7th lesson in the French Revolution scheme of work -begins with key words and asks pupils to judge what they think of Napoleon based on his painting. What does he want people to think of him? -Task to introduce his background -card sort which will ask pupils to judge whether each piece of information suggests Napoleon was a ‘saviour’ or ‘tyrant’ (both of these words are the key word list. There is a HA and LA version of this card sort. A final summary statement, asking pupils to use evidence from the card sort to support their view, and add an explanation (PEE/PEA)

6th lesson in the scheme of work, looking at The Terror. Lesson begins with ‘Empty Chairs and Empty Tables’ from les Mis - what direction does this make the revolution appear to be going in? There is also then a reference sheet to stick in with the key groups/some key names as a learning aid, and a short video introducing The Terror. There is a living graph timeline activity to track how extreme the events were, followed by a source activity asking HOW and WHY the interpretations differ (these match the AQA GGSE History style questions - good preparation). This could make a good homework activity. Plenary asks pupils to discuss whether or not the Terror was actually neccessary.

5th lesson in this scheme of work. This lesson starts with a word search to go back over key terms. It then tracks the events of the revolution 1789-1793, plotting events in a flow diagram, before a task which requires students to explain WHY specific events led to a more extreme revolution. It finishes with a homework task on Robespierre. This lesson requires the Hodder History ‘The French Revolution’ text book. If you don’t have it, there are scans of only the specific pages needed. These are NOT included in the price of lesson.

4th lesson in this scheme of work. This lesson focuses on historical interpretation, asking ‘does history have it right?’ There is a short video to get information about the storming. Students must then compare details given for the storming based on accounts by the rioters, and historians, looking for differences in the stories and assessing why that might be the case. There is a good scope here for discussion on differing accounts, utility and reliability. There is then a writing frame for students to assess which account they believe is the most/least accurate and why.

3rd lesson in this scheme of work on The French Revolution This lesson instroduces the main revolutionary groups (Sans Cullotes, Moderates and Peasants), looking at what they wanted from the revolution and exploring why those wants might be different. There is good scope for discussion on why not everyone in a revolution wants the same thing, and why that might be problematic for the revolution. There is also a source activity focusing on Tallrand, exploring why some nobility might also have supported the revolution.

2nd lesson in the French Revolution scheme of work. This lesson introduces details about the Estate System, the long, short and trigger causes of revolution, and the Tennis Court Oath, using the painting by Jacques-Louis David as teaching aide.

1st lesson in the French Revolution scheme of work - a nice mixture of tasks including some songs/videos. Introduces some initial key words, including what exactly a revolution is. Uses ‘Can you hear the people sing?’ from les Mis and ‘La Marseillaise’ as a good way to introduce some concepts of why people might want a revolution in France, and which people in particular. ALso features a group discussion on what might drive people to overthrow a government. Tasks then introduce the Ancien Régime and people’s attitudes toward the monarchy to look at frustrations there in. All tasks are well structured with writing frames, and there are instructions in the powerpoint notes.

Lesson 19 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Lesson 7 of 3.2 - Gaining Control of the Localities. This lesson focuses on development of a network of personal relationships by patronage and the granting of lands, titles and positions at Court. Provides a detailed explanation of patronage, as well as an overview of how Henry VII, Henry VIII and Elizabeth I used patronage, those who benefitted, and the problems that arose from the system. There is then scope for students to build on these notes further.

Lesson 18 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Lesson 6 of 3.2 - Gaining Control of the Localities. Lessons gives detailed notes and examples on the growth of poverty through the period, the effect of the dissolution of the monasteries, and the increase of vagrancy and begging. Includes details beyond the textbook. Follows with some questions to focus note taking, which are also perfect for feedback discussions/debate. Uses the Edexcel Pearson textbook.

Lesson 17 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Lesson 5 of 3.2 - Gaining Control of the Localities. This lesson focuses on the answer to the following questions, with specific details in response (many of which go beyond the textbook): How could the monarchy finance itself? What accounted for huge amounts of the Crown’s expenditure? Why was asking Parliament to raise taxes risky? Students then complete notes on the following questions: Taxation before 1513 1513 Subsidy 1525 Amicable Grant Also includes additional links for further reading/research

Lesson 16 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Lesson 4 of 3.2 - Gaining Control of the Localities. Lesson focuses on the history and role of the JPs, with good detail on their role in local government, the influence they could have and as such, what qualified someone to become a JP. Finishes with a timeline task, tracking the evolution/importance of the role of the JPs between the reigns of Henry VII, Henry VIII and the later Tudors. Uses the Edexcel Pearson textbook

Lesson 15 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Lesson 3 of 3.2 - Gaining Control of the Localities. Begins with a fun tasks of attempting to read an original document; highlights the importance of literacy and the growth of literacy during the Tudor period. Looks at the growing number of Grammar/English schools,and Oxbridge, as well as examining illiteracy rates and the trends for women. Very detailed notes with examples beyond the text book. Finishes with some key questions to answer. Uses the Edexcel Pearson textbook.

Lesson 14 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Lesson 2 of 3.2 - Gaining Control of the Localities. Lesson defines what is meant by a ‘borough’, the changes to them and how they relate to MPs. Also discusses their drawbacks (e.g. rotton boroughs). Finishes with tasks from the textbook. Very student led lesson - designed for feedback the following lesson. Uses the Edexcel Pearson textbook.

Lesson 13 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. First lesson of 3.2 - Gaining Control of the Localities. Focuses outside of London, looking at and defining the localities. Gives some background on Wales and North, followed by some questions for students to investigate, and a comparison of the two areas. Lesson also looks in depth at the Law in Wales Acts of 1535 and 1542, and the 1537 re-establishment of the Council of the North. Concludes with some summary discussion questions. Layouts/sheets provided for stuents to use to fill in their notes if desired. Uses the Edexcel Pearson textbook.

Lesson 12 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Lesson outlines a practice essay on the Tudor Church, then sets out guidelines for students to create a game used to help teach, or revise, the topic. It’s up to you how long you give them to do it, but it worked really well for my groups! The key here is focus on SPECIFICS, as well as change over time. Comparrison questions/elements should be encouraged.

Lesson 11 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Defines the key terms of Sovereignty of statute law and Parliamentary Privilege. Contains student led questions, which can simply be written or could be used as team game etc. Summary statements at the end.

Lesson 10 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. This lesson begins with a recap, comparing the 1534 and 1559 religious settlements. The main bulk of the lesson begins with Elizabeth’s ‘Golden Speech’, and then looks backwards at how relations between Elizabeth and her parliament reached that point. It deals with the definition of three key terms; Royal prerogative Parliamentary bill, and Petition. This is then followed by examining three key events; War with Spain; Royal prerogative and monopolies; Parliament of 1601. There are detailed notes.

Lesson 9 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Part of a series of lessons on Tudor Church state relations. This lesson looks largely at the Puritan threat, and a sheet is given to guide student notes. A filled-in version of this is included to aid subsequent class discussion. The final task asks student to compare the 1539 and 1554 settlements. This can be done in class or would make an excellent homework (the next lesson will start with a discussion based on this work)