Viking Houses

From longhouses to log cabins, turf houses to farm buildings, the Vikings constructed a variety of houses that were adapted to different environmental and social circumstances. This Powerpoint presentation supports the teaching of the NSW History syllabus for the Australian Curriculum
Stage 4
Depth Study 4 - The Western and Islamic World
4a - The Vikings
This is an excellent presentation that covers construction, urban and rural living, rooms within houses, roles of members of the family, furniture and decorations. There are some tried and tested differentiated and extension activities in the last slides that make the presentation appropriate to students in Gifted and Talented and regular mixed-ability classes. The presentation and activities can be adapted to specialist classes such as classes for students with Emotional Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Autism and Behaviour Disorders.