Introduction
Mrs Mahoney was the wife of the museum caretaker in the 1850s, who was sacked for embezzling money. The Mahoney family lived in the museum cellar and had to leave their home.
The class will have the chance to meet Mrs Mahoney who shares her sad story in costume and character. The story is illustrated through many historic objects. The children will see her trunk of things she is packing, which will show the difference between her way of life and theirs and how technology has moved on and developed.
Target Age Yr 1 – 2
Length of session 1 hour.
Area of Learning:
Humanities
What Matters Statements:
Enquiry, exploration and investigation inspire curiosity about the world, its past, present and future.
Events and human experience are complex, and are perceived, interpreted and represented in different ways.
Human societies are complex and diverse, and shaped by human actions and beliefs.
Informed, self-aware citizens engage with the challenges and opportunities that face humanity, and are able to take considered and ethical action.
Cross Curricular Skills:
Creativity and Innovation
