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KS1 Christopher Columbus Activities

Name: KS1 Christopher Columbus Activities
Brand: Hands-On Education
SKU: KS1 Christopher Columbus
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Take KS1 children on a voyage through history. This cross-curricular topic pack brings Columbus's 1492 expedition to life through five hands-on activities covering History, Geography, DT, and Art.

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This pack includes five activity sheets with accompanying lesson plans bringing Columbus's 1492 expedition to life through cross-curricular history, geography, art, and design technology activities.

Key Details +

• Year Group: KS1 (ages 5–7)
• Key Stage: KS1
• Subject: History, Geography, Art & DT
• Resource Type: Activity Sheets + Lesson Plans
• Format: Instant PDF Download
• Number of Activities: 5

Curriculum Alignment +

Aligned to the KS1 History National Curriculum. Covers the lives of significant individuals in the past who have contributed to national and international achievements, and events beyond living memory that are significant nationally or globally.

Teaching Tips +

Use a world map to trace Columbus's voyage before starting the activities — children respond well to the physical journey. The DT activities work well as end-of-unit projects. Links naturally to the Neil Armstrong pack for a broader significant individuals unit.

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