This Kapow pupil video is part of the Kapow Primary History scheme of work. It explores the 1911 Census boycott, a powerful protest by the suffrage movement fighting for women’s right to vote.

Pupils learn about the difference between suffragists and suffragettes, and how Emmeline Pankhurst encouraged women to refuse to be counted in the census as a way to highlight injustice. The video explains how some women hid or spoiled their census forms with powerful messages like “no vote, no census,” showing courage and determination. It also helps pupils understand the legacy of the suffrage movement and how it eventually led to all women gaining the right to vote.

This Kapow pupil video is part of the Kapow Primary History scheme of work. It introduces the 1921 Census as a fascinating historical snapshot of life in Britain just over 100 years ago.

The video explores how the 1921 Census was different from earlier ones, reflecting a country still recovering from war, pandemic, and political unrest. It explains why this census is the most recent available to study, what it reveals about people’s lives and opinions at the time, and how its unusual features – like postponed dates and new questions – offer clues to life in 1920s Britain. Pupils discover how historians use census returns to investigate the past and why censuses are important records of everyday people.

This Kapow pupil video is part of the Kapow History scheme of work. It helps pupils explore the idea of historical significance by listening to two historians, Rebecca and Rosa, as they explain what makes a person or event important in history. They discuss how historians ask questions, look for evidence, and decide what stories are worth telling. Pupils will learn that anyone can be historically significant – from famous leaders to everyday people – depending on the questions being asked. Examples include King Charles and George Floyd, whose lives and actions have had lasting impact. Pupils are encouraged to think critically, ask questions, and use criteria like the “Five Rs” to decide what matters in history.

This Kapow pupil video is part of the Kapow History scheme of work. It explores how global trade has connected people and places throughout history. Pupils learn that goods like silk, spices, and metals were exchanged across continents using ancient trade routes such as the Silk Road, which linked China to the Mediterranean. This trade was not just about goods – people also shared beliefs, languages, and customs, helping cultures to influence one another over time.

The video focuses on the historical importance of Lahore, a city in modern-day Pakistan. During the 19th century, Lahore became a busy trading centre along the Silk Road. Traders from around the world came to buy and sell goods like textiles and metalwork, making Lahore a wealthy and significant city. Pupils will understand how trade helped shape cities, build connections between countries, and contribute to cultural and economic change across history.

This Kapow pupil video is part of the Kapow History scheme of work. It explores how Sikh teachings and leadership helped people stand up against unfair treatment during the time of the Mughal Empire and the founding of the Sikh Empire. Pupils learn how some Mughal rulers tried to force others to change their religion, leading to a difficult time for many communities. Sikh Gurus like Guru Arjan Dev Ji and Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji bravely stood up for the right to choose your own beliefs, even when it meant sacrificing their lives.

The video continues by introducing Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the formation of the Khalsa in 1699. Pupils discover how the Khalsa was created to protect people, stand against injustice and follow the teachings of the Gurus. Later, Maharaja Ranjit Singh led the Sikh Empire using these values. He created a peaceful kingdom where everyone could live freely and follow their own beliefs. His leadership showed how the Sikh values of fairness, courage, and compassion helped create a more equal and respectful society.

This Kapow pupil video is part of the Kapow History scheme of work. It explores the life and leadership of Ranjit Singh, who became the first Maharaja of the Sikh Empire. At a time when Punjab was divided into twelve different Sikh groups called Misls, Ranjit Singh had the vision to unite them. Using clever strategies, strong leadership, and peaceful agreements, he brought them together to create a powerful empire. He was known for his bravery, fairness, and for treating everyone equally, no matter their religion.

Ranjit Singh ruled the Sikh Empire from 1801 until his death in 1839. He made the city of Lahore his capital and turned it into a busy centre for trade, culture and learning. He built a strong army to protect the empire but also worked hard to keep peace across the region. Ranjit Singh’s leadership helped the Sikh Empire grow and become one of the most respected powers in South Asia. His story shows how unity, respect and wise leadership can create lasting change.