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Bring the Vikings to Life with Espresso

Uncover the mysteries of the Vikings

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Bring the Vikings to Life with Espresso

Uncover the mysteries of the Vikings

Level up your Vikings History Lessons

History is more than learning about the past. It challenges children to think critically and ask questions. It teaches them about change. It inspires curiosity. 

Espresso holds an array of lesson presentations, activities, informative videos and extensive image galleries to support your history planning and engage your pupils as they conquer the world of the Vikings.  

Level up your Vikings History Lessons

History is more than learning about the past. It challenges children to think critically and ask questions. It teaches them about change. It inspires curiosity. 

Espresso holds an array of lesson presentations, activities, informative videos and extensive image galleries to support your history planning and engage your pupils as they conquer the world of the Vikings.

The Roche School is one of many primary schools who make use of Espresso's comprehensive curriculum-covering resources

Espresso gives me a library of engaging, subject-specific content which I can easily add to my lessons. The platform has lots of great videos and research articles.”

Charlotte, Director of Studies, The Roche School

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The key to keeping children engaged and interested is to show them how their learning is relevant today. Our ‘History in the News’ section supports you in creating cross-curricular learning experiences from a variety of age-appropriate news stories.

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With videos, poetry, printable resources and music to name a few, Espresso has a plethora of interactive resources to really immerse children in history! From the ‘Jolly Sailor’s Hornpipe’ to a whistling firework, we’re bringing the real-world into the classroom.

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History can be a bit of a minefield, but Espresso has carefully curated a ‘Teacher area’ for each topic. From objectives and assessments to writing opportunities and key vocabulary, they’re here to help you use resources in the most effective and engaging way for you and your class.

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History can feel like a bit of a minefield, but Espresso has a carefully curated ‘Teacher Area’ complete with detailed teacher notes for each topic. From objectives and assessments, to writing opportunities and key vocabulary, they’re here to help you use resources in the most effective and engaging way for you and your class. 

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You’ll never have to trawl the internet again looking for accurate images to show your class. Whether it’s looking at Viking graffiti or unravelling the secrets of Viking treasure, Espresso has everything you need to elevate your lessons, in one place. 

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Our free trials are the perfect way to see what Espresso has to offer you and your school! It takes less than 2 minutes to complete the form and get your logins through. 

Popular Vikings Resources

Here’s a snippet of what you’ll get access to with an Espresso subscription to level up your Vikings content!

Full Video

Who were the Vikings?

Where did the Vikings come from and why did they settle in England?

Video – News

Treasure Reveals Viking Secrets

A discovery in Denmark has helped experts learn more about Norse gods.

Explore the vikings with your primary school class using sandbox

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Explore a Viking Settlement

Use the Sandbox AR app to explore a Viking settlement

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Explore the Past with Your Class