Step into History

'For an unforgettable experience of days past, Step Into History is the perfect incursion. This is a fun, exciting, enjoyable learning activity that kids don't want to end. Both girls and boys LOVE this and it’s evident on their faces! An ideal way of learning I highly recommend this wonderful way of experiencing history.' Stephanie Espinoza CHSS'

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'Thanks for delivering a quality product. Lovely to have you back.' HASS teacher, Mooloolaba SS

 

'This  incursion was so much easier than doing a whole day at an Historical Village. No lines, no bus costs.'  Mrs T. ​

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'The great thing was that there are enough activities for ALL the children to be engaged. No waiting in line.'  Teacher, Kurwongbah SS

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'There's such a difference between seeing a photo of old equipment and actually using it.'

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'Thanks for letting us help.' Parents, Mt Crosby

 

'Learning history has never been so much fun. To see children engaging with history in this way – playing with toys and objects from the past, washing clothes on a washboard, and so much more  – just so meaningful!!  This is definitely the way to teach History.'   Wendy Brush Chatswood Hills SS.

                                                       

'Thank you so much for the Step into History incursion you ran for our year 2 classes today. The children loved the hands on experience of exploring items from the past. The activities were educational and enjoyable. All the children were engaged in the numerous activities and experiences you provided. Your knowledge and passion for history was infectious, with the children leaving more aware and informed about items from our past. Thank you for an easy yet educational experience.' Kerrie Britton, Year 2 Teacher, Chatswood Hills State School

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Step Into History (How learning should be!)

'I was reminded of the ageing process last Thursday when visiting the hands on history interactive display with the children and teachers from Lorikeets and Bilbies. Seeing some of the relics from yesteryear really brought back some memories. The children were having a fabulous time exploring and using a typewriter, chalkboard, manual egg beaters, cassette players and washboards. The ‘Happy Venture’ reading books on the table almost traumatised me as I had a reality check that almost 45 years ago they were the main source of my reading instruction at primary school. Aahhh those really interesting stories about Nip, Fluff, Dick, Dora and Jane. ‘See Nip run!’ How creative those names were for pets back then? Frightening stuff when we consider the array of reading materials and the various forms of printed media that kids have to engage with today. You see engagement is the key in today’s classrooms! The teachers and teacher aides in attendance remarked how well behaved the students were while experiencing all these past examples of technology. I outlined to them that it was because they were excited, intrigued, engaged and having fun. They were free to explore what was happening in their own time, at their own pace and experience challenge at their own level, whilst having fun. The buzz around this learning was fantastic and the students loved it. How great it would be for students and teachers if all learning was like this.'

David Teale, Principal Chatswood Hills S.S.

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'The Step into History morning was wonderful! The kids were completely enthralled with all the different activities. We expected a noisy, exhausting morning but it wasn’t. The kids just loved all the activities and they were so happy and eager to participate. The teachers even got a chance to join in the fun. All the activities were so hands on.  It was good old fashioned teaching! Learning through play and exploration.'   

Lynda Kwiatkowski, Year 2 teacher CHSS

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'Our class LOVED the  typewriters.' 2H

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Feedback from Year 2 students:

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'In the Olden Days  I liked washing the clothes. First you put soap on the clothes. Then you scrub it on the wash board. Then soak it in clean water. Then hang it up to dry. It was great!' By Shyla

 

'I went on a history incursion. I played with the music box and it was funny. I also printed words out on a typewriter. The best thing was the wash board. You put soap on the clothes and scrub them. We had fun washing the clothes. I had so much fun!' By Matthew

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'We had an amazing incursion. I  got to play with some olden day toys. My favourite toy was the spinning top. Finally I tried the typewriter. Everything was extremely fantastic fun.' By Mia

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“When is that woman coming back?” Year 2 student at Junction Park SS

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'I loved Step into History.' Amy 2A

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​'My favourite part was when I typed my name.' Jayden

 

 

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