksheet:
A social history research document for Year 9 students. This is the oral history account of Esmel May Woma, who arrived in Nottingham from Jamaica in the early 1960s to study nursing, Woma’s narrative provides a first-hand account of the positive contributions made by the Windrush generation to the NHS. The 2.5-page document offers a significant backdrop for character development, stage plays, and family discussions. Subjects: History, Citizenship, and English.
This resource serves as a bridge between generations, offering a first-hand account that sheds light on the positive contributions made to the NHS by the Windrush generation. It provides educators, parents, and guardians with a unique opportunity to engage students in meaningful discussions and activities, perfectly suited for both classroom and home learning environments.
The Fifties Art Students of St. Martins: A Glimpse into Cultural Metamorphosis
Embark on a captivating journey with Carole Steyn, a 1950s art student, as she shares her enriching experiences at St. Martins Art School, Charing Cross (1956-1958), witnessing the transformative social and cultural changes in 1950s London.
Key Details:
Age Group: Year 12 students and adults
Subjects: English, Social History, Art & Design, Citizenship
Resource Type: Research resource
Format: 5 pages in PDF and Word document
Content Highlights:
Personal Reflections: Carole Steyn offers a personal and reflective account of her time at St. Martins Art School, capturing the essence of an era marked by cultural evolution.
Fashion and Identity: The cover image featuring Carole’s favorite dress serves as a gateway to explore the influence of fashion on identity, with a nod to Brigitte Bardot’s impact on gingham’s popularity.
Teen Culture Emergence: Carole’s candid narration delves into the emergence of teen culture, a phenomenon that puzzled older generations, including her parents.
Historical Context: The resource provides historical context, offering insights into British popular culture during the 1950s and its impact on the arts scene.
Educational Significance:
Holistic Learning: A valuable resource for Year 12 students and adults, facilitating holistic learning by intertwining art, history, and cultural studies.
Citizenship Exploration: Encourages exploration of citizenship concepts through the lens of cultural change, fostering critical thinking about identity and societal shifts.
Discussion Starter: Serves as a compelling discussion starter for English classes, prompting dialogue on the intersection of art, fashion, and societal perceptions.
Visual Appeal: The inclusion of Carole’s favorite dress as the cover image adds a visually appealing element, engaging learners with the aesthetics of the period.
Conclusion: “The Fifties Art Students of St. Martins” provides a vivid snapshot of an era through Carole Steyn’s eyes, enriching learners’ understanding of the interconnectedness of art, culture, and societal change. It serves as an insightful resource for educators seeking to offer a nuanced exploration of 1950s British popular culture in an educational setting.
Extract from the book Hanging Out by Lorna Holder
This Bundle contains 4 Research Resources. Each resource shows the contributions made by Caribbean people from London, Nottingham, and Birmingham to 1960s British Arts & Culture—a perfect resource bundle to celebrate Black History Month 2024.
The Swinging Sixties: A Poetic Journey
This poem by Vida Harris gives a cheerful account of Caribbean life in Nottingham in the 1960s. The poem serves as a creative guide for students, illustrating how to weave historical facts into engaging narratives
Age: 11-16, subjects: Poetry, English, Citizenship, Drama, Social History, Research, and Essay Skills.
Two pages in Word and PDF formats.
The resource aids teachers and students in developing knowledge and understanding of the global movement of families and communities, fostering cultural awareness.
Fred Peters: A Musical Journey
Reggae musician Fred Peters shares first-hand experiences of Brixton, London, England in the 1960s, providing essential social history research. Explores the influence of family life, music, fashion, and the club scene in shaping Black British history and identity.
Age: 11-18. Subjects: English, History, Citizenship, Creative Writing & Drama.
Includes four supporting archive images, offering a visual journey into the vibrant 1960s London cultural landscape.
Style in my DNA -e book
Style in my DNA, by Lorna Holder, documents 70 years of Caribbean influence on British fashion. Research book. It is informative and essential in representing black cultural history, fashion, and identity. It is an invaluable resource for fashion studies, black studies, Windrush archive study, research, and social history of London, Birmingham, and Nottingham. The striking photographs and illustrations in the book will help anyone seeking to understand the Caribbean migrant experience.
Age code 11-18 Subjects: Modern History, Art & Design, Art, Citizenship. Classroom topics: Diversity, Identity, Community, Fashion & Textile, Photography & Dressmaking.
208 pages.
Indigo Blue Room -Video
Video of a stage production showing the difficulties a married couple from Trinidad faced, in adapting to life in 1960s Birmingham. The main character, Lattisha, once prosperous and glamorous, could not cope with living in one room, doing manual work, and dealing with her husband, Samson, an unfaithful Calypsonian singer, leading to mental health issues.
Age: 14-18. Subjects: Social History, English & Drama.
A resource to help form the basis of conversation around issues of migration, family life, mental health issues, work, identity, and belonging.
From the stage play Living Under One Roof by Lorna Holder.
This research bundle encourages teachers and parents to create engaging learning activities and comprehension questions for classroom and home learning. It provides a positive account of the significant contribution made nationally by Black British creatives to 1960s popular culture.
Half-hour documentary with supporting resources about the experiences of the white community in seeing large groups of Caribbean people arriving in Britain after WW2, 1948. Based on social history research- heartfelt interviews and discussions with English elders and students from the boroughs of Camden and Brent, London UK. Age range 11-16. Subjects: Citizenship, History, PSHE, and English. A lesson starter to encourage discussions around, Caribbean migration, Black British history, Windrush, identity and belonging, and celebrating differences. Written, Produced, and Directed by Lorna Holder.
Supporting resources are:
Building Bridges E-Book:
A resource for students aged 11-16 in Citizenship, History, PSHE, and English. This 8-page black and white PDF offers a profound exploration of the experiences of the white community witnessing the arrival of Caribbean people in Britain post-World War II, spanning from 1948 to 1962.
Inspiring Creativity: Visual images within the pack allow pupils to share ideas and explore concepts, whether telling a story or comparing 1940s fashion to present trends.
Included also is the :
Building Bridges- A case study
This resource is a case study based on the Building Bridges E-book and documentary.The case study demonstrates the interactions between the older and younger generations, regarding the subject matter and enables both to learn from each other.
Research documents- the real voices and stories of Caribbean women shedding light on their childhood experiences in Britain during the 1960s. The document, available in both Word and PDF formats, caters to age coding 11-16 and spans across subjects such as Citizenship, Drama, and Modern History. With 8 pages and three supporting images.
Key Highlights:
Diverse Perspectives: The document captures the voices of four Caribbean women, including those born in the Caribbean and one born in England during the 1960s. Their narratives offer a rich tapestry of experiences, from being left behind when parents migrated to England to the challenges of adapting to a new culture.
Themes Explored:
Adaptation: The women share their experiences of trying to fit into British life, attending school, and grappling with feelings of difference.
Responsibilities: There is a poignant exploration of the resentment and responsibilities shouldered by those left behind, including caring for younger siblings born in England.
Quotable Voices:
Yvonne’s reflection on the differences between life in England and Jamaica, highlighting the impact on freedom and daily life.
Mealta’s account of the responsibilities she took on, emphasizing the challenges faced upon arrival.
Billie Ann’s struggle to reform a relationship with her mother due to the lack of bonding during her early years.
Zoë Elaine’s narrative, born in Northwest London, providing insight into her coming of age amidst social injustice.
Educational Use:
Teacher Resource: An invaluable tool for teachers, offering opportunities to develop students’ knowledge of the global movement of families and communities.
Versatile Adaptation: Teachers can adapt and create unique activities, including comprehension questions and research projects, aligning with Citizenship, Drama, and Modern History studies.
Rooted in Tradition:
The resource maintains a strong connection to the oral storytelling tradition of the Windrush generation, offering authentic and relatable content.
Book Source:
Extracts are from the book “Living Under One Roof” written by Lorna Holder in 2005, providing a solid foundation for the narratives.
Visual Support:
The resource is complemented by a supporting 1960s photograph of a family in Northwest London and an illustration depicting the mode of travel, symbolically using family photographs to communicate with loved ones left behind.
Conclusion:
“Childhood Memories” serves as a poignant and educational resource, providing a platform for understanding the complexities of identity, belonging, and family life among Caribbean women in England during the transformative 1960s. It encourages open conversations, promotes cultural understanding, and offers a bridge between generations.
A compelling monologue set in the 1960s that explores the theme of family separation. This video serves as a powerful lesson starter, suitable for ages 11-18, and spans across the subjects of Citizenship, Drama, and Modern History.
The monologue follows Dorothy, a resilient single mother from Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), who is determined to unite with her four children in England. Dorothy’s story unveils the challenges faced by families during the 1960s, offering a unique perspective on the global movement of families and communities to Britain during that era. It illuminates the struggles a mother encounters when relationships break down, compelling her to take charge of the family.
This resource is a valuable asset for both teachers and students, providing an opportunity to deepen their knowledge and understanding of historical and social dynamics. It serves as a springboard for discussions on the complexities of family separation, resilience, and the broader context of global migrations to Britain.
Teachers can leverage this monologue to create comprehensive questions that delve into the multifaceted issues raised, fostering critical thinking and meaningful dialogue in the classroom. “Living Under One Roof” is an excerpt from the stage production and exhibition curated by Lorna Holder from 2003 to 2009. The piece was featured in the 2009 installation for Encounters of Bamako/African Photography Biennial in Mali, showcasing its international significance. The monologue is performed in English with French subtitles, making it accessible to a diverse audience.
Hanging Out: by Lorna Holder - A comprehensive research resource tailored for Year 12 students and adults, delving into the evolution of British popular culture. This vibrant e-book, boasting 195 full-color pages, explores the transformative shifts in social customs during the 1950s and 1960s. Focused on London, it examines fashion, music, sports, film, entertainment, and protest.
Diverse voices from Brent, Camden, Lambeth, and the City of London share their experiences, highlighting the pivotal role of music and the 1960s club scenes in uniting black and white youth. From sewing 1950s fashion to designer brand obsessions, Mods and Rockers, anti-war protests, and social change, this book makes history accessible and relevant. It features iconic photographic images, creative workshop activities, interviews, oral histories, and exclusive posters created by young participants.
Notably, a dedicated section explores Protest Posters, showcasing them as both political tools and cultural artifacts. Former Labour MP Tony Benn, a panelist at the Hanging Out Anti-War Protest Discussion Forum in 2011, emphasizes the enduring strength of young people’s feelings against injustice and war.
This book is a part of the Hanging Out Youth Culture, Then and Now project, supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund and produced by Full Spectrum Productions. Collaborators include V&A, Museum of London, London Metropolitan Archives, Imperial War Museum, Rich Mix, BFI, Ace Cafe, London Film Academy, Theme Traders, and Tuareg Productions.
Explore the captivating Hanging Out trailer, produced by Lorna Holder, also available on Tes. Attached are the documentary screening poster, project flyer, and a photograph of Tony Benn at the Imperial War Museum.
Attached also, Hanging Out documentary screening poster and project flyer and photograph of Tony Benn at the IWM
9-minute video to accompany the Jamaica Hidden Histories educational resource pack, outlining the historical and cultural links between Jamaica and Britain. The video starts with Oliver Cromwell taking Jamaica from the Spanish in 1655, concluding in the 2000s showing why Jamaica has become a global brand. The video is a relevant blueprint for teaching about other cultures in context and will help students from diverse backgrounds to further develop their learning skills, knowledge and personal development. Subjects: History, English & PSHE – Stage 3, Year 9 students.
Oral history transcript of Monica, a Jamaican elder who gives a very personal account of her journey to Britain in the 1950s. Research document around family life and values; subjects, English, Modern History, Citizenship, and Drama. Age coding 11-16. Teachers and parents can create unique learning activities to help stimulate classroom and home-school discussions on embracing differences and change.
Monica talks about her last day in Jamaica and excitement on going on an airplane and the financial support given by her father. Next, we hear how she followed her parents’ wishes saying, " One thing my parents instilled in me was the idea that you would not have a child before you were married." She talks about her husband and having children, the changes Jamaica Independence would bring, and why they decided to remain in England because, " Being British, at that time the education system was something to look upon." However, she still had to fight for the rights of her children not to get left behind in the classroom. Monica talks about the cultural and social differences between a Jamaican and English family, the importance of manners and discipline, and how we must preserve our heritage.
This resource will help, in creative writing and short monologue performances. It invites educators and students to explore, reflect, and celebrate the rich tapestry of identities within our shared history.
Interview by the Oral Historian Sharon Rappaport for the Cultural Re-Awaking Conference for the Jamaica Hidden Histories project, 2012-2015, at the Metropolitan Archives in 2013.
Jamaica Hidden Histories is an educational project by Full Spectrum Productions, supported by The Heritage Lottery Fund and produced by Lorna Holder.
This poem by Vida Harris gives a cheerful account of Caribbean life in Nottingham in the 1960s. The poem serves as a creative guide for students, illustrating how to weave historical facts into engaging narratives.
Age: 11-16, subjects: Poetry, English, Citizenship, Drama, Social History, Research, and Essay Skills.
Two pages in Word and PDF formats.
For parents engaged in homeschooling, the poem provides a relaxed and enjoyable approach to children’s education.
A Research document: enables teachers to create question and answer worksheets from the narrative, facilitating structured engagement with the poem.
The resource aids teachers and students in developing knowledge and understanding of the global movement of families and communities, fostering cultural awareness.
Poet, Vida Theodosia Harris was born in Jamaica where she experienced an idyllic Caribbean childhood. Vida has lived in the United Kingdom since 1957, spending most of her life in the Midlands. She worked as a nurse for many years in the Nottingham Health Service. She is a mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who finds time to be a poet and women’s leader and enabler. Her energy and inspiration come from her warm and deeply committed Christian faith. Vida exudes an air of confidence and ability to instill an air of calmness in people she meets.
Vida has published many poems in diaries over the past years and compiled two books with over two hundred gems. In April 2003 she was filmed by Carlton TV reading some of her moving poems whilst leading a community prayer session with a group of local Nottingham women. Her book, Brighter Days was a Nottingham Waterstone best seller. Vida travels all over the world to visit her children and grandchildren to places including Australia, Cuba, Hong Kong, Israel, Turkey, America, Europe, and some of the Caribbean Islands. Her Christian belief, life experiences including the sad death of a beloved daughter on the ill-fated 1989 Marchioness riverboat disaster and travels have all served as sources of inspiration for her poignant poetry.
Crinoline- Photographer Esmel May Woma copyright: Tuareg Productions/Mary Evans Picture Library
This Art and Design - Unit of Work, with a short video focuses on the Jamaican sculpture, George’ Fowokan’ Kelly. Subjects: History, English, Art & Design & Technology, with links to Geography Computing and PSHE, for Key Stage 3, Year 9 students.
In April 2014 Fowokan shared his journey from musician to acclaimed self- taught sculptor and artist with Year 9 students at Burlington Danes Academy in West London. The focus of the session was the all-important spiritual connection with his African roots, culture and heritage as revealed in his sculpture, Meditations Beneath Duppycherry Tree. Under the guidance of Yvonne Bell (Art Teacher & Director of Pastoral Intervention) the students took part in a series of Art and Design lessons inspired by Fowokan’s sculpture for the Heritage Lottery funded project Jamaica Hidden Histories. The Aims of the project are:
To know about great artists, craft makers and designers and understand the historical and cultural development of their art forms.
To produce creative work, exploring their ideas and recording their experiences
To become proficient in drawing, painting, sculpture and other art, craft and design techniques.
This unit of work is based on six double lessons of 90 minutes. The overarching learning aim is for students to learn the value of working through a structured series of activities and media, using photographs to create an image to develop into 3 dimensional clay sculptures.
The pack includes students worksheets, individual pieces of work, and testimonials .
This resource is a case study based on the Building Bridges resource pack, available on TES, showing the experiences of the white community in seeing large groups of Caribbean people arriving in Britain after the Second World War - 1948 to 1962 - known as "The Windrush.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/building-bridges-windrush-experiences-11723774
The case study demonstrates the interactions between the older and younger generation, regarding the subject matter and enabled both to learn from each other. Both groups have taken lead roles in facilitating workshops, oral history interviews, and sharing experiences. The elders’ involvement, through their stories and oral history, provides a great deal of cultural learning for future generations. They gain a sense of satisfaction and purpose in passing on their experiences and knowledge. Young people’s involvement provides a distinctive perspective on the activities.
Suitable for different key stages and curriculum requirements.
This e-book will help Key Stage 3 - Year 9 students research Nottingham’s Caribbean community at work during the 1960s. The book allows teachers and parents to create unique learning activities to support home learning and beyond.
Moving Out , takes a unique look at Industrial Nottingham through the eyes of the 1960s Windrush settlers, focusing on their experiences of, and contributions to the local industries of the time. These industries include the mines, the textile and garment industry, the building industry, as well as companies and institutes such as Boots, Raleigh, Nottingham Transport, and the NHS. The book also explores how Nottingham’s pioneering Caribbean community created its places of worship and recreation.
The e-book, written by Lorna Holder, is supported with unique images, and heartwarming stories and testimonials . We hear also about the places where Nottingham’s Caribbean community worshipped during the 1960s. Secondary Schools in Nottingham, Manning Comprehensive School and Bramcote Park Business & Enterprise School played a huge part in this project attending the workshops and interviewing elders about their experiences.
The 46 page book has archival photographs to help support the learning, such as images of miners from the National Coal Mining Museum For England, unique images taken of nurses by Esmel May Woma, local photography, and image from Nottinghamshire Archives. It shows images also of Caribbean people working at the bike company Raleigh and Boots. The book also gives an in-depth account from the historian Revd Christian Weaver CBE of the contributions made by Caribbean people in Nottingham.
Reggae musician Fred Peters shares first-hand experiences of Brixton, London, England in the 1960s, providing essential social history research. Explores the influence of family life, music, fashion, and the club scene in shaping Black British history and identity.
Age: 11-18. Subjects: English, History, Citizenship, Creative Writing & Drama.
Includes four supporting archive images, offering a visual journey into the vibrant 1960s London cultural landscape.
Format: Three pages in PDF and Word document
Encourages teachers and parents to create engaging learning activities and comprehension questions for both classroom and home learning.
Provides a positive account of the significant contribution made by Black British creatives to popular culture.
This transcript was taken from the Hanging Out book.
For further content on this subject, view
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/hanging-out-11266230
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/hanging-out-youth-culture-then-and-now-video-12294504
Between 2011- 2012 members from London’s diverse communities shared their experiences in hanging out in four boroughs: Brent, Camden, Lambeth, and the City of London. The Heritage Lottery Funded project, produced by Lorna Holder, focused on the immense changes in popular and social customs during the 1950s and 1960s. The book and documentary explore fashion, music, sport, film, entertainment, and protest in London.
About Me, a selection of contemporary, personal stories of migration, families, and the idea of home, shared by Year 9 students from Hackney Free & Parochial School . 3 pages in PDF and Word document, Subjects: Drama, History, Citizenship, & English. These heart felt stories will stimulate classroom discussions, enabling students to write their own experiences of belonging to strengthen their understanding of Black history and identity. From the issues raised, teachers and students can further create unique classroom learning activities especially in creative writing and short monologue performances.
The Hackney Free & Parochial students had taken part in the project, The Ones We Left Behind, produced by Lorna Holder. This Heritage Lottery funded project encompasses stories from many communities about families separated by continents, relocating to new countries, even simply moving from one city to another. Through a unique programme of community workshops supported by the work of a dedicated team of professional researchers, we gather personal oral histories. These stories are then used as a basis for truthful, high-quality dramas, which truly celebrate diversity. The project encourages openness and exploration, looking outwards with curiosity and respect, listening to, and learning from real voices, and identifying that which is specific and unique.
This video focuses on the immense changes that occurred in popular and social customs during the 1950s and 1960s. This period is brought to life through an exploration of the fashions, music, sport, film, and entertainment of that time. Members from London’s diverse communities share their experiences in hanging out in their various boroughs. They talk about how music and the club scenes of the 1960s played a vital part in bringing black and white young people together. From sewing 1950s fashion to designer brand obsession, to Mods and Rockers and anti-war protest and social change, this video makes history accessible and relevant. For fine art, music, politic, fashion, media, sports, history, and film studies.
The video is the trailer for the Hanging Out Project one hour documentary, produced by Tuareg Productions Ltd.
Co-directed by Lorna Holder and Yvonne Deutschman. Produced by Lorna Holder, premiered at the V&A in 2012
A free home learning resource for all ages. This short 20 minute documentary is based on real life experiences of Caribbean settlers, living and working in Hackney and surrounding areas, during the 1940s and 1960s. Students will experience with family members the heart breaking -heart-warming journey of that Windrush generation. Useful content for research work for teachers, students and parents doing homeschooling and beyond. Produced by Lorna Holder.
Three-minute video. Age coding 11-18. Teachers can use as a lesson starter to introduce students to Windrush studies. English elder, Belle Johansson gives her account on watching the Pathe News in a cinema in Kentish Town, London, and seeing the arrival of Caribbean migrants on the Empire Windrush at Tilbury Docks, June 1948. Subjects: Citizenship, Drama, and Modern History.
This video was produced by Full Spectrum Productions in 2006, for the Heritage Lottery Fund project, The Ones We Left Behind. Community groups can also use the video to engage with diverse communities around issues of migration, family life, identity ad belonging. Parents can use this thought provoking video to support home learning and beyond, helping students to look outwards with curiosity and respect and learning from real voices.
