Easy to follow pack that guides your students through the different plots Elizabeth I faced both at home and abroad. The lesson links exactly to chapter 2.1 in the textbook and covers all the content from that chapter. Textbook is not necessary for the completion of these tasks. With colourful and engaging activities to keep your students enthralled and allow them to discover the Elizabethan era at their own pace. Keyword tasks, exam guides, card-sorts and video crib sheets, allow The Knowledge House to do the planning while you do the teaching. There is no textbook needed for this lesson, just print out the sheets and allow your students to work their way through. Unfinished tasks can be finished for homework. The Knowledge House provide outstanding resources that come in colourful activity sheets that can be glued into students’ books to give a neat and glossy CW book that will be perfect for revision at the end of the topic. Will need 1 double lesson to complete these tasks. Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any queries. Thank you!

Easy to follow pack that guides your students through the reasons why poverty increased in the Elizabethan era and how the government responded. The lesson links exactly to chapter 3.2 in the textbook and covers all the content from that chapter. Textbook is not necessary for the completion of these tasks. With colourful and engaging activities to keep your students enthralled and allow them to discover the Elizabethan era at their own pace. Keyword tasks, exam guides, card-sorts and video crib sheets, allow The Knowledge House to do the planning while you do the teaching. There is no textbook needed for this lesson, just print out the sheets and allow your students to work their way through. Unfinished tasks can be finished for homework. The Knowledge House provide outstanding resources that come in colourful activity sheets that can be glued into students’ books to give a neat and glossy CW book that will be perfect for revision at the end of the topic. Will need 1 double lesson to complete these tasks. Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any queries.

Extensive workbook covering the key figures for Elizabethan England, exam guide, exam structure and a comprehensive list of possible questions that may come up on this topic for Elizabethan England GCSE exam. Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any queries, questions or comments. Brought to you by The Knowledge House. Thank you!

Introduction to Anglo-Saxon England. Examines sources to give students an overview of Anglo-Saxon England. Glossary for the term is also included. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.

Complete lesson that links to Chapter 1.1 of the Edexcel curriculum on Anglo-Saxon and Norman England curriculum: Anglo-Saxon society. 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 Anglo-Saxon social system. There are extension tasks for MABLE and a writing frame that shows students how to answer the ‘Describe two features …’ question. This lesson looks in depth at: the Anglo-Saxon hierarchy the power of the monarchy Anglo-Saxon government the Anglo-Saxon economy the role of the Church. There is also a glossary for students to complete that lists all the keywords in chapter 1. An exam guide on how to answer each question for this paper is also included. Any questions or comments please leave a review or email me on info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk You can find more lessons on Anglo-Saxon and Norman England by following this link: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/anglo-saxon-and-norman-england-c1060-88-11839234 Thank you.

Detailed look at the Anglo-Saxon and Norman armies in advance of the Battle of Hastings. Students will look at the advantages and disadvantages of: knights infantry archers housecarls fyrd. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

End of term assessment that links to the Key Stage 3 series of lessons from The Knowledge House on The Norman Conquest: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/the-norman-conquest-key-stage-3-12191317 The lessons are carefully chosen to match the style, structure and assessment requirements of the 2016 Edexcel and AQA GCSE (9-1) specification. Quesions include: Describe two features… Explain one way in which ‘x’ is similar/different to ‘y’… What can you infer … What is the main difference between Interpretations 1 and 2.

This lesson guides students through Williams attempts to consolidate his control of England in the aftermath of the Battle of Hastings. Students will look at how William did this through: Violence - Harrying of the North Construction of castles. There will also be a series of ‘Describe two features …’ questions, linking to Question 1 on Paper 1 and Question 4 (a) on Paper 2. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

The fourth of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages. This lesson examines the influence of the Church on crime and punishment. Students will examine: The role the Church played in administering trial by ordeal An information sheet with carefully chosen questions that looks at the role of the Church An examination of sanctuary and benefit of clergy. There is an examination question that builds on the skill required to answer Question 3 on Paper 1 - Examine one way in which something is similar/different from something else (4 marks). This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

Lesson 6 of 12 that links to the English Reformation, beginning with Martin Luther and documenting the changes under the various Tudor monarchs. This lesson examines the consequences of the Reformation in England. The two main areas students will research are: Changes under Henry VIII Changes under Edward VI There is also a keyword sheet to introduce students to new words. There are two exam questions linked to Question 3 on Paper 1: ‘Explain one way in which something is similar/different … over two time periods.’ There is a guide to answering this question included. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

The sixth of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages. This lesson examines the background of Thomas Becket and his relationship with King Henry II. Students are introduced to new keywords that arise when studying the relationship between the Church and state. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

The seventh of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages. This lesson examines the tensions that existed between the Church and the state in the 12th century. Students will examine: the different powers that the Church and the state enjoyed in the 12th century the ways in which Thomas Becket and Henry II clashed over Church power. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

Lesson 12 of 12 that links to the English Reformation, beginning with Martin Luther and documenting the changes under the various Tudor monarchs. This lesson examines the reasons for the failure of the Spanish Armada. Students will look in detail at: keywords that arise 16th century galleons the events of the invasion of the Armada reasons for the failure of the Armada This is a long lesson, and could be taught over two classes, with the second lesson concentrating on analysing the significance of the various factors. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

Detailed lesson examining the events surrounding the Battle of Hastings. Students must examine the different stages in the battle and its preparation and determine which side has the advantage at each stage. Students then analyse the main factors for the Norman victory. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

This is a skills-based lesson where students analyse primary sources and historical interpretations. Students will consider why there are different interpretations for the same historical event. There will then be an exam question (3b on Paper 2 from the new Edexcel specification), with guidance on how to answer. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

The second of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages. This lesson examines the roles played by priests and religious orders. Included are worksheets on: A matching exercise for keywords for this lesson. A list of five of the seven sacraments and the role of medieval priest The role of six religious orders/monastic houses. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. This lesson includes an ‘Explain one way in which something is similar/different than …’ type question, linking to Question 3 on Paper 1 (Crime and Punishment, Medicine, Warfare). Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

Lesson 10 of 12 that links to the English Reformation, beginning with Martin Luther and documenting the changes under the various Tudor monarchs. This lesson examines the reasons for the execution for Mary, Queen of Scots. Students will look in detail at: the threats Elizabeth faced from Catholics, Spain and Mary and the links between each the three main plots that Elizabeth faced the options Elizabeth had with regard to dealing with Mary There is an exam question linked to: Question 1 on Paper 1 - Describe two features Question 4a on Paper 2 - Describe two features This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

Lesson 9 of 12 that links to the English Reformation, beginning with Martin Luther and documenting the changes under the various Tudor monarchs. This lesson examines the success, or otherwise, of the Elizabethan religious settlement. Students will look in detail at: the impact of the religious settlement Protestant and Catholic responses to the religious settlement historical interpretations linked to the religious settlement There is an examination question linked to: Question 3b on Paper 3 - What is the main difference between Interpretations 1 and 2 about … This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

Lesson 1 of 12 that links to the English Reformation, beginning with Martin Luther and documenting the changes under the various Tudor monarchs. This lesson examines the Catholic Church in the 16th century and the problems many people started to have with the Church, leading to the Reformation. The main areas students will research are: Revision looking back at the role of the Catholic Church in the Middle Ages Criticisms of the Catholic Church, including indulgences There is also a keyword sheet to introduce students to new words. There is an exam question and structure linked to ‘Describe two features …’ There is a guide to answering this question included. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk

Lesson 4 of 12 that links to the English Reformation, beginning with Martin Luther and documenting the changes under the various Tudor monarchs. This lesson examines the reasons why Henry VIII decided to ‘break from Rome’. The main area of focus for this lesson is on building a 12-mark ‘Explain why …’ question. There is a card-sort to build student knowledge. There is an exam question, structure and model paragraph for students to analyse. There is a guide to answering this question included. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk