This great card sort is designed to get students to understand why the US Government changed its policies towards Native Americans over the period 1834 - 1851. It is suitable for the full range of ability and works alongside with any mainstream text book or video on this topic. When you purchase this resource you will be able to download two single page documents, the first includes the card sort activity, the second the answers. In the first stage of the activity, students match the actions of the US Government with their impact or consequences. In the second stage, they can then reorganise them into their chronological order. The end result is a summary is a great revision guide on how the US Government policies changed towards the Native Americans. Once students have stuck the cards into their books, they can then feedback to a class discussion on which key event was the turning point in the attitude of the government towards the Native Americans living on the Great Plains. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: GCSE American West Know: What were the different policies of the US Government towards the Native Americans in the period 1834 - 1851? Understand: What consequences did these policies have on the Native Americans? Evaluate: Which was the most significant? WILF - What Am I Looking For? Identify & Decribe: US Policies towards the Native Americans 1834 - 1851 Explain: What consequences did these policies have on the Native Americans? Analysis: Which were the most significant? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Twitter, Google Plus, YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy

This fun and interactive card sort allows students to explore the the complex issue of whether criminals should be granted early release from prison. Each card presents different perspectives, facts, and current references from UK media, allowing users to engage in thoughtful discussion and analysis on whether prison protects society from crime . The cards are organized under two main headings of which aims to get students to evaluate the pros and cons of early releasing prisoners. When you purchase this lesson, you will be able to download a 19 slide PowerPoint Presentation and a single page Word document with 16 information cards and two headings. The PowerPoint contains aims, objectives, information slides and video links to help set the context for the debate and then facilitate the card sort and the follow up consolidation exercises. Once complete, students can jump to the continuum exercise in the plenary or use the templates and writing frame to write a persuasive speech either for or against and then peer assess each others work. Both documents have also been unloaded as PDFs. Please see the detail preview for more information. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Crime and Punishment Know: How are people supported in prison? Understand: What are the pros and cons of early releasing convicted criminals? Evaluate: Does prison protect society from crime in the UK? Skills: SMSC, Oracy, Cause, Consequence & Collaboration WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: How are people supported in prison? Can You Explain: What are the pro and con of early releasing prisoners? Can You Evaluate: Does prison protect society from crime in the UK? If you like these resources, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

This thought provocative resource aims to help students assess whether prison sentences work by looking at the experiences in the UK. This is a controversial subject with people from all sides advocating different solutions from longer sentences to rehabilitate prisoners to alternatives sentences based in the community. This card sort can be used with a range of abilities and has never failed to get my students excited, engaged, whilst improving their understanding of this difficult topic. The main activity involves getting students to cut out the cards in lesson, organize them into their most persuasive order under the two main headings and then sick them into their books. Once students have fed back their results to a class discussion, they can then have a go at the extended writing activity. Alternatively, they can create a key and then sort through the cards and then stick the sheet into their book or you could cut out the cards and place them into an envelope for them to sort prior to a discussion on the topic. This is a great resource that can be easily adapted to suit your classroom and expectations. When you purchase this resource, you will be able to download 19 slide PowerPoint which is designed to help facilitate the card sort which is in a separate single page Microsoft Word document. The Word document includes a learning objective, instructions, two headings cards labeled ‘Pros / Advantages’ and ‘Cons / Disadvantages’ as well as sixteen information cards to be sorted. . The PowerPoint contains aims, objectives, information slides, templates, tasks and activities to support the card sort. These are both fully editable documents which can be customized if necessary to suit your students. I have also uploaded them as PDFs. Once students have completed the main task, they then have the option of writing the script for a speech expressing their own point of view on the subject. The aims of this lesson / activity are: Theme: Crime and Punishment Know: How are people supported in prison? Understand: What are the advantages and disadvantages or sending people to prison? Evaluate: Does prison protect society from crime? WILF - What am I Looking For? Identify and describe - How are people treated in prison? Explain - What are the advantages and disadvantages or sending people to prison? Analyze - Does prison protect society from crime? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Twitter, Google Plus, YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy

The ethics and morality of torture is a controversial subject which is at the heart of American values. It is proscribed by the Geneva convention and it is illegal to submit evidence to a court that has been gained through torture. However, the war on terror has placed many of our service men and women in very difficult circumstances where they have had to make decisions which have been questioned by human rights groups. Should the state ever use torture in order to protect the public safety of its citizens against terrorism? This outstanding resource has been tried and tested in the classroom over many years and aims to help students understand some of the arguments for and against the use of torture. It can be used as a starter, plenary or main activity to accompany any main stream text book or resource on this topic. The nature of the task means that it appeals to the full range of ability. However, this is a topic which should ideally be delivered by a subject specialists and covered by older students at KS4 or KS5. The main activity involves getting students to cut out the cards in lesson, organize them into their most persuasive order under the two main headings and then sick them into their books. Once students have fed back their results to a class discussion, they can then have a go at the extended writing activity. Alternatively, they can create a key and then sort through the cards and then stick the sheet into their book or you could cut out the cards and place them into an envelope for them to sort prior to a discussion on the topic. This is a great resource that can be easily adapted to suit your classroom and expectations. When you purchase this resource, you will be able to download a single page Word Document which contains a learning objective, instructions, two heading cards as well as fourteen statements that can sorted. The aims of this lesson / activity are: Theme: Moral Moral philosophy and ethics Know: What is torture and why is outlawed by the Geneva Convention? Understand: What are the arguments for and against using torture? Evaluate: Are there any circumstances in which is acceptable to use torture? WILF - What am I Looking For? Identify and describe - What is torture and why was it outlawed by the Geneva Convention? Explain - the arguments for and against the use of torture? Analyze - Are there any circumstances in which it is acceptable to use torture? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more quality time with the people who matter. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy

Fox hunting has become for many an emotive issue with the views of the countryside and cities diverging other whether the sport is a cruel or natural past time. This resource aims to help students understand some of the key issues and help then come to a balanced conclusion on the morality of fox hunting. It be used alongside any main stream text book or video clip as a starter, mini plenary or a consolidation exercise. When you purchase this resource, you will be able to download a single page Word Document which contains a learning objective, instructions, two heading cards as well as sixteen statements that can sorted to help summarise the arguments for and against the ban being lifted. The aims of this lesson / activity are: Theme: Rights and Responsibilities Know: What is Fox hunting and why was it banned? Understand: What are the arguments for and against lifting the ban on Fox hunting? Evaluate: Should the hunting of all animals be banned or is fox hunting a special case? WILF - What am I Looking For? Identify and describe - What is Fox hunting and why was it banned? Explain - the arguments for and against lifting the ban on fox hunting? Analyse - If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more quality time with the people who matter. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy

The issue about whether or not society should execute convicted murderers is highly controversial. Recent polls still show a lot of popular support for the death penalty but Parliament still opposes its reintroduction. In countries where the death penalty does exist, a large number of those on death row are often people who are foreigners, outsiders or misfits. Black people make up 10% of US society but 30% of those on death row. Could this be due to racist judges and juries? This outstanding resources has been tried and tested in the classroom over many years and aims to help students understand some of the main arguments for and against the death penalty. It can be used as a starter, plenary or main activity to accompany any main stream text book or resource on this topic. The nature of the task means that it appeals to the full range of ability. The main activity involves getting students to cut out the cards in lesson, organize them into their most persuasive order under the two main headings and then sick them into their books. Once students have fed back their results to a class discussion, they can then have a go at the extended writing activity. Alternatively, they can create a key and then sort through the cards and then stick the sheet into their book or you could cut out the cards and place them into an envelope for them to sort prior to a discussion on the topic. This is a great resource that can be easily adapted to suit your classroom and expectations. When you purchase this resource, you will be able to download a single page Word Document which contains a learning objective, instructions, two heading cards as well as sixteen statements that can sorted under them. The aims of this lesson / activity are: Theme: Moral Ethics and Philosophy Know: What is the death penalty? Understand: What are the moral arguments for and against the death penalty? Evaluate: Should society execute convicted murderers? WILF - What am I Looking For? Identify and describe - What is the death penalty? Explain - the moral arguments for and against the death penalty? Analyse - Should society execute convicted murderers? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more quality time with the people who matter. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy

These revision cards cover all the key asepcts that your students will need to revise about Black Civil Rights in the USA from 1950 - 1970 for GCSE. Dingbats are interactive flashcards meticulously crafted to help students concentrate on essential terms and facts, transforming the revision process into a social and enjoyable experience. Say goodbye to solitary studying! With Dingbats, you’ll encourage teamwork and peer assessment, making your learning journey more vibrant and engaging. Regularly using these flashcards, along with the strategies outlined in the accompanying PowerPoint, will significantly enhance your memory skills and foster the crucial connections needed for success while revising the US Black Civil Rights Movement from 1950 to 1970. These flashcards are perfect for starter activities. They can serve as a fun game at the beginning of lessons or as a mini plenary to assess understanding and reinforce learning at the end. Their versatility allows them to be included in revision booklets or printed on cards, making them easily storable in students’ pockets or envelopes. Moreover, students can utilize them independently for effective self-directed revision. Upon downloading this lesson, you’ll gain access to a Word document featuring Dingbats specifically tailored for revising the US Black Civil Rights Movement (1950-1970), along with an 18-slide PowerPoint detailing effective strategies for using these resources. Game 1 involves one player reading key terms while the other guesses the corresponding topic, enhancing memory recall. Game 2 introduces a greater challenge, where players must describe the topic without using any key terms, adding an exciting twist! Other engaging activities, such as Pictionary and Charades, are also included to promote active participation. The session wraps up with strategic advice for conducting a one-minute class talk and tips for creating personalized Dingbats, all supported by suggested homework tasks. Both documents are conveniently available as PDFs, making printing and sharing a breeze. If you find this lesson engaging, consider exploring our other resources on similar topics available in our TES shop. You can also connect with The History Academy on Instagram, X, YouTube, and Facebook for the latest updates and to engage in discussions about how you’ve used this resource or to ask questions. We are committed to producing affordable resources priced comparably to a good cup of coffee, allowing you to dedicate more time to the activities you love. By purchasing our resources, you support our shared values of fairness and integrity, as all our authors receive a living wage. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel, featuring over 600 free videos: @historyacademy. Dive into our playlist on quality-assured video clips about the Black Civil Rights Movement in the USA: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3ZuuiQcfzAe-qNZo5w3Mq6KkhizSAkNZ&si=J6PYwfv1bpvskhLl Enjoy your learning journey! Roy

This outstanding resource is designed to help students analysing the key reasons why it was difficult to maintain law and order in the American West. It is followed up by a thinking skills review triangle activity to help students decide which factor was the most important. Both activities can be used as a revision exercise, starter or plenary and will work along side any main stream text book or resource on the American West. The first resource entitled ‘Card Sort - Why was law and order a problem in the West?’, includes five headings under which the students can sort the rest of the cards. These are political, social, economic, geographical, values and attitudes. The rest of the resource then includes 11 cards which can be matched to the headings. Once the cards have been sorted, the students should then be able to move onto the review triangle activity. This is best done in pairs or groups, with one person from each group feeding back their results onto the IWB and explaining their choice. The results from the review triangle and the card sort can then be used, along with any of your other classroom resources, as a basis for students writing an essay or extended piece of writing on this topic. The aims and objectives for this lesson are: Theme: The American West Know: What were the key reasons why maintaining law & order was difficult? Understand: What roles did social, economic, geographical factors as well as the values and attitudes play of the people at the time, play in making law enforcement difficult? Evaluate: Which was the most important factor? WILF - What Am I Looking For? Identify and describe: what were the main reasons why maintaining law and order was difficult? Explain: What roles did social, economic, geographical, factors as well as the values and attitudes of people at the time, play in making law enforcement difficult? Analyze: Which was the most important factor? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more quality time with the people who matter. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy Kind Regards Roy

This interactive card sort gets students to sort through a series of statements to help them assess the achievements and limitations of the Homestead Act of 1862. It can be used as either starter or plenary for a lesson on this topic and is a great way to activate the learning an appeal to multiple learning styles. I would recommend getting your students to peer and self assess their answers before sticking them into their books. When you purchase this resource you will receive a single page Microsoft Office Word document, which contains instructions, a learning objective, two heading cards and 16 statements on the Homestead Act of 1862. Once students have cut out the statements and sorted them, they can extend their understanding by then sorting the statements on both sides into their order of importance. I usually use this resource in preparation for an extended answer on ‘how far was the Homestead Act a success?’ It can also be used to stimulate a debate on the topic as well. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Aims and Objectives: Theme: The American West Know: What were the terms of the Homestead Act of 1862? Understand: What were the achievements and limitations of the act? Evaluate: How far was the Homestead Act a success? WILF - What Am I Looking For? Identify and describe: What were the terms of the Homestead Act of 1862? Explain: What either the limitations or achievements of the Homestead Act of 1862? Analyse: Come to a balanced judgement on how far the Homestead Act of 1862 was a success? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Twitter, Google Plus, YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy

This card sort gets students to sort through a series of statements to help them assess the achievements and limitations of the Homestead Act of 1862. It can be used as either starter or plenary for a lesson on this topic and is a great way to activate the learning an appeal to multiple learning styles. I would recommend getting your students to peer and self assess their answers before sticking them into their books. When you purchase this resource you will receive a single page Microsoft Office Word document, which contains instructions, a learning objective, two heading cards and 16 statements on the Homestead Act of 1862. Once students have cut out the statements and sorted them, they can extend their understanding by reorganising the statements on both sides into their order of importance. I usually use this resource in preparation for an extended answer on ‘how far was the Homestead Act a success?’ It can also be used to stimulate a debate on the topic as well. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: The American West Know: What were the terms of the Homestead Act of 1862? Understand: What were the achievements and limitations of the act? Evaluate: How far was the Homestead Act a success? WILF - What Am I Looking For? Identify and describe: What were the terms of the Homestead Act of 1862? Explain: What either the limitations or achievements of the Homestead Act of 1862? Analyze: Come to a balanced judgement on how far the Homestead Act of 1862 was a success? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Twitter, Google Plus, YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy

This outstanding resource has been designed to provide stretch and challenge for students analysing the key reasons why it was difficult to maintain law and order in the American West. The key theory underpinning this strategy is that when we rank items, either statements, objects or images, we are required to make explicit the over- arching relationships by which we organise our knowledge and connect our learning. It can be used as a starter, plenary, revision or assessment activity. If you are looking for something more suitable for lower and middle ability then please check out my card sort matching exercise on this topic, which can be downloaded from my TES shop. This resource will easily work alongside any main steam textbook or resource on the American West. The resource includes nine diamond shaped cards which include a range of factors which explain it was difficult to maintain law and order in the American West. The document is provided in Microsoft Word so you can edit the resource if you wish to customise it further by changing any of the key factors that I have included. Once students have cut out the cards out they are set three tasks including: 1. Remove any reasons that you don’t think are important. Record and explain why you have removed them. 2. Arrange the remaining diamonds to show any links that you can find between the different reasons. Record and explain your reasons. 3. Make a smaller diamond shape using the four most important reasons to explain why it was difficult to maintain law and order in the American West. Record and explain the reasons for your choices. At each stage students should be feeding back to their group or the class and explaining their choices. The discussion and explanation around the choices that they have made are critical in helping them develop their thinking skills as well as their understanding of the topic. The aims and objectives for this lesson are: Theme: The American West Know: What were the key reasons why maintaining law & order was difficult? Understand: What roles did social, economic, geographical factors as well as the values and attitudes play of the people at the time, play in making law enforcement difficult? Evaluate: Which was the most important factor? WILF - What Am I Looking For? Identify and describe: what were the main reasons why maintaining law and order was difficult? Explain: What roles did social, economic, geographical, factors as well as the values and attitudes of people at the time, play in making law enforcement difficult? Analyse: Which was the most important factor? Kind Regards Roy

Enhance your students learning experience with this fun and interactive exploration into the historical evolution of policing and the criminal justice system in Britain, starting from its Medieval roots. This dynamic lesson is specifically crafted to engage learners of all levels by offering a variety of extension activities and differentiated tasks that encourage depth and critical thinking. Whether integrated into a broader unit on Medieval society and Henry II or utilized as a standalone lesson in citizenship or law studies, this resource is meticulously designed to enhance students’ cognitive abilities and enrich their comprehension of the progression of law and order in Britain. When you purchase this lesson you will be able to download a 41 slide PowerPoint Presentation, a 6 page worksheet as well as copies of both saved as PDF files. The PowerPoint contains aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, starters, plenaries, information slides, links to video clips, historical sources, templates, writing frames, word searches, heads and tails, missing word and extended writing tasks and activities. We have thrown the book at this important topic to make sure that there is something for everyone in a format that you can easily customise for your students. Please see the detailed preview for more information. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval Society Know: How crimes were detected and criminals punished in Medieval times? Understand: Why trial by jury was fairer than trial by ordeal? Evaluate: Why Medieval justice was harsh? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence, Citizenship WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: How crimes were detected and criminals punished in Medieval times? Can You Explain: Why Henry II reformed the judicial system? Can You Evaluate: Why Medieval punishments were harsh on criminals? If you like this resource, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop, such as life in a Medieval town. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

Dive into an immersive journey through Medieval law and order with this dynamic gather and share lesson. Investigate the roots of our contemporary criminal justice system while uncovering the motivations behind the fear of breaking the law in Medieval times. This adaptable lesson is suitable for students of all ability levels, offering enriching extension activities for advanced learners and tailored tasks to support and challenge every student. Whether integrated into a Medieval society curriculum or utilized independently for citizenship or law studies, this resource guarantees a rewarding educational experience for all. Designed to promote active engagement, collaboration, and movement, this lesson encourages students to step out of their seats, interact, and share insights When you purchase this lesson, you will be able to download a 34 side PowerPoint Presentation, that has also been uploaded as a PDF should you want to upload it to your schools virtual learning environment. The PowerPoint contains aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, starters, plenaries, information slides, historical sources, writing frames and templates to help your students make appropriate notes. We have also included a heads and tails activitiy for foundation students and a Venn diagram activtity with appropriate video clip for your more able students. Please see the detailed preview for more information. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval Society Know: How were crimes investigated and punished? Understand: Why trial by jury was fairer than trial by ordeal? Analyse: Why were Medieval people afraid of breaking the law? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence, Citizenship WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: How were criminals caught, investigated and punished? Can You Explain: Why trial by jury was fairer than trial by ordeal? Can You Evaluate: Why Medieval people were afraid of breaking the law? If you like this resource, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop, such as life in a Medieval town. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

This excellent little card sort exercise is designed to help students test their understanding of the different types of crime that people suffered in the American West. It can also be used as a starter or plenary and is suitable for the full range of ability. When you purchase this resources you will receive a single sheet A4 resource with eight heading cards and statements which need to be cut out and matched together. This resource is provided in Microsoft Word so it can be easily customized for your students if necessary. I usually keep a class set of these in envelops for my students to sort, but the instructions on the sheet allow for students to cut them out and stick then into their exercise books. The aims and objectives for this lesson are: Theme: The American West Know: What different types of crime faced settlers in the West? Understand: Why were some crimes more serious than others? Evaluate: Why do historians disagree about the number of people killed? WILF: What Am I Looking For? Identify & describe: What different types of crime faced settlers in the West? Explain: Why were some crimes treated more serious than others? Analyze: Why do historians disagree about the number of people killed in the ‘Wild’ West? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Twitter, Google Plus, YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy