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Avneet Bains

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About Avneet Bains

After graduating with a degree in Liberal Arts and Science from the University of Birmingham, Avneet has developed a passion for history and loves to spend time adventuring with family and friends. Her love for exploring new places began at a young age, and she has traveled to many far-off destinations, including her ancestral village in India and the Golden Temple in Amritsar. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music and reading.

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Community & Giving Back

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History

Education

University of Birmingham

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts and Science

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Happy family on holiday in Rome standing by the Trevi Fountain, little girl pointing to Roman architecture she learned about in school.

Roman Timeline (KS2): Everything You Need To Know Romans

Have your children been learning all about the Romans in their history lessons?

If your child is in KS2, they may be learning about the Romans, their lives and well-known events throughout Rome and Roman Britain. Need to brush up on your Ancient Rome and Roman history?

We've put together a timeline of key events and individuals, so you can help the kids out with their school work, together with some facts about Romans that kids will love. So, let's travel back in time and explore Ancient Rome, the Roman Empire and its people!
 

Ages 0-99History, Geography & Social Studies
The main bath at the Roman baths, surrounded by a colonnade.

The Roman Baths (KS2): Everything You Need To Know

Do you know your Romulus from your Remus?

Your Jupiter from your Pluto? Well, we've got you covered!

The Romans were a group of people who originally came from the city of Rome, the capital city of the Italy we know and love today. Legend has it that the city of Rome was founded by the twins Romulus and Remus, and it was from this very city that the renowned Roman Empire grew from.

Expanding as far as the North of Africa to parts of Western Asia, the Romans held vast influence and power over many people of different races and cultures.

Read on to find out more about the Romans and one of their most influential pieces of architecture - the Bath House!

Ages 7-11History, Geography & Social Studies
A beautiful view of a ancient building

Maya Civilisation (KS2) Made Easy For Parents

In the KS2 history curriculum, your child may be taught about the Maya civilisation.

As part of their primary school education,  this part of their history lessons seeks to teach children about early non-European societies in comparison to British society at the time (c. 900 AD). These other societies also include Benin in Western Africa and early Islamic civilisations.

Not too sure where to start? Well, we'll cover everything related to the Maya that your child in KS2 may need to know, from who and when they lived to their society, culture and advancements made by the Ancient Maya. So what are you waiting for? Read on to discover more about the fascinating history of the Maya.

Ages 7-11History, Geography & Social Studies
Young girl playing an electric guitar.

What Is Sound? (KS2)

Sounds are being made all around us all the time.

Whether it be music from your favourite singer, a fire engine siren or even a bell ringing, the things that we hear just like these noises are different sounds.

If you're not too sure how to explain what sound exactly is, or maybe your child has started to learn about it in science lessons at school but they just need a bit more help understanding we can help.

We'll cover all the key things you need to know related to sound. Ready to listen up?

Ages 0-99Math & Science
Girl reading in tent

Story Time Stars: 11 Celebrities And More Reading To Your Family During Lockdown

According to a survey by The Reading Agency, 31% of people in the UK are reading more during lockdown than ever before.

Part of a growing trend, well-known celebrities from Daniel Radcliffe to Michelle Obama are taking part by reading books aloud, making storytime all the more enjoyable.

Read on to find out more!

Ages 0-99Books & Reading
The Bayeux tapestry Depicting the Battle of Hastings to help kids

The Battle Of Hastings For Kids

What have you heard about the legendary Battle of Hastings?

Do you know your Anglo Saxon from your Norman? Have you learnt all about the legendary Bayeux Tapestry? You might already know what some of these things are from history lessons in school, but if you're not too sure and your kids are learning about this topic, don't worry!

We'll be covering all the key points about the Battle of Hastings, what happened during the battle and who was victorious in the end. Read on to discover all you need to know...
 

Ages 7-11History, Geography & Social Studies
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