History (Primary)
KS1 and KS2 Ages 5-11
A range of educational resources exploring the beginning of The Salvation Army, the founders William and Catherine Booth, and life during the Victorian times.
William Booth Book
KS2 Ages 7-11
Find out about William Booth, the founder of The Salvation Army.
Catherine Booth Book
KS2 Ages 7-11
Find out about Catherine Booth, the founder of The Salvation Army.
I'll Fight Poster
A3 poster inspired by William Booth’s ‘I’ll fight’ speech.
William and Catherine Booth Resources
Contact us if you would like to order any resources: William and Catherine booklet (£0.30) A3 poster (free) p&p not included
Resources for assemblies and talks focussing on the early days of The Salvation Army.
How did The Salvation Army begin?
How Did The Salvation Army Begin? Script
A talk introducing the early days of The Salvation Army.
How Did The Salvation Army Begin? Presentation
A talk introducing the early days of The Salvation Army.
Past and present
Past And Present Assembly
An assembly comparing what The Salvation Army did during Victorian times and what they do today.
Past And Present Presentation
An assembly comparing what The Salvation Army did during Victorian times and what they do today.
Fight for the flag
Fight For The Flag Presentation
A story from The Salvation Army's early history about opposition and standing up for what you believe.
KS1 Ages 5-8
These bright colourful cartoon graphics will appeal to younger children - and older!
William and Catherine Booth and The Salvation Army Script
Telling the story of how The Salvation Army started to younger pupils.
William and Catherine Booth and The Salvation Army Presentation
Telling the story of how The Salvation Army started to younger pupils.
KS2 Ages 7-11
A lesson exploring the co-founder of The Salvation Army. Why did William Booth devote his life to helping others? Investigate the key turning points in his life. This can be linked with the learning objective 'impact of religious faith on a person’.
Exploring William Booth Lesson Plan
A lesson exploring the key events in William Booth’s life.
Exploring William Booth Presentation
A lesson exploring the key events in William Booth’s life.
Exploring William Booth Resource Sheet A Hats
Three paper hats, symbolising three stages of William Booth’s life.
Exploring William Booth Resource Sheet B Turning Point Cards
Explore the turning points in William Booth’s life.
Exploring William Booth Resource Sheet C Arrows
Write about the most important turning point.
Exploring William Booth Resource Sheet D Timeline Cards With Pictures
Additional idea: Order key events activity sheet.
Exploring William Booth Resource Sheet D Timeline Cards With Text Only And Answer Sheet
Additional idea: Order key events activity sheet – text only.
KS2 Ages 7-11
A lesson investigating how The Salvation Army helped people in Victorian times, based around quotes from William Booth. This can also be linked to the learning objective ‘Faith in Action’.
William Booth And The Salvation Army Lesson Plan
A lesson investigating the ways Victorian people were helped by The Salvation Army.
William Booth And The Salvation Army Presentation
A lesson investigating the ways Victorian people were helped by The Salvation Army.
William Booth And The Salvation Army Resource Sheet A Hats
Three paper hats, linked to William Booth/Victorian times.
William Booth And The Salvation Army Resource Sheet B Slap Quiz
Test their knowledge with these questions for a slap quiz.
William Booth And The Salvation Army Resource Sheet C Past And Present
Match the images, comparing past and present work of The Salvation Army.
William Booth And The Salvation Army Resource Sheet D Quotes
Three quotes from William Booth.
William Booth And The Salvation Army Resource Sheet E William Booth Speeches
Explore William Booth’s ‘I’ll fight’ speech.
KS2 Ages 7-11
Lessons exploring the co-founder of The Salvation Army.
Who was Catherine Booth?
Who Was Catherine Booth? Lesson Plan
A lesson investigating Catherine Booth, based on her actions.
Who Was Catherine Booth? Presentation
A lesson investigating Catherine Booth, based on her actions.
Who Was Catherine Booth? CB 1A Young Catherine's Challenges
Explore some of the situations Catherine faced as a girl.
Who Was Catherine Booth? CB 1B Catherine's Diary
Create Catherine’s diary.
Catherine Booth for today?
Catherine Booth For Today? Lesson Plan
Find out how Catherine Booth’s story can inspire people today.
Catherine Booth For Today? Presentation
Find out how Catherine Booth’s story can inspire people today.
Catherine Booth For Today? CB 2A Bonnet Template
Make a bonnet as a prop for the starter activity.
Catherine Booth For Today? CB 2B Fact Cards
Categorise Catherine Booth’s actions.
Catherine Booth For Today? CB 2C Drawing Challenge
Where do people feel restricted in today’s society?
Catherine Booth For Today? CB 2D Personal Challenge Bookmark
Complete the bookmark to keep as a personal challenge.
Additional ideas
Exploring Catherine Booth Additional Ideas
Explore more about Catherine Booth with these curricular links suggestions.
Exploring Catherine Booth Additional Idea Catherine Speaks Out
Imagine what Catherine is saying.
KS2 Ages 7-11
Be a Victorian detective! Look for clues about Victorian life and the beginnings of The Salvation Army in Britain based on a series of photographs.
Victorian Photo Collection A Farthing Breakfast
Investigate the lives of Victorian children – with a focus on poverty.
Victorian Photo Collection B Matchbox Factory
Investigate Victorian working conditions – with a focus on match girls.
Victorian Photo Collection B Phossy Phacts Pupil Booklet
Read match girl Bessie’s diary, to find out about her life and how things got brighter for her.
Victorian Photo Collection C Houses
Investigate Victorian homes – with a focus on health and hygiene.
Victorian Photo Collection D William Booth
Investigate the life of the founder of The Salvation Army and a background into how The Salvation Army started.
Victorian Photo Collection D Getting To Know William Booth
An insight into the life and work of William Booth.
Primary Pupils Fact Files
An engaging way for pupils to explore more about the beginning of The Salvation Army and William Booth. Includes facts, news articles, photos and puzzles. Use for independent learning, group research or as posters.
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