Creative history teaching
From Hey History! by UTS Impact Studios
March 25, 2026 · 29 min · Season 2 · Episode 3
About this episode
This episode explores effective creative teaching methods in history classrooms through insights from experienced teachers.
What actually works when it comes to creative history teaching? In this episode of Hey History Teacher, we go inside real classrooms to find out - from songs and dress-ups to protest reenactments, and even stomping on a cardboard box. You’ll hear from experienced primary and secondary school teachers across Australia sharing practical, classroom-tested ideas that bring history to life, like: using songs to help students remember complex content sharing a colour-coded Scope and Sequence so students can see what’s coming and stay motivated, and simple, low-prep activities. We ask: What does the research say about creativity and learning? How do you balance creativity with curriculum demands? And where do you start if you’re short on time? You’ll hear how creativity helps students: remember complex content engage more deeply with difficult histories and connect emotionally with the past If you’ve ever wondered whether creative teaching is “worth it”, or how to be more creative in class, this episode is for you. Resources, Scope and Sequence, and tipsheet Teach like a pirate by Dave Burgess Tom Appleby, Convict Boy by Jackie French Nanberry: Black Brother White by Jackie French Chad…
People in this episode
Host: UTS Impact Studios
Topics covered
- creative teaching
- history education
- classroom strategies
- engagement
- curriculum balance
Keywords
- creative history teaching
- classroom activities
- engagement strategies
- curriculum demands
- history lessons
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Teach like a pirate, Tom Appleby, Convict Boy, Nanberry: Black Brother White, Ancient Rome song
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