Explore Tuareg's Online Shop, a treasure trove of multimedia resources amplifying the authentic voices of Caribbean and other communities in England from 1948 to the present. Designed for teachers, our adaptable resources inspire engaging learning activities across subjects like English, History, Art & Design, Drama, Citizenship, and PSHE. Tailored for ages 11-18. #Windrush #BlackBritish #CaribbeanPeople. Dive into history, culture, and more. Leave a review to share your experience.
Explore Tuareg's Online Shop, a treasure trove of multimedia resources amplifying the authentic voices of Caribbean and other communities in England from 1948 to the present. Designed for teachers, our adaptable resources inspire engaging learning activities across subjects like English, History, Art & Design, Drama, Citizenship, and PSHE. Tailored for ages 11-18. #Windrush #BlackBritish #CaribbeanPeople. Dive into history, culture, and more. Leave a review to share your experience.
Two resources showing the positive contributions of Black individuals in Britain during the transformative 1960s. Designed for ages 11-18, the resources span subjects such as Citizenship, Drama, and Modern History.
Story of a 1960’s Black Nurse: Bridging Generations
Target Audience: Year 9 students
Subjects: Modern History, Citizenship, Drama
Resource Type: Oral history account (2.5 pages)
Description:
Explore the journey of Esmel May Woma, a trailblazer who ventured from Jamaica to Nottingham in the early 1960s to pursue a nursing career. This resource provides an invaluable firsthand account of the Windrush generation’s positive contributions to the NHS. Tailored for teachers, parents, and guardians, it serves as a dynamic backdrop for character development, fostering engagement through stories, stage plays, and family discussions.
Enhancements:
Inquiry-Based Learning: Encourage students to delve into inquiry-based learning, exploring the challenges and triumphs faced by migrants in the 1960s.
Interactive Activities: Provide educators with a foundation for creating interactive activities that connect historical narratives with contemporary experiences.
African Voice of Women’s Liberation - The Yellow Room: A Theatrical Window to Empowerment
Target Audience: Age coding 11-18
Subjects: Citizenship, Drama, Modern History
Resource Type: Monologue Video
Description:
Immerse students in “The Yellow Room,” a monologue set in the 1960s that unfolds the tale of Dorothy, a resilient single mother from Rhodesia (Zimbabwe). This powerful lesson starter explores family separation and women’s liberation, offering educators and students insights into the challenges faced by families moving to Britain in the 1960s. The video, part of the “Living Under One Roof” production, provides a compelling resource for understanding global movements and family dynamics.
Enhancements:
Comprehensive Discussions: Facilitate comprehensive discussions with students by creating unique questions that address issues raised in the monologue.
Multicultural Perspective: Leverage the resource to foster a multicultural perspective, addressing global movements and the resilience of women in challenging circumstances.
Conclusion:
The “Black History Resource” bundle provides a multifaceted exploration of historical narratives, offering educators versatile tools to engage students in rich discussions, creative activities, and an appreciation of the positive contributions and resilience of Black individuals during the transformative 1960s.
This bundle includes three insightful resources that delve into the African and Caribbean perspectives of migration to Britain from the 1960s . The themes are, identity, belonging, family displacement, the Windrush experience, and contributions to the NHS.
These resources serve as a springboard for creating unique classroom activities, especially 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.
About Me – Worksheet:
Immerse your students in contemporary, personal stories of migration and the concept of home with this 3-page PDF and Word document. Shared by Year 9 students from Hackney Free & Parochial School, these heartfelt narratives are designed to stimulate classroom discussions. The worksheet spans Drama, History, Citizenship, and English, offering a diverse perspective to strengthen students’ understanding of Black history and identity. The stories are part of “The Ones We Left Behind,” a Heritage Lottery-funded project produced by Lorna Holder, encouraging openness, exploration, and celebration of diversity.
Story of a 1960’s Black Nurse – Worksheet:
This social history research document, tailored for Year 9 students in History, Citizenship, and English, unfolds the oral history account of Esmel May Woma. Arriving 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, ideal for stories, stage plays, and family discussions.
Living Under One Roof – Short Video:
Dive into a monologue set in the 1960s about family separation with “Living Under One Roof.” A captivating short video, perfect as a lesson starter for ages 11-18 in Citizenship, Drama, and Modern History. The narrative follows Dorothy, a hard-working single mother from Rhodesia, desperate to bring her four children to England. An impactful resource for developing knowledge about the global movement of families to Britain during the 1960s, it sheds light on the challenges faced by families and communities. The monologue is part of the stage production and exhibition “Living Under One Roof,” written, directed, and curated by Lorna Holder.
Three unique resources that celebrate the positive contributions of people of colour to British society.
Brixton - 1960s by Fred Peters: A Musical Journey
Age Coding: 11-18
Subject Integration: English, History, Citizenship, Creative Writing & Drama
Resource Type: Research resource for Year 12 students
Format: Three pages in PDF and Word document
Content Overview:
Reggae musician Fred Peters shares first-hand experiences of Brixton 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.
Includes four supporting archive images, offering a visual journey into the vibrant cultural landscape.
Educational Impact:
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.
Style in my DNA - Ebook: A Fashion Chronicle
Age Code: 11-18
Subjects: Modern History, Art & Design, Art, Citizenship
Classroom Topics: Diversity, Identity, Community, Fashion & Textile, Photography & Dressmaking
Resource Type: Research book
Format: 208 pages
Content Overview:
Authored by Lorna Holder, this ebook documents 70 years of Caribbean influence on British fashion, offering an insightful blend of black cultural history, fashion, and identity.
Serves as a memoir of Lorna Holder, a notable figure in the Caribbean community, tracing her journey from Jamaica to becoming the first black graduate in fashion from Nottingham Trent University.
Features striking images, making it a valuable resource for understanding the Caribbean migrant experience.
Educational Impact:
Informs fashion studies, black studies, Windrush archive study, and research into the social history of London, Birmingham, and Nottingham.
Provides a unique perspective on diversity, identity, and community through the lens of fashion and textile history.
Story of a 1960’s Black Nurse: A Healthcare Odyssey
Age Code: 11-18
Subjects: History, Citizenship & English
Resource Type: Oral history account
Format: Two-and-a-half-page social history document
Content Overview:
Chronicles the oral history account of Esmel May Woma, highlighting the positive contributions made to the NHS by the Windrush generation.
Offers a significant backdrop for character development, fostering storytelling, stage plays, and family discussions.
Educational Impact:
Targeted towards Year 9 students, serving as a valuable resource for exploring the intersections of history, citizenship, and English studies.
Provides tangible insights into the healthcare contributions of the Windrush generation.
Conclusion:
This Black History Bundle weaves together narratives of cultural richness, musical influence, fashion evolution, and healthcare contributions. Each resource offers a unique lens through which students can engage with the multifaceted tapestry of Black history, fostering a deeper understanding of diversity, identity, and positive societal impact.
This resource is a Lesson starter for performance art students 16+. It will help in learning about the impact on the lives of families and diverse communities when we leave loved ones behind to start a new life in a new country.
Teachers will find the resource useful in encouraging students to look outwards with curiosity and respect, listening to and learning from real voices, and identifying that which is specific and unique. The information came from oral history workshops and community research in London in 2006 from diverse communities about families separated by continents, relocating to new countries, and merely moving from one city to another. These stories formed the basis for truthful, high-quality dramas, which genuinely celebrate diversity.
Included in the resource is a 30-minute play by Troy Andrew Fairclough, ‘Homeward Bound’ is set in the Departure Lounge at Heathrow Airport. Calvin, 43, makes a last-minute attempt to prevent his mother from boarding a plane. Pearl, his mother, is a woman in her sixties who knows her mind and wants to return to Jamaica to live out her retirement. While mother and son argue their differences, it is Calvin's teenage daughter Shinade who brings things to ahead. Pearl's beloved younger son, Courtney, is absent. Although Pearl is determined to go back to Jamaica, she is experiencing the same feelings of dread and excitement she felt about coming to England all those years ago.
This entertaining, informative play highlights issues and experiences of Caribbean people who came to Britain in the 1960s, and who have now decided to return home. Part two and three of this book is also available on TES
This resource is a Lesson starter for performance art students 16+. It will help in learning about the impact on the lives of families and diverse communities when we leave loved ones behind to start a new life in a new country. Teachers will find the resource useful in encouraging students to look outwards with curiosity and respect, listening to and learning from real voices, and identifying that which is specific and unique. The information came from oral history workshops and community research in London in 2006 from diverse communities about families separated by continents, relocating to new countries, and merely moving from one city to another. These stories formed the basis for truthful, high-quality dramas, which genuinely celebrate diversity.
This resource is the second, and the third part of the book, The Ones We Left Behind, available on TES. This resource filled with unique supporting photographs, testimonials, family histories, and contributions from secondary school children in London.
Included in the resource is ‘Departure Lounge,’ a dramatic monologue written by Lorna Holder.
Nena, a woman in her forties, sits nervously, waiting for the boarding announcement in the departure lounge at the airport. Now returning to the Philippines after 25 years working in the U.K, Nena has to make a final decision; should she return to the Philippines, to the husband she hardly knows and son whose childhood she missed? Or should she remain working for the family who employ her and the ‘adopted’ English children she has raised?
The monologue, ‘Departure Lounge’ is based on research into the oral histories of Britain’s Filipino community. It was performed at the British Museum in 2006.
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 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.
Story of a 1960s Black Nurse: Unveiling a Legacy
Embark on a journey through time with the compelling narrative "Story of a 1960s Black Nurse," a product of meticulous social history research. Tailored for Year 9 students in History, Citizenship, and English, this resource unveils the oral history account of Esmel May Woma. Esmel's journey unfolds as she arrives in Nottingham from Jamaica in the early 1960s to pursue a career in nursing.
This invaluable 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 document, spanning two-and-a-half pages, not only offers a significant historical backdrop but also becomes a catalyst for character development. Its richness in detail provides a fertile ground for creating stories, stage plays, and fostering family discussions. By delving into Esmel's experiences, students can gain a nuanced understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by individuals of the Windrush generation.
In essence, "Story of a 1960s Black Nurse" transcends traditional learning materials, offering a vibrant tapestry of history, culture, and personal resilience. It's an inspiring resource that not only educates but also sparks creativity and meaningful conversations within the classroom and beyond
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.
This pack contains four resources, designed to deepen the knowledge and understanding of British youth culture and the global movement of families and communities . Tailored for both classroom learning and home education this promotion is a beacon for parents seeking engaging and educational materials.
Building Bridges Resource Pack:
Description: Oral history research document adorned with unique images. Capturing the real voices of elders from the host community in London, the pack unfolds their stories of witnessing the arrival of Caribbean people in large numbers post-World War II.
Audience: Year 7+ students
Moving Out:
Description: The experiences of Caribbean settlers in industrial Nottingham during the 1960s, as they navigated life in the mining industry and the NHS. This resource, based on oral history research, provides insights into a transformative era.
Audience: Year 7+ students
Hanging Out:
Description: Explore the vibrant youth culture of the 1950s and 1960s in four London boroughs. From fashion and music to film, sports, and entertainment, this book is a cultural journey suitable for Year 12 students and adults engaged in fine art, fashion, media, and film studies.
Audience: Year 12 students and adults
The Ones We Left Behind:
Description: This drama production resource unveils stories of families separated by continents, moving to new countries, or shifting within cities. The resource includes a stage play and monologue, offering a poignant exploration of the impact of leaving loved ones behind.
Audience: Year 7+ students
Unique Features:
Innovative Format: The promotion showcases an innovative format, blending research into local communities, workshops, and drama productions. This approach engages learners of all ages, making the learning experience dynamic and memorable.
Versatile Applications:
School Drama Productions: The drama resources are particularly useful for school drama productions, enabling Year 7+ students to actively participate in the creative exploration of diverse narratives.
Holistic Learning Experience:
Art, Fashion, History, Drama, English, and Social History: This promotion provides a holistic learning experience, touching upon various subjects and disciplines. It weaves together art, fashion, history, drama, English, and social history into a seamless tapestry of knowledge.
Conclusion:
“Living Under One Roof” is not just a collection of resources; it’s an invitation to unravel untold stories, fostering connections between generations and communities.
Video for secondary school students, their family and teachers showing the early signs of mental health problems within a Caribbean family in 1960s Britain. A resource to help form the basis of conversation around issues of migration, family life, work, identity and belonging. Teachers and parents can create unique learning activities for Black History Month, for homeschooling during holidays and beyond. Subjects, Social History, English & Drama, Age code: 14-18
Set in the 1960s in the Midlands, the monologue Indigo Blue Room highlights some of the issues of social exclusion still pertinent today. It was performed and filmed at the King’s School in Worcester in 2004, starring Indra Ove and Leon Herert. The main character, Lattisha, once prosperous and glamorous, could not cope with living in one room, going out to do manual work, dealing with an unfaithful hisband, leading to mental health problems.
The monologue, Indigo Blue Room was written and produced by Lorna Holder, based on the Living Under One Roof stage play written in 2003.
This resource will help families, teachers, and students to learn more about the Windrush generation, particularly the experiences of Caribbean elders who settled in Hackney, London from the 1950s. The resource includes four pages, PDF format of individual oral history account of Caribbean elders. Information is suitable for different key stages and curriculum requirements. Black parents at home can use the resource to help educate their children further about their heritage, giving them a better sense of identity and belonging. Parents from diverse communities can use it to find similar values and shared experiences. This resource is firmly rooted in the tradition of oral storytelling, and teachers can use it in the classroom and for home schooling to support drama and media studies.
In 2008 Tuareg Production produced a series of workshops in Hackney, interviewing some of Hackney’s Caribbean elders from islands including Jamaica, Barbados, St Lucia, Dominica, and Trinidad. The workshops held at the Marie Lloyd Day Centre, William Morris Caribbean Centre, Hackney Museum, and the Hackney Caribbean Elderly Organisation. The elders reminisced and shared experiences from as early as 1954 when they first settled in the area. Their recollections and memories form the basis for the adaption of the Living Under One Roof stage play, set in Hackney by Lorna Holder. Hackney Museum, in 2008 did an exhibition, Living Under One Roof, Windrush, and beyond, which covered all aspects of life for the first generation of Caribbean migrant workers. Finally, the Living Under One Roof – Windrush and beyond education resource pack for primary schools in Hackney, launched at a prestigious event at the House of Lords hosted by prominent peers Baroness Amos and Baroness Howells, produced by The Hackney Learning Trust and Lorna Holder.
Video- 15 minutes long. A Lesson starter for age 16+ in subjects: Drama, English and Citizenship. Based on research into the oral histories of Britain’s Filipino community at the Centre of Filipinos in London in 2006. About families separated by continents, and their stories forming the basis for truthful, high-quality dramas, which genuinely celebrate diversity. Teachers can create unique learning activities to explore the many issues raise in the video.
The majority of the workshop participants were women, which is an accurate reflection of the make-up of the community. Filipino economic migration to Europe coincided with a demand for domestic workers. There were stories of wives and mothers leaving their families behind and becoming breadwinners for their extended families.
‘Departure Lounge,’ a dramatic monologue written and produced by Lorna Holder.
Nena, a woman in her forties, sits nervously, waiting for the boarding announcement in the departure lounge at the airport. Now returning to the Philippines after 25 years working in the U.K, Nena has to make a final decision; should she return to the Philippines, to the husband she hardly knows and son whose childhood she missed? Or should she remain working for the family who employ her and the ‘adopted’ English children she has raised?
The video has a supporting e-book The Ones We Left Behind available on Tes.
