Great Plague Value Box

The Great Plague Value Box is a fantastic collection of artefacts that allows students to explore and understand the impact of the Great Plague of 1665. This box offers a hands-on way for children to learn about the devastating epidemic and imagine what life was like during this difficult time in British history.

Product Features:

• Reproduction Plague Mask: A detailed replica of the iconic beaked mask worn by plague doctors during the 17th century to protect themselves from the "miasma" or poisonous air they believed caused the plague.
• Plague Bell: A small reproduction of the bells used to alert the public to a house under quarantine, signalling a potentially infected area.
• Replica Plague Coin: A coin replica that reflects the economic conditions and hardships during the Plague, when many people died or fled the cities.
• Plague Doctor's Tools: A small set of miniature tools that were used by physicians during the Plague for diagnosing and treating victims.
• Wooden Medicine Spoon: A reproduction of a traditional medicine spoon used during the Plague to administer various remedies.
• A1 Plague Map: A map of London during the time of the Great Plague, showing how the disease spread across the city.
• Timeline Cards: A set of informative timeline cards that chart the key events of the Great Plague and provide a clearer understanding of the epidemic's progress.
• Teachers' Notes: Helpful notes and activity suggestions for teachers to incorporate the artefacts into lessons and engage students in learning about this period of history.

Educational Benefits:

• Understanding the Plague: Students will gain insight into the social and medical challenges faced during the Great Plague.
• Historical Engagement: Hands-on learning helps students connect more deeply with the past, encouraging empathy and understanding of the experiences of people during the Plague.
• Cross-Curricular Learning: This box is perfect for history lessons, as well as science, geography, and even art as students create their own Plague-era artefacts.

Perfect For:

• Classrooms: A great way to bring history to life and create a memorable learning experience for students studying the Great Plague.
• Home Educators: Ideal for home-schooling families to enrich their curriculum with interactive, tactile learning.
• Museums & History Centres: A valuable tool for educating the public about the history of epidemics and the effects of the Great Plague.

The Great Plague Value Box offers a powerful, engaging way to explore one of the most tragic events in British history, allowing students to experience life in 1665 and learn about the challenges faced by those who lived through the epidemic.