What was the experience of enslaved people? [Concept: Evidence]

Experiences of Slavery in the 18th Century

A four-part series of lessons towards the enquiry question: “Expansion of Slavery - The Triangular Trade

A five-part series of lessons towards the enquiry question: “What was the experience of enslaved peoiple during the 18th Century” [Concept: Evidence]

What will you get?

Four lessons:

1. The Middle Passage
2. Slave Societies
3. Resisting Slavery
4. Source Utility - “What was the experience…?”

Each lesson in this bundle builds students’ understanding of a core aspect of life in slavery, and engages them consistently with historical sources. This enables them to confidently analyse the utility of a source in Lesson #4, which can be used as an assessed or extended piece of writing.

All lessons are fully resourced and scaffolded for a range of abilities.

Note: In line with recent guidance, these lessons ensure that students frequently encounter historically marginalised voices. Sources have been chosen carefully in order to give students the fullest understanding, though may include sensitive language / imagery. Pre-checking slides is strongly advised in order to prepare for this.