Scottish History
Investigating history
How can we find out about the past? The past leaves us clues which can help us to imagine what life was like. These resources show us how to look at some of the evidence left behind - documents, pictures and images, and artifacts.
Focus on: Documents
Battling though bias, pointing out propaganda and testing for truth! Reading documents is just like detective work. You have to be able to look closely at the words, read between the lines, understand the motives and find the clues that will unlock what the document really says. Learn the true meaning behind the Declaration of Arbroath by following the document detective code.
Focus on: Imagery
If you were to have your portrait painted, what would you wear? Where would you sit? Is there anyone else you would want to have in the picture with you? These questions must have gone by everyone who has ever had their portrait painted. Their choices have influenced what you know about them. Are there any other messages in portraits? Examine the tricks involved in painting portraits.
Focus on: Objects
Become the curator of this virtual museum. Choose and research four objects and make them into an exciting display.