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The History Academy's goal is to share best practice at an affordable price so that you can focus on your own priorities. Our resources have been written to a high standard and fine tuned in the classroom. During my 35 years in challenging schools, I have published resources for Heinemann, Pearsons, Hodder, Folens, BBC and Boardworks. If you would like to receive updates, create your own customised bundle or join our team, then contact us via our Facebook or Linkedin pages.

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The History Academy's goal is to share best practice at an affordable price so that you can focus on your own priorities. Our resources have been written to a high standard and fine tuned in the classroom. During my 35 years in challenging schools, I have published resources for Heinemann, Pearsons, Hodder, Folens, BBC and Boardworks. If you would like to receive updates, create your own customised bundle or join our team, then contact us via our Facebook or Linkedin pages.
McCarthyism and the Red Scare 1945 - 1955
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McCarthyism and the Red Scare 1945 - 1955

4 Resources
These bundled resources look at the challenges facing US democracy during the era of the Red Scare and McCarthyism. When you purchase this bundle you will receive a study guide with information, sources and activities on the topic. I’ve also added three outstanding resources, two Diamond 9 activities which look at the respective roles played by both foreign and domestic issues in igniting the Red Scare, as well as my flash / dingbat revisions cards on the topic. This resource bundle contains everything you will need to teach or study this topic with the added bonus that its provided in Microsoft Word so you can customise it further to suit your students. Click on the resources to see a preview and full breakdown of each one. If you like these resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Twitter, Google Plus, YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy
Revision Flash Cards: French Revolution
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Revision Flash Cards: French Revolution

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These revision flash cards cover all the key factors that your students will need to know about the French Revolution (1789 - 1815). Dingbats are interactive flashcards designed to help students focus on essential terms and facts, turning the revision process into a social and enjoyable experience. With Dingbats, you can say goodbye to solitary studying! They encourage teamwork and peer assessment, making the learning experience more engaging. Regular use, combined with the strategies outlined in the accompanying PowerPoint, will enhance memory skills and foster critical connections for exam success. These flashcards are perfect for starter activities, serving as a fun game at the beginning of a lesson or a mini plenary to assess understanding or reinforce learning. Their versatility allows them to be included in revision booklets or printed on cards for easy storage in students’ pockets or envelopes. Additionally, students can use them independently for their own revision. Upon downloading this lesson, you’ll receive a Word document featuring Dingbats for the French Revolution (1789 - 1815), along with an 18-slide PowerPoint detailing effective utilization. Game 1 involves one player reading key words while the other guesses the topic, enhancing memory recall. Game 2 challenges players to describe the topic without using key words, adding an extra level of difficulty. Other entertaining and competitive activities, such as Pictionary and Charades, are also included. The lesson concludes with strategies for conducting a one-minute class talk and tips for creating your own Dingbats, supported by suggested homework tasks. Both documents are available as PDFs for easy printing and sharing. Aims and Objectives: Theme: French Revolution 1789 - 1815 Know: How to use Dingbats and flashcards for revision Understand: Various card games that can be played Evaluate: The effectiveness of these methods for revision Skills: Revision techniques, competition, and collaboration WILF – What Am I Looking For? Describe: How to use Dingbats and flashcards for revision Explain: Different revision techniques applicable with Dingbats Evaluate: The most effective strategies for your learning needs If you enjoy this lesson, consider exploring our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X, YouTube, and Facebook for the latest updates or to engage in discussions about how you’ve used this resource or to ask questions. We strive to create affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee, allowing you more time for what you love. By purchasing our resources, you support our commitment to fair play and decency, as all our authors are compensated with a living wage. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy. Explore our playlist on quality-assured video clips on the French Revolution: Kind Regards Roy
Dynamic Revision: French Revolution Card Games
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Dynamic Revision: French Revolution Card Games

5 Resources
These dynamic card games are designed to help your students revise the French Revolution. We will be adding more to this bundle over the next few weeks so buy it now and get our future updates for free. Topics covered are symbols of the French Revolution, long term causes, did Napoleon betray the French Revolution and our dingbat revision flash card series. For details about each resource, please see the detail descriptions and previews. If you like this lesson, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Check out our playlist on the French Revolution: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3ZuuiQcfzAdOpC6yJiN4DcsqfUbT3PvK&si=Bs-qlUBmEKI9XPFZ Kind Regards Roy