Anglo-Saxons #01: Invasion & Settlement of Britain (Complete Lesson Bundle!)

ake your students on a comprehensive journey through early medieval Britain with the Anglo-Saxons #01: Invasion & Settlement of Britain (Complete Lesson Bundle!). This bundle contains everything you need to deliver an engaging and informative lesson on the Anglo-Saxon invasion and settlement of Britain. As part of the first lesson in the Knowledge Nexus Anglo-Saxons topic, this complete package includes a detailed lesson plan, a visually rich PowerPoint presentation, and an interactive kingdom map worksheet—perfect for teaching students aged 7-11 about the transition from Roman to Anglo-Saxon Britain.

Whether you’re delivering the full Anglo-Saxon topic or teaching this as a standalone lesson, this bundle provides everything required to captivate students and deepen their understanding of this key historical period.

Key Features

• Complete Lesson Package: Includes a comprehensive lesson plan, a visually engaging PowerPoint presentation, and a map-based worksheet to reinforce key learning objectives.
• Engaging and Interactive: Designed to promote critical thinking and active learning, the bundle encourages students to explore the Anglo-Saxon invasion, identify key kingdoms, and trace modern place names back to their origins.
• Well-Researched Content: The PowerPoint comes with detailed slide notes, providing teachers with extra context and insight to deliver a truly informative and engaging lesson.
• Standalone or Part of a Series: This lesson can be taught independently or as the first in a series on the Anglo-Saxons, fitting seamlessly into a broader history curriculum.

What’s Included?

• Lesson Plan: A detailed, step-by-step guide with learning objectives, engaging starter activities, main tasks, and a plenary to consolidate learning. Includes I Can statements aligned with the lesson content.
• PowerPoint Presentation: A visually appealing slideshow that covers the Anglo-Saxon invasion and settlement, the key kingdoms, and the influence of Anglo-Saxon place names on modern Britain. Includes well-researched slide notes for an in-depth teaching experience.
• Kingdom Map Worksheet: An interactive map activity where students color in Anglo-Saxon kingdoms and solve clues to identify modern-day towns with Anglo-Saxon roots. Perfect for reinforcing geographical and historical learning.

How to Use
This Complete Lesson Bundle is designed to provide an engaging, multi-faceted learning experience. Start with the PowerPoint presentation to introduce the Anglo-Saxon invasion and its impact on Britain, using the lesson plan to guide you through activities and discussions. Finish with the kingdom map worksheet to help students connect the lesson content to modern-day British geography. The lesson concludes with a reflection and review activity, making sure that students leave with a strong understanding of the Anglo-Saxon influence on British history.

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