Complete lesson that links to Chapter 1.2 of the Edexcel curriculum on The American West, c1835-c1895, Migration and Early Settlement
There is no textbook necessary for any of these tasks.
This lesson consists of engaging and in-depth student led activities that allows students to investigate the reasons for migration, and the problems associated with both migrating and settling in the West. There are extension tasks for MABLE and a writing frame that shows students how to answer the ‘Explain two consequences’ question.
This lesson looks in depth at:
-push and pull factors that encouraged migration
-the Oregon Trail
-Californian Gold Rush
-the Donner Party
-the Mormon migration
-problems associated with settlement
There is also a guide for an Explain two consequences type exam question with a model answer to guide students.
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The American West, c.1835-c.1895
Complete set of lessons linked to the new Edexcel GCSE specification for The American West. Each lesson has a specific PPT and a series of interactive, engaging and differentiated worksheets that require the students to do the work. That's a total of 9 PPTs, linked to the chapter headings for the Pearson textbook. However, both the Pearson and Hodder textbooks were used when creating these resources. Neither textbook is necessary for these tasks as all content is included. Our lessons are carefully planned to ensure that all relevant content is covered to ensure a level 9 is attainable. Each task has different levels of difficulty, with unfinished tasks a perfect opportunity for feedback or homework. There is a glossary of key terms for students to complete as they progress through the course, along with an exam guide on how to answer questions for Paper 2, Section A. If you have any questions or comments, please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk
The American West, c.1835-c.1895 - Chapter 1 The Early Settlement of the West, c1835-c1862
Complete lesson plan linked to Chapter 1 of the Edexcel specification for The American West. There is a different PPT for each of the three sub-chapters: 1.1 The Plains Indians: their beliefs and way of life. 1.2 Migration and early settlement 1.3 Conflict and tension There are over 20 engaging worksheets that have the students complete the work. Each sheet carries specific guidelines that can be finished for homework or during feedback to ensure you meet the challenging demands of the new content-driven GCSE history exam. Each task is carefully differentiated. There is also a guide explaining how to approach each question for this exam paper. There are three structure sheets showing students how to answer each question on this exam paper by looking at an exam question. Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any questions. Thank you!
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