Overview: Discover the unusual conflict known as the Great Emu War in Western Australia, where the military used machine guns in an attempt to control emu populations that were destroying crops. • Activities: o Video Summary: Students watch a documentary to understand the challenges faced by farmers and the military’s efforts. o Guided Reading: Analyse the strategic failures and the resilience of the emus through various accounts. o Role Play: Reenact parts of the military campaign to understand the difficulties encountered. o Group Discussion: Debate the ethics and effectiveness of using military force in wildlife management.

Overview: Delve into the struggle for Kenyan independence from British colonial rule, marked by the Mau Mau Uprising and the subsequent negotiations leading to independence. Activities: o Source Review: Examine the events of the Mau Mau Uprising and the roles of key figures like Jomo Kenyatta. o Timeline Sorting: Sequence the key events that led to Kenyan independence in 1963. o Deep Dive Writing: Discuss the socio-political changes during the transition from colonial rule to independence.

Overview: Explore the development of the Labor Movement in the United States, focusing on its fight for better working conditions, wages, and rights through unionization and strikes. Activities: o Source Review: Examine the historical context of the Labor Movement with a focus on key figures like Samuel Gompers and events such as the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire. o Timeline Activity: Sequence important milestones in the history of the Labor Movement and their outcomes. o Research and Presentation: Choose a significant figure from the Labor Movement to research and present on, including their strategies and impacts.

Overview: Explore the Interregnum, the period in British history when the monarchy was abolished and Oliver Cromwell ruled as Lord Protector. Activities: o Video Summary: Review Cromwell’s governance and the major reforms implemented during this period. o Timeline Organization: Sort events that outline the changes during the Interregnum, including religious, military, legal, and economic reforms. o Extended Writing: Evaluate Cromwell’s reforms and their impact on British society and governance.

This lesson focuses on Mehmed II, also known as Mehmed the Conqueror, who is renowned for his 1453 conquest of Constantinople, reshaping the Ottoman Empire and the region. The lesson includes differentiated scaffolds and resources to accommodate various learning needs, along with keyword cards to enhance vocabulary and concept retention. Students will engage in a variety of activities: Quiz-Quiz-Trade Activity: Facilitates the review and consolidation of key facts about Mehmed II’s reign and achievements. Source Analysis: Students will watch and discuss a documentary to grasp the broader context of Mehmed II’s strategies and accomplishments. Timeline Activity: This involves constructing a timeline detailing significant events during Mehmed II’s life, enhancing historical chronology understanding. Group Discussion: Focuses on the factors that contributed to Mehmed II’s success, allowing students to debate and evaluate the political, economic, and social influences of his time. These activities, supported by additional scaffolds and resources, are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of Mehmed II’s role in the expansion and cultural development of the Ottoman Empire.

This lesson focuses on Leonardo da Vinci, a quintessential Renaissance polymath known for his groundbreaking work in art, science, and engineering. The lesson includes differentiated scaffolds and resources, along with keyword cards to enhance learning. Students will participate in activities such as: Quiz-Quiz-Trade Activity: Students exchange key facts about da Vinci’s life and contributions, using question cards. Video Analysis: Watching a video on da Vinci’s life, followed by a summary writing task using keywords. Timeline Activity: Organizing major events and achievements of da Vinci’s life on a timeline. Group Discussion: Exploring how various factors like social, political, and individual genius influenced da Vinci’s work. These activities aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of da Vinci’s impact on the Renaissance and beyond.

Overview: Analyse the Battle of the Boyne, a decisive victory for William III over James II, which influenced the religious and political landscape of Ireland and Britain. • Activities: o Relay Activity: Accurately transfer information about the battle using icons and create detailed diagrams. o Guided Reading: Complete a reading session that includes annotating paragraphs and extracting three key facts. o Storyboard Activity: Create a storyboard for a historical documentary, detailing key moments and strategic decisions. o Recap Quiz: Test knowledge on the battle’s date, key leaders, and strategic outcomes.

Overview: Explore the disastrous retreat from Kabul in 1842, one of the worst British military defeats, where a large British and East India Company force was almost entirely annihilated by Afghan tribesmen during the First Anglo-Afghan War. • Activities: o Video Summary: Students analyse a documentary detailing the harsh winter conditions and relentless tribal attacks faced during the retreat. o Guided Reading: Dive into eyewitness accounts and military reports to understand the strategic errors and hardships. o Role Play: Reenact the decision-making process of Major-General Elphinstone and the dire circumstances of the retreat. o Group Discussion: Evaluate the long-term impacts of the retreat on British military and colonial policy in the region.

Overview: Delve into the Siege of Yorktown, the decisive battle of the American Revolutionary War where American and French forces achieved a crucial victory by capturing a large British army under General Cornwallis. • Activities: o Video Analysis: Students assess strategic maneuvers and the collaboration between American and French forces leading to the British surrender. o Guided Reading and Discussion: Explore the military strategies and pivotal moments of the siege that ensured the American victory. o Role Play: Simulate the planning and execution phases of the siege as both American and British commanders. o Group Discussion: Discuss the implications of the siege for the global balance of power and the future of the United States.

Overview: Analyse the Battle of Naseby, a key victory for the Parliamentarian New Model Army that marked a turning point in the First English Civil War against the Royalists led by King Charles I. • Activities: o Video Review: Examine battlefield tactics and the deployment of forces through battle reenactments. o Guided Reading: Study the strategic decisions of commanders Sir Thomas Fairfax and Oliver Cromwell that led to their success. o Role Play: Students enact the roles of Parliamentarian and Royalist leaders during key phases of the battle. o Group Discussion: Evaluate the battle’s impact on the Royalist cause and the eventual outcome of the war.

• Overview: Explore the significant defeat of British forces by Zulu warriors at the Battle of Isandlwana, which marked a major event in the Anglo-Zulu War. • Activities: o Video Analysis: Students watch battle reenactments and analyse tactical decisions made by both sides. o Guided Reading: Delve into the strategic importance of the battle and the key figures involved. o Role Play: Simulate planning sessions of both British and Zulu leaders to understand their strategies. o Group Discussion: Reflect on the impact of the battle on British military tactics and Zulu resistance.

Overview: Explore the Battle of Gettysburg, a critical turning point in the American Civil War noted for its high casualties and strategic implications. • Activities: o Relay Activity: Create accurate maps of the battle movements using specific icons in a relay format. o Guided Reading: Participate in a structured reading activity to understand the battle dynamics and key decisions. o Storyboard Activity: Develop a storyboard for a video game, focusing on accurate historical representation of the battle’s phases. o Recap Quiz: Assess knowledge on the key dates, leaders involved, and the broader impact of the battle on the Civil War.

Overview: Examine the Battle of Little Bighorn, also known as Custer’s Last Stand, where Lieutenant Colonel George A. Custer’s 7th Cavalry was decisively defeated by the combined forces of the Lakota Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho tribes. • Activities: o Relay Activity: Students will work in groups to relay detailed battle events using icons, aiming to create the most accurate set of maps. o Guided Reading: Engage in a guided reading session, focusing on detailed accounts of the battle, and identify three key facts while highlighting and researching unknown terms. o Storyboard Activity: Design a storyboard for a potential video game featuring the battle, considering the environment, key characters involved, and the sequence of actions. o Recap Quiz: Test knowledge of the battle’s key aspects, including dates, leaders, outcomes, and the U.S. government’s response to the defeat.

Overview: Explore Martin Luther’s pivotal role in initiating the Protestant Reformation by challenging the practices of the Catholic Church. Activities: o Video Analysis: Watch videos detailing Luther’s life and his 95 Theses that sparked the Reformation. o Timeline Activity: Organize events related to Luther’s actions into chronological order. o Extended Writing: Discuss Luther’s motivations, the impact of the printing press on his ideas, and the effects of his refusal to recant at the Diet of Worms.

Overview: Delve into the life of Matthew Hopkins, known for his role as a witch-hunter during the English Civil War, and examine the broader impact of his actions on East Anglia and beyond. Activities: o Source Review: Watch detailed explorations of Hopkins’ witch-hunting methods and their historical context. o Timeline Activity: Organize the key phases of Hopkins’ witch-hunting campaign. o Extended Writing: Assess the consequences of Hopkins’ trials on the communities in East Anglia and the historical perception of witch trials.

Overview: Study JP Morgan’s influence on American finance, his role in stabilising the financial system, and his legacy as a powerful banker. Activities: o Source Review: Watch content on Morgan’s consolidation efforts and interventions during financial crises. o Timeline Sorting: Organize the significant moments in Morgan’s career, including his major corporate formations. o Deep Dive Writing: Discuss Morgan’s methods and their impact on American industry and finance.

Overview: Investigate Amelia Earhart’s achievements in aviation, her record-setting flights, and the enduring mystery of her disappearance. Activities: o Video Analysis: View documentaries on Earhart’s solo transatlantic flight and her impact on women in aviation. o Timeline Activity: Arrange key events in Earhart’s career and her final flight in chronological order. o Extended Writing: Examine Earhart’s motivations for flying and the theories surrounding her disappearance.

Overview: Analyse King George III’s reign, focusing on the loss of the American colonies, the Acts of Union, and his personal and political challenges. Activities: o Video Analysis: Study videos on George III’s policies, the American Revolution, and his mental health issues. o Timeline Activity: Sort events from George III’s reign, including legislative acts and personal crises. o Extended Writing: Reflect on the implications of his decisions on British and global history.

Overview: Study the life of Chief Red Cloud, a key leader of the Oglala Lakota Sioux, known for his leadership in Red Cloud’s War and his later diplomatic efforts. Activities: o Source Review: Watch documentaries that explore Red Cloud’s war strategies and his negotiation tactics with the U.S. government. o Timeline Activity: Organize timeline cards detailing significant events from Red Cloud’s life and leadership. o Extended Writing: Analyse how Red Cloud’s actions during and after the war influenced the rights and lives of the Indigenous Peoples.

Overview: Delve into the military career of Robert E. Lee, focusing on his role during the American Civil War and his post-war contributions. Activities: o Video Analysis: Examine Lee’s strategic decisions through battle reenactments and expert discussions. o Timeline Sorting: Sequence the key events in Lee’s military career and later life. o Deep Dive Writing: Discuss Lee’s impact on military strategy, his views on slavery, and his efforts towards reconciliation after the war.