National Archives of Scotland
The National Archives of Scotland holds historical records created by government, businesses, landed estates, families, churches and other corporate bodies dating from the 12th century onwards. Find out about the history of Scotland and its people from the Wars of Independence to the Second World War. Design a wanted poster for William Wallace; study a selection of medieval documents and seals; investigate the lives of Mary, Queen of Scots and her son, King James, and research Scottish servicemen who fought in both world wars.
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For details of our full education service, visit the Scottish Archive for Schools website or email education@nas.gov.uk.
A Union for a’ that’: Schools education project
‘A Union for a’ that’ is a collaborative education project for Scottish schools marking the 300th anniversary of the Union of the Parliaments in 1707. The Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland, the National Archives of Scotland, Historic Scotland, the National Galleries of Scotland, the National Library of Scotland, the Scottish Parliament, and the Law Society of Scotland are together delivering workshops exploring the historical significance of the Union and a DVD. The DVD will contain information and activities to support a Curriculum for Excellence for upper primary, S1-S3 and senior pupils. The curriculum areas covered include history, politics, citizenship, art and design, and debating.
The next series of workshops for primary schools takes place in Edinburgh from September to November 2007. The DVD will be distributed free of charge to all primary and secondary schools in Scotland.
For further project details visit: Alison.Diamond@nas.gov.uk