Horrible Histories - songs

Here in the UK there is a fabulous children's TV program (and books by Terry Deary) called "Horrible Histories". It's how you wish your history lessons were when you were at school - with all the gory, yukky bits and lots of humour.

The program by the BBC has as many adult fans as children, and includes some fabulous songs which teach history. Here are a few of my favourite: Enjoy!

The Tudors (don't mess with them!):

English Civil War (explained in the style of West Side Story):

Charles II brings back the English Monarchy and loves a party (in the style of Eminem):

The 4 King Georges (in the style of a Boy-band):

Richard III sets the record straight against all that Tudor propaganda in this lovely ballad:

Finally, want to learn 1000 years of Kings and Queens of England since William the Conquer:

There are plenty others available to view, and the first two series are available on Amazon as a DVD.

Which was your favourite?

Jenna

Jenna Dawlish is the author of the Victorian novels: Love Engineered and Sprig of Thyme.

www.jennadawlish.com