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 1 of 12 that links to the English Civil War, beginning with the role of Parliament and the religious context and ending with the execution of King Charles I. This lesson examines the role of Parliament in the 17th century. Students will look in detail at: keywords that will arise when studying the English Civil War the role of parliament throughout British history 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.

Lesson 11 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 launch of the Spanish Armada in 1588. Students will look in detail at: the Singeing of the King of Spain’s Beard factors that influenced Philip’s decision There is an exam questions linked to the 12-mark Explain why … question that comes up on: Question 2 on Paper 3 Question 4 on Paper 1 Question 2 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.

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.

The eight of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages. This lesson examines the murder of Thomas Becket. Students will examine: historical keywords, such as cause, significance, interpretation the immediate causes and events of the murder of Thomas Becket an 8-mark utility question with guidance on how to approach this question suitable for Year 7 students. 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.

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.

Lesson 8 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 Elizabethan religious settlement. Students will look in detail at: The situation upon Elizabeth’s accession The Act of Uniformity The Act of Supremacy There are four exam questions linked to: Question 3 on Paper 1: ‘Explain one way…’ Question 1 on Paper 1 - Describe two features Question 4a on Paper 2 - Describe two feature Question 1 on Paper 3 - Inference questions. 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 7 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 reign of Mary I and how she attempted to reverse Henry and Edward’s religious changes. Students will: Watch a video and answer questions on the reign of Mary I Create a time-line on the chronology of Mary becoming queen Assess the significance of Mary’s various changes to the Church A source utility question on Mary’s reign. There is an exam question linked to Question 2 Paper 1 and Question 3a Paper 3, How useful are Sources A and B … 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 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 fifth of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages. This lesson examines the effects religion had on medieval ideas. The three main ideas students will research are: Science Medicine Warfare. There is a worksheet that guides students on how to assess the utility of sources. These are key skills that prepare students in how to approach Question 2 (paper 1) and Question 3a (Paper 3). 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.

The third of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages. This lesson examines the role of medieval monasteries. Students will: Annotate a picture of a medieval monastery to identify it’s various buildings Categorise the role of monasteries and answer questions Analyse different historical interpretations on the role of monasteries and answer a 4 mark exam question that links to Question 3b on Paper 3 of the new GCSE 9-1 specification. 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.

The first of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages. This lesson examines the beliefs of Christians. There is a detailed keyword list for students to match, along with worksheets on how medieval Christians aimed to get into heaven and the impact of religion on everyday lives. 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 is a knowledge and skills-based lesson where students draw similarities and differences between two different time periods. Knowledge will focus on change and continuity from the Anglo-Saxons to the Normans, such as lifestyle, religion and the murdrum fine. There will then be an exam question (Question 3 on Paper 1 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.