Box 10a Tudor Court: Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon

This box contains costumes based on typical images of Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon seen in contemporary portraits. The costumes can be used in role play activities and are useful as both an introductory resource as well as supporting learning throughout the topic of Henry VIII and his six wives.

Ideal for use with Key Stage 2, years 3 and 4

Key learning objectives

• History: To enable pupils to explore key themes in the study of Tudor Britain by handling replica clothing and taking part in group activities.

Links to unit 7 of the QCA scheme of work: Why did Henry VIII marry six times?

• Speaking and Listening: To encourage pupils to work efficiently as a member of a group using speaking and listening skills.
• Literacy: To Explore the life of Henry VIII and his six wives through studying different resources.
• Citizenship: To understand how rules and laws apply to the lives of people today and in the past.

Links to unit 8 of the QCA scheme of work: How do Rules and Laws affect me?

Box contents

• Costumes include Henry VIII’s doublet and hose and Katherine of Aragon’s Maroon Velvet Dress and Head-dress. An artefact typical of both Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon are also included: Henry’s pewter plate and goblet and Katherine’s silver pomander.
• Resources include books, posters, portraits of Henry and his wives and labels for display