Learning at the British Library

The British Library offers an exciting programme of workshops, activities and resources for teachers and learners of all ages. Explore a wealth of source material online or plan a visit.

Language & Literature

Language and Literature

Explore literary treasures, everyday ephemera, and the complex history of the English language, with unique texts from the British Library.
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History

History and Citizenship

From medieval pattern books to Punk Rock fanzines, these resources cover a fascinating range of historical, social and cultural topics.
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Citizenship

Citizenship

From debates about our rights and responsibilities to tips on running a successful campaign, explore our interactive Citizenship resources.
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Arts & Images

Art & Images

From the beautiful to the bizarre, explore the many ways in which visual images communicate ideas.
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Culture & Knowledge

Culture & Knowledge

Think about truth, lies and libraries, and examine images, stories and ideas from around the world.
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Creative research

Creative Research

See how artists and writers have engaged with the collection in imaginative and creative ways.
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Visits & Workshops

Teachers' area

Find out about free workshops, tours and activities for learning groups and families.
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Learning news

Evolving English: One Language, Many Voices

Evolving English: One Language, Many Voices explores the English language in all its national and international diversity.

History Timeline wins Innovation Award

Timelines: Sources from History has been announced winner of the Innovation Award at the 2010 Museums & Heritage Awards.