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Playtime at the Palace

Explore Hampton Court Palace using Makaton

About this learning resource

Format: Video

Join the Sensory Squad as they head to Hampton Court for Playtime at the Palace!

This episode from Head2Head Sensory Theatre explores Henry VIII's famous palace with songs, Makaton signing, crafts and sensory activities.

Use this video to join in the fun from where you are watching or help plan your own visit to Hampton Court Palace.

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Resource Information

Key Stage

  • SEND

Subjects

  • History

Topic

  • Tudors

Type

  • Before you visit
  • Videos

Palace

  • Hampton Court Palace

Video Transcript of Playtime at the Palaces

Follow along with an interactive transcript of Playtime at the Palaces on YouTube. A link to open the transcript can be found in the description. 

a pink and blue logo showcasing head 2 head sensory theatre

This video has been created by Head2Head Sensory Theatre, a charity that provides multi-sensory theatre experiences for individuals of all abilities. 

Contains a visual story, document and Widgit symbol sheet for a visit to the Georgian rooms at Hampton Court Palace.

Key Stage

  • SEND

Subject

  • History
  • Art & Design

Topic

  • Georgians

Contains a visual story, support notes and Widgit symbol sheet for a visit to the Tudor kitchens at Hampton Court Palace.

Key Stage

  • SEND

Subject

  • History

Topic

  • Tudors

This story Elizabeth Tudor focuses on the events of Elizabeth I’s childhood before she became queen, including the loss of her mother at the age of two. Wordless Stories are completely text-free, illustrated narratives created for young people aged 12–19.

Key Stage

  • KS3 (age 11-14)
  • KS4 (age 15-16)
  • KS5 (age 16+)
  • SEND

Subject

  • English
  • History
  • PSHE

Topic

  • Elizabethans
  • Tudors