Educational Resources from the Museum Shop 

Please see the online shop at http://www.iwmshop.org.uk/

Educational Resources from Duxford's Shop

The Museum Shops sells a variety of posters, pens, books, badges etc.  A pre-visit order of goody bags for your class can be arranged for set prices, for quick and easy collection on the day of your visit.  Please contact the Museum Shop directly on 01223 835000 for details.  

Educational Resources from Duxford's Department for Learning

We provide a range of quiz sheets and risk assessment details for you to download from this website.

DVD*

Making the Most of Museums - FREE

Two short films.  The first explores how to use artifacts and everyday items in the classroom.  The second film discusses how to make the most effective use of your museum visit. 

Videos*

Please tick the appropriate box on the Booking Form.  We loan the video to you on receipt of your £5 cheque as a deposit for each video.  When you return the video we give you back your original cheque. We reserve the right to cash cheques should videos not be returned.  Subtitled versions available on request.

History of Duxford Video - £5 deposit
A 14 minute video detailing Duxford's history.  This prepares groups for their visit.  Suitable for secondary pupils and top primary.

Flying Machines - £5 deposit
A 15 minute introduction to the parts of an aeroplane and an explanation of how an aeroplane flies.  Suitable for primary age pupils.  Essential viewing for groups intending to participate in the 'Assembling an Aeroplane' activity and useful for all pupils participating in a Science and Technology activity.

Cheques for the items above are payable to 'Imperial  War Museum Trading Company Limited'.

Leaders notes - AirSpace

To enable you to interpret Duxford's new Exhibiton Hall and Interactives there is a selection of explanatory notes.

A guide to Using the interactive displays in the AirSpace Gallery

To help you with technical information about aircraft download The Non-Specialist Guide to Aircraft at Duxford (.pdf)

Leisure and Tourism Information Pack

Information on Duxford's history, management structure, marketing, customer care and visitor profiles is now available on the website: 

*NEW* Download Information for students studying Leisure/Travel and Tourism (.pdf)

Educational Resources from the 2nd Air Division Memorial Library

An American 2nd Air Division/Fulbright Librarian is available to work with Norfolk schools, providing information on the American presence in East Anglia during 1942-1945.

Telephone: 01603 774747
Email: 2admemorial.lib@norfolk.gov.uk
Website: http://www.2ndair.org.uk/

EFL Classroom Resources

EFL trained Education Staff have developed a stimulating 'hands-on' educational activity to give students the opportunity to extend their English in a museum environment. Free pre and post visit material for use in the classroom, and additional material for use on the site, are available to download.

Map of the Site

A map of the site is sent with your ticket, or there is a downloadable version on the 'How to Book' page. Please photocopy this for your helpers.  Large print versions can be requested on the Booking Form.

Duxford Handbook*

The Duxford Handbook can be purchased on the day from the shop.  However if you prefer it in advance you may order it through the office of the Department for Learning.  Price £3.25 (current at time of going to press) - cheques should be made payable to 'Imperial War Museum'. 

Flights for Educational Parties

Booklists

Recommended reading list includes: the First World War, Second World War, Battle of Britain and the Blitz, Home Front (First and Second World Wars), Wartime Women, Flight/Aeroplanes and Military.

*Order those marked with an asterisk on the Booking Form.