This pack contains 5 different sections exploring an aspect of carnival, and each with a craft activity to do. 

Be inspired to create your own carnival character, whether on paper or brought to life.

Research the history of the streets and buildings along the carnival route of your town or city.

Find out what archives are and how you can use the carnival archive to discover more about different times and places.

Use this kit and images in the archive to elicit memories of carnivals that you have seen or been a part of.

Use this reading guide to help you explore  'After the Dance: a walk through carnival in Jacmel, Haiti'.

See how one Home Education group explored carnivals and the archive, and how you can too.

This resource shows the movement of people into and out of Southend Council.

The Changing Roles of Women in Carnival look at women's involvement in carnival over the years.

The local history film shows places of interest along Southend Carnival route.

A history of Jazz Dance in carnival