Uncover the incredible life of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, the Yoruba princess who became Queen Victoria’s protégée and goddaughter. This comprehensive PowerPoint and resource pack uses her unique journey to tackle essential KS3 themes of race, empire, and global migration in 19th-century London.

Interactive powerpoint that can be completed independently by students as well as used for whole class instruction.

Key Features:

Source Analysis Mastery: Structured activities guide students through interpreting and evaluating key primary sources (Queen Victoria’s diary, photographs,) to develop skills in utility and reliability.

Thematic Deep Dive: Explore the hidden diversity of Victorian London and challenge traditional narratives of the British Empire.

Differentiated Tasks: Includes an engaging independent research project and creative tasks that cater to different learning styles and abilities.

Focus Skills: Source Utility, Inference, Historical Context, Diversity & Empire