Find out about the pioneers who invented steam locomotives and be inspired by the life of George Stephenson, father of the railways.
How does a steam locomotive work? Who were the 19th-century pioneers who invented them? Find out more about the life of George Stephenson, father of the railways.
This interactive workshop comprises:
STEAM TOUR
Children will be taken on a guided tour of the museum’s fascinating collection of railway exhibits. Children will see an original Stockton & Darlington railway carriage, the original Locomotion No. 1, and the original and replica Sans Pareil. Children studying KS1 will also re-enact the opening day of the Stockton & Darlington Railway, while those studying KS2 will become engineers and build a railway track.
RAILWAY OBJECTS
Children will discover the different people who play a part in running a steam railway and handle a number of different railway objects which may include a fireman’s shovel, a guard’s whistle and a pocket watch. Children will also handle a variety of authentic objects associated with the life of George Stephenson which could include models, books, tools, medals and miners’ lamps.
FOLLOW-ON ACTIVITY FOR CLASS OR AT HOME
BUILD A STEAM ENGINE
Children can cut out and assemble their own steam engine collage. Artwork can be used at school to create a collective display, or taken home.
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