Marvellous Monarchs

One Day Creative School Workshop

We can visit your school in: All UK Regions

Why book 'Marvellous Monarchs' with One Day Creative

One Day is a forward-thinking creative education company, connecting children and learning with creativity and imagination. In this drama workshop, your pupils will be joined by a One Day facilitator to walk through history. Together you’ll compare the reigns of Queens Elizabeth I and II, discover their achievements and learn how they contributed to the world on an international scale. Using role-play, performance and interactive activities, you’ll soon see that the role of a monarch is no mean feat.

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What activities are available during this educational workshop?

In this Marvellous Monarchs workshop, your class will have the opportunity to express ideas and feelings through voice, movement, role play and drama. In addition, they will:

✨ Learn the significance of the two Queen Elizabeths in historical detail
✨ Examine the role of a monarch
✨ Understand the differences and similarities between two royal rulers and the historical contexts they lived in

Which Curriculum Subjects do you cater for?

Your pupils will compare the reign of two of Britain's marvellous monarchs: Queen Elizabeth I and II. This includes the historical context that each of these queens lived in. For Queen Elizabeth I, this is the Elizabethan era. How did this era influence the role of a monarch and what challenges did she face specific to the Elizabethan times?

Your pupils will compare the reign of two of Britain's marvellous monarchs: Queen Elizabeth I and II. They may have lived during completely different eras, but your class will examine what similarities they may both have faced in their roles as Queen of England. Plus, how each monarch contributed to their country and how historical context will have influenced this.

Your pupils will compare the reign of two of Britain's marvellous monarchs: Queen Elizabeth I and II. These two significant individuals ruled England during completely different eras, so how do their respective reigns compare? Who were these monarchs and what influence did they have on our country?

All our workshops use drama, dance and/or movement to stimulate learning and capture children's imaginations. Our team of performing arts professionals have a range of activities up their sleeve to ensure your chosen topic is as accessible and engaging as possible for your pupils.

We also make sure to tie in key curriculum objectives linked to your chosen topic. Our extensive range of school workshops cover History, STEM, Geography, World Culture, PSHE and more.

What size groups do you cater for?

We can deliver workshops to up to 4 classes in a school day, depending on the type of workshop and age group of the classes involved. Each session caters for a maximum of 35 children.

Do you cater for visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Absolutely! Drama is a wonderfully inclusive way for children with SEN to access learning. Please let us know of any specific needs or requirements before your day and we can adapt our sessions to fit.

You can also join One Day online and stream creativity straight into your classroom with Uno, an online world of interactive primary school workshops.

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Who are One Day Creative?

One Day's range of interactive school workshops harness the power of the performing arts. We have a talented team of facilitators based across the country, ready to bring core curriculum topics to life right in your school hall.

Our workshops are ideal because we do all the hard work for you. On the day of the workshop, all we need is a large clear space to work in – our friendly facilitator will take care of the rest! From the moment you enquire, our central office team are on hand to answer any questions, make suggestions and tailor your day to your school's needs.