This lesson explores George Washington’s role in the French-Indian War, also known as the Seven Years’ War, and its impact on American history. Students will learn about the causes, key events, and consequences of the war. Activities include analyzing primary sources, creating a timeline, and writing a PEEKA paragraph on the significance of Washington’s experiences. The lesson concludes with a discussion on how this war set the stage for the American Revolution. Lesson Content and Activities: Introduction: Discuss the historical context of the French-Indian War (Seven Years’ War) and its significance in North American history. Introduce today’s keywords: Ohio River Valley, Fort Necessity, George Washington, Treaty of Paris. Video Analysis: Watch a video on the French-Indian War and its context within the broader Seven Years’ War. Write a 50-word summary using the provided keywords. Timeline Activity: Sort timeline cards into the correct chronological order, covering key events like the Battle of Jumonville Glen, Fort Necessity, Braddock’s Expedition, and the Treaty of Paris. Primary Source Analysis: Read and analyze primary sources related to George Washington’s involvement in the French-Indian War. Discuss the significance of Washington’s experiences and how they shaped his future leadership. Guided Reading: Complete a guided reading activity, subtitling each paragraph and noting three key facts. Highlight any unknown words and look up their meanings. Writing Task: Write a PEEKA paragraph explaining the significance of George Washington’s experiences in the French-Indian War. Use today’s keywords and the PEEKA planning sheet for guidance. Class Discussion: Share and discuss the PEEKA paragraphs. Reflect on the long-term consequences of the French-Indian War, including its role in leading to the American Revolution. Resources: Video link on the French-Indian War Timeline cards Primary source documents Guided reading text PEEKA paragraph guidelines and planning sheet From a series of over 30 lessons made by Wolsey Academy on the history of Colonial America. They provide a thorough foundation of knowledge in this vital period in American history and each lesson looks to focus on a range of historical skills and exam techniques to equip students with knowledge and transferable research, analysis and study skills. To find the complete bundle search on the Wolsey Academy website. Wolsey Academy operates as a non-profit, with every penny we make going to one of our charity partners or into the Ipswich Initiative, funding good works across the town and county. Search for Wolsey Academy to see our website for more details and to purchase resources at a discount. Use code ‘WOLSEY’ for 10% off at the Wolsey Academy Web Store. Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

This lesson explores the voyages of Henry Hudson in 1610-1611, focusing on his attempts to find the Northwest Passage and the discoveries he made. Students will learn about his explorations, the challenges he faced, and their long-term impact. Activities include video analysis, guided reading, analyzing primary sources, and writing PEEKA paragraphs. The lesson concludes with a discussion on Hudson’s legacy and the ethical implications of his leadership. Lesson Content and Activities: Introduction: Discuss the historical context of the Age of Exploration and the significance of Henry Hudson’s voyages. Introduce today’s keywords: Northwest Passage, Hudson River, Hudson Bay, Mutiny, Arctic Exploration. Why Were Their Travels Important? Explain that Henry Hudson was sent by the English Muscovy Company and later by the Dutch East India Company. Discuss his exploration of the Arctic and northeastern North America, including the discovery of the Hudson River and Hudson Bay. Video Task: Watch videos on Henry Hudson’s voyages. List the places he visited and the important experiences he had. How Do We Know What He Did? Explain that Hudson kept detailed journals of his voyages. Read through a condensed version of his journal and complete the worksheet focusing on his attempts to find the Northwest Passage and the discoveries he made. Guided Reading Activity: Complete the guided reading activity. Subtitle each paragraph, write down three key facts, and look up the meaning of any unknown words. Postcards from the Voyage: Imagine you are Henry Hudson on your voyage to find the Northwest Passage. Create a postcard from one of the destinations he visited, mentioning transportation, distances traveled, weather, unusual sights or dangers, and a description of the picture used. Writing Task: Write a PEEKA paragraph explaining one way in which Hudson’s discoveries were influential in shaping the future. Use the PEEKA planning sheet for guidance. Class Discussion: Share and discuss the PEEKA paragraphs. Reflect on the long-term impact of Hudson’s discoveries and the ethical implications of his leadership and the mutiny. Resources: Video links on Hudson’s voyages Primary source documents (Hudson’s journal excerpts) Guided reading text Postcard creation materials PEEKA paragraph guidelines and planning sheet

This lesson explores the formation of the European Union from its early days the ECSC, through the Treaty of Rome and Maastricht and to the introduction of the Euro. Student activities include comprehension questions, timeline activities, research into the big moments in EU history (resources all included), essay writing and peer assessments. This is one lesson in a series of 20 on the late 20th and early 21st Century. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board. Those lessons are: Modern Britain – The Windrush Generation Modern Africa – Apartheid Modern Europe – The European Union Modern World – A History of Video Games Modern World – Shigeru Miyamoto & Nintendo Modern World – Space Telescopes Modern World – Manned Space Flight Moden World – Interplanetary Probes Modern World – Mars Rovers Modern Britain – Margaret Thatcher Modern World – Iranian Revolution 1979 Modern World – Gulf War 1991 Modern World – Afghan War 2001 – 2022 Modern World – Iraq War 2003 Modern Technology – Deepmind, ChatGTP & AI Modern World – Dubai Miracle Modern World – Sovereign Wealth Funds Modern Technology – Quantum Computing Modern World – History of Environmentalism Modern Technology - Blockchain Wolsey Academy operates as a non-profit, with every penny we make going to one of our charity partners or into the Ipswich Initiative, funding good works across the town and county. Search for Wolsey Academy to see our website for more details and to purchase resources at a discount. Use code ‘WOLSEY’ for 10% off at the Wolsey Academy Web Store Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

Students learn about the Magan people, their trade networks, and archaeological findings at Jebel Buhais. Activities include studying the region’s geography, understanding the importance of copper trade, and reading comprehension exercises on Magan’s economic focus. They create teaching resources on topics like domestication and pearl diving, and present their findings, illustrating the region’s significance during the Bronze Age. Taken from a series of 10 lessons on The Bronze Age. They provide an excellent and engaging introduction to the ancient world and addresses many of the founding civilisations, stories and achievements that shape the rest of history. No study of history would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board, external and internal. They are also a huge amount of fun to teach! Those lessons are: Bronze Age Overview Sumerians and Mesopotamia Indus Valley The Magan People of Arabia (The UAE & Oman) Minoans on Crete and the Minotaur Mycenaeans and the Trojan War The Shang & Zhou Dynasty The Legend of Atlantis The Sea Peoples – Migration or Conquest? The Mystery of the Bronze Age Collapse Wolsey Academy operates as a non-profit, with every penny we make going to one of our charity partners or into the Ipswich Initiative, funding good works across the town and county. Search for Wolsey Academy to see our website for more details and to purchase resources at a discount. Use code ‘WOLSEY’ for 10% off at the Wolsey Academy Web Store Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

Students explore the Sumerian civilisation, focusing on their innovations in writing, architecture, and law. Activities include analysing cuneiform tablets, studying the Ziggurat of Ur, and reading excerpts from the Epic of Gilgamesh. They sort events into a chronological timeline and recreate scenes from Gilgamesh in a cartoon strip, deepening their understanding of Sumerian culture and its impact on later civilisations. Taken from a series of 10 lessons on The Bronze Age. They provide an excellent and engaging introduction to the ancient world and addresses many of the founding civilisations, stories and achievements that shape the rest of history. No study of history would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board, external and internal. They are also a huge amount of fun to teach! Those lessons are: Bronze Age Overview Sumerians and Mesopotamia Indus Valley The Magan People of Arabia (The UAE & Oman) Minoans on Crete and the Minotaur Mycenaeans and the Trojan War The Shang & Zhou Dynasty The Legend of Atlantis The Sea Peoples – Migration or Conquest? The Mystery of the Bronze Age Collapse Wolsey Academy operates as a non-profit, with every penny we make going to one of our charity partners or into the Ipswich Initiative, funding good works across the town and county. Search for Wolsey Academy to see our website for more details and to purchase resources at a discount. Use code ‘WOLSEY’ for 10% off at the Wolsey Academy Web Store Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

Students investigate the legend of Atlantis, exploring its origins in Plato’s writings. Activities include watching videos, relaying map details, and breaking a Caesar code. They analyse sources, discuss the historical basis of the legend, and create their own theories about Atlantis’ existence. The lesson blends mythology with historical skills, engaging students in critical thinking and code-breaking tasks. Taken from a series of 10 lessons on The Bronze Age. They provide an excellent and engaging introduction to the ancient world and addresses many of the founding civilisations, stories and achievements that shape the rest of history. No study of history would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board, external and internal. They are also a huge amount of fun to teach! Those lessons are: Bronze Age Overview Sumerians and Mesopotamia Indus Valley The Magan People of Arabia (The UAE & Oman) Minoans on Crete and the Minotaur Mycenaeans and the Trojan War The Shang & Zhou Dynasty The Legend of Atlantis The Sea Peoples – Migration or Conquest? The Mystery of the Bronze Age Collapse Wolsey Academy operates as a non-profit, with every penny we make going to one of our charity partners or into the Ipswich Initiative, funding good works across the town and county. Search for Wolsey Academy to see our website for more details and to purchase resources at a discount. Use code ‘WOLSEY’ for 10% off at the Wolsey Academy Web Store Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

This lesson delves into the mysterious Sea Peoples, who disrupted Late Bronze Age civilisations. Students examine evidence from ancient texts and archaeological finds, engage in group discussions, and develop theories about the origins and impact of the Sea Peoples. Activities include creating an evidence notebook, analysing carvings and artifacts, and presenting their conclusions, fostering analytical skills and historical inquiry. Taken from a series of 10 lessons on The Bronze Age. They provide an excellent and engaging introduction to the ancient world and addresses many of the founding civilisations, stories and achievements that shape the rest of history. No study of history would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board, external and internal. They are also a huge amount of fun to teach! Those lessons are: Bronze Age Overview Sumerians and Mesopotamia Indus Valley The Magan People of Arabia (The UAE & Oman) Minoans on Crete and the Minotaur Mycenaeans and the Trojan War The Shang & Zhou Dynasty The Legend of Atlantis The Sea Peoples – Migration or Conquest? The Mystery of the Bronze Age Collapse Wolsey Academy operates as a non-profit, with every penny we make going to one of our charity partners or into the Ipswich Initiative, funding good works across the town and county. Search for Wolsey Academy to see our website for more details and to purchase resources at a discount. Use code ‘WOLSEY’ for 10% off at the Wolsey Academy Web Store Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

In this lesson, students explore the Battle of Bosworth, which took place on August 22, 1485, marking the end of the Wars of the Roses and the beginning of the Tudor dynasty. Activities include video summaries of the battle, a relay activity to understand the battle’s events, guided reading, and creating storyboards for a historical video game. Students will analyse causes and consequences, participate in a recap quiz, and write PEEKA paragraphs on the battle’s significance, understanding the pivotal role this conflict played in English history. Taken from a series of 20 lessons on Tudor England. They provide an thorough foundation of knowledge in this vital period of European history and each lesson looks to focus on a range of historical skills and exam techniques to equip students with knowledge and transferable research, analysis and study skills. Those lessons are: Battle of Bosworth 1485 Henry VII John Cabot Henry VIII & Catherine of Aragon Thomas Wolsey’s Reforms Anne Boleyn Rise of Cromwell Dissolution of the Monasteries Pilgrimage of Grace 1536 Henry VIII & His Wives Edward VI’s Reformation Bloody Mary Elizabeth I – Overview Elizabeth I – Challenges Sir Francis Drake Sir Walter Raleigh Spanish Armada The Mary Rose Shakespeare Wolsey’s Ipswich Wolsey Academy operates as a non-profit, with every penny we make going to one of our charity partners or into the Ipswich Initiative, funding good works across the town and county. Search for Wolsey Academy to see our website for more details and to purchase resources at a discount. Use code ‘WOLSEY’ for 10% off at the Wolsey Academy Web Store Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

In this lesson, students explore the life and significance of Anne Boleyn, the second wife of Henry VIII and mother of Queen Elizabeth I. Activities include video analysis of her role in the English Reformation, sorting timeline cards of key events, and a deep dive into her influence on the religious landscape. Students will also engage in discussions on her legacy, write comparative analyses of historical perspectives, and complete a recap quiz. The lesson aims to highlight Anne Boleyn’s impact on Tudor history, her contribution to the Church of England’s formation, and her tragic downfall. Taken from a series of 20 lessons on Tudor England. They provide an thorough foundation of knowledge in this vital period of European history and each lesson looks to focus on a range of historical skills and exam techniques to equip students with knowledge and transferable research, analysis and study skills. Those lessons are: Battle of Bosworth 1485 Henry VII John Cabot Henry VIII & Catherine of Aragon Thomas Wolsey’s Reforms Anne Boleyn Rise of Cromwell Dissolution of the Monasteries Pilgrimage of Grace 1536 Henry VIII & His Wives Edward VI’s Reformation Bloody Mary Elizabeth I – Overview Elizabeth I – Challenges Sir Francis Drake Sir Walter Raleigh Spanish Armada The Mary Rose Shakespeare Wolsey’s Ipswich Wolsey Academy operates as a non-profit, with every penny we make going to one of our charity partners or into the Ipswich Initiative, funding good works across the town and county. Search for Wolsey Academy to see our website for more details and to purchase resources at a discount. Use code ‘WOLSEY’ for 10% off at the Wolsey Academy Web Store Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

In this lesson, students learn about Henry VII’s reign, focusing on his efforts to stabilise and strengthen England after the Wars of the Roses. Activities include video analysis of key events, creating a detailed timeline of his rule, and debating the effectiveness of his policies. Students will participate in mock royal councils, character role-plays to understand political alliances, and creating visual infographics summarising his achievements. Taken from a series of 20 lessons on Tudor England. They provide an thorough foundation of knowledge in this vital period of European history and each lesson looks to focus on a range of historical skills and exam techniques to equip students with knowledge and transferable research, analysis and study skills. Those lessons are: Battle of Bosworth 1485 Henry VII John Cabot Henry VIII & Catherine of Aragon Thomas Wolsey’s Reforms Anne Boleyn Rise of Cromwell Dissolution of the Monasteries Pilgrimage of Grace 1536 Henry VIII & His Wives Edward VI’s Reformation Bloody Mary Elizabeth I – Overview Elizabeth I – Challenges Sir Francis Drake Sir Walter Raleigh Spanish Armada The Mary Rose Shakespeare Wolsey’s Ipswich Wolsey Academy operates as a non-profit, with every penny we make going to one of our charity partners or into the Ipswich Initiative, funding good works across the town and county. Search for Wolsey Academy to see our website for more details and to purchase resources at a discount. Use code ‘WOLSEY’ for 10% off at the Wolsey Academy Web Store Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

1066 and the aftermath of conquest - featuring a unique immersive interactive Learning World (free to play!). The Learning World feeds directly into the in class lesson activities and can be used as an ongoing homework project – students can complete the free codex booklet as they go to consolidate learning. It is a very comprehensive SOW that covers the Norman conquest and its impact on English society. Each and every lesson has been made with enough differentiation, activity variety, cross-curricular support and progress checks that they could be used comfortably ‘out of the box’ in an observation lesson. Care has also been taken to make sure the skills complement each other across the SOW and build up to progress in exam writing ability, source analysis and soft skill development. I’m quite proud of it – if I may say so! The first two lessons and the Learning World Codex are free to download (some of the slides are not editable in these free versions) but the remaining lessons are for sale and are fully editable. From my experience it created a huge ‘buzz’ about learning in the classroom and I even had kids in other classes asking to use it. So soon the whole department were using it and at KS3 parent’s evening it was all the parents talked about – many of them had also played through the Learning World. Note: The Learning World is a ‘beta’ version – I am currently looking for someone to upgrade the artwork to make a few things look more ‘Normany’. But I guarantee the pupils will love it. WolseyAcademy.com, a non-profit resource provider, directs all profits to various charities, including refugee support, youth sports, educational programs, and carbon capture, achieving a carbon-negative status. Explore our site for resources and free history role-playing games loved by students. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and for supporting our mission.

1066 and the aftermath of conquest - featuring a unique immersive interactive Learning World (free to play!). The Learning World feeds directly into the in class lesson activities and can be used as an ongoing homework project – students can complete the free codex booklet as they go to consolidate learning. It is a very comprehensive SOW that covers the Norman conquest and its impact on English society. Each and every lesson has been made with enough differentiation, activity variety, cross-curricular support and progress checks that they could be used comfortably ‘out of the box’ in an observation lesson. Care has also been taken to make sure the skills complement each other across the SOW and build up to progress in exam writing ability, source analysis and soft skill development. I’m quite proud of it – if I may say so! The first two lessons and the Learning World Codex are free to download (some of the slides are not editable in these free versions) but the remaining lessons are for sale and are fully editable. From my experience it created a huge ‘buzz’ about learning in the classroom and I even had kids in other classes asking to use it. So soon the whole department were using it and at KS3 parent’s evening it was all the parents talked about – many of them had also played through the Learning World. Note: The Learning World is a ‘beta’ version – I am currently looking for someone to upgrade the artwork to make a few things look more ‘Normany’. But I guarantee the pupils will love it. WolseyAcademy.com, a non-profit resource provider, directs all profits to various charities, including refugee support, youth sports, educational programs, and carbon capture, achieving a carbon-negative status. Explore our site for resources and free history role-playing games loved by students. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and for supporting our mission.

1066 and the aftermath of conquest - featuring a unique immersive interactive Learning World (free to play!). The Learning World feeds directly into the in class lesson activities and can be used as an ongoing homework project – students can complete the free codex booklet as they go to consolidate learning. It is a very comprehensive SOW that covers the Norman conquest and its impact on English society. Each and every lesson has been made with enough differentiation, activity variety, cross-curricular support and progress checks that they could be used comfortably ‘out of the box’ in an observation lesson. Care has also been taken to make sure the skills complement each other across the SOW and build up to progress in exam writing ability, source analysis and soft skill development. I’m quite proud of it – if I may say so! The first two lessons and the Learning World Codex are free to download (some of the slides are not editable in these free versions) but the remaining lessons are for sale and are fully editable. From my experience it created a huge ‘buzz’ about learning in the classroom and I even had kids in other classes asking to use it. So soon the whole department were using it and at KS3 parent’s evening it was all the parents talked about – many of them had also played through the Learning World. Note: The Learning World is a ‘beta’ version – I am currently looking for someone to upgrade the artwork to make a few things look more ‘Normany’. But I guarantee the pupils will love it. WolseyAcademy.com, a non-profit resource provider, directs all profits to various charities, including refugee support, youth sports, educational programs, and carbon capture, achieving a carbon-negative status. Explore our site for resources and free history role-playing games loved by students. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and for supporting our mission.

1066 and the aftermath of conquest - featuring a unique immersive interactive Learning World (free to play!). The Learning World feeds directly into the in class lesson activities and can be used as an ongoing homework project – students can complete the free codex booklet as they go to consolidate learning. It is a very comprehensive SOW that covers the Norman conquest and its impact on English society. Each and every lesson has been made with enough differentiation, activity variety, cross-curricular support and progress checks that they could be used comfortably ‘out of the box’ in an observation lesson. Care has also been taken to make sure the skills complement each other across the SOW and build up to progress in exam writing ability, source analysis and soft skill development. I’m quite proud of it – if I may say so! The first two lessons and the Learning World Codex are free to download (some of the slides are not editable in these free versions) but the remaining lessons are for sale and are fully editable. From my experience it created a huge ‘buzz’ about learning in the classroom and I even had kids in other classes asking to use it. So soon the whole department were using it and at KS3 parent’s evening it was all the parents talked about – many of them had also played through the Learning World. Note: The Learning World is a ‘beta’ version – I am currently looking for someone to upgrade the artwork to make a few things look more ‘Normany’. But I guarantee the pupils will love it. WolseyAcademy.com, a non-profit resource provider, directs all profits to various charities, including refugee support, youth sports, educational programs, and carbon capture, achieving a carbon-negative status. Explore our site for resources and free history role-playing games loved by students. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and for supporting our mission.

King John – from his troublesome fighting with his brother (Lionheart) to his troublesome time as King ending in Magna Carta and the Baron’s War. This SOW focusses on John’s policies both foreign and domestic and the consequences they had for his people. Works well as a stand alone SOW but is also integrated into the free to play History game world at WA (check it out if you haven’t already!) Each lesson contains a quick start guide, literacy & numeracy starter, teacher narrative context pages (chance for you to do some storytelling !) plenaries, a range of active learning episodes and a focus on writing skills. Homework, EAL and stretch activity sheets. The 7 lessons, along with the main lesson activities, are as follows: Richard I, Crusades & John (Plantagenet map relay, round robin Crusader battle reports, reading comprehension tasks, consult the codex activity). John’s Early Life (John v Longchamp card sort/PEEKA paragraph practice and assessment/consult the codex activity) John & Taxes (‘Be the teacher’ activity/essay construction practice/consult the codex activity) John & War (Army recruiter role play presentations & Bouvines video) Magna Carta (Baron grievances card sort/prioritisation tasks/PEEKA writing development) The Baron’s War (Round the Room battle reporting/descriptive writing task/videos) End of Unit Assessment (Planning and prep for a Narrative Analysis, Edexcel style Q on John’s legacy). Hope it helps. Remember – works best when the students are playing the (free!) King John game and completing the codex at the same time (perfect ongoing homework task or ict room lesson). WolseyAcademy.com, a non-profit resource provider, directs all profits to various charities, including refugee support, youth sports, educational programs, and carbon capture, achieving a carbon-negative status. Explore our site for resources and free history role-playing games loved by students. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and for supporting our mission.

King John – from his troublesome fighting with his brother (Lionheart) to his troublesome time as King ending in Magna Carta and the Baron’s War. This SOW focusses on John’s policies both foreign and domestic and the consequences they had for his people. Works well as a stand alone SOW but is also integrated into the free to play History game world at WA (check it out if you haven’t already!) Each lesson contains a quick start guide, literacy & numeracy starter, teacher narrative context pages (chance for you to do some storytelling !) plenaries, a range of active learning episodes and a focus on writing skills. Homework, EAL and stretch activity sheets. The 7 lessons, along with the main lesson activities, are as follows: Richard I, Crusades & John (Plantagenet map relay, round robin Crusader battle reports, reading comprehension tasks, consult the codex activity). John’s Early Life (John v Longchamp card sort/PEEKA paragraph practice and assessment/consult the codex activity) John & Taxes (‘Be the teacher’ activity/essay construction practice/consult the codex activity) John & War (Army recruiter role play presentations & Bouvines video) Magna Carta (Baron grievances card sort/prioritisation tasks/PEEKA writing development) The Baron’s War (Round the Room battle reporting/descriptive writing task/videos) End of Unit Assessment (Planning and prep for a Narrative Analysis, Edexcel style Q on John’s legacy). Hope it helps. Remember – works best when the students are playing the (free!) King John game and completing the codex at the same time (perfect ongoing homework task or ict room lesson). WolseyAcademy.com, a non-profit resource provider, directs all profits to various charities, including refugee support, youth sports, educational programs, and carbon capture, achieving a carbon-negative status. Explore our site for resources and free history role-playing games loved by students. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and for supporting our mission.

Fully resourced and ready to teach. One lesson of about 20 in the Wolsey Academy First World War series, tried and tested over several years - recently given face lift to make it that much more engaging and relevant to today’s students. Features a team summary task, mini-plenary, video links, evidence analysis task, Max Hastings scholarship task, research task of other unofficial truces in conflict, creative task with instructions. Hope it helps, And Merry Christmas :) W. Wolsey Academy, a non-profit resource provider, directs all profits to various charities, including refugee support, youth sports, educational programs, and carbon capture, achieving a carbon-negative status. Explore our site for resources and free history role-playing games loved by students. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and for supporting our mission.

1066 and the aftermath of conquest - featuring a unique immersive interactive Learning World (free to play!). The Learning World feeds directly into the in class lesson activities and can be used as an ongoing homework project – students can complete the free codex booklet as they go to consolidate learning. It is a very comprehensive SOW that covers the Norman conquest and its impact on English society. Each and every lesson has been made with enough differentiation, activity variety, cross-curricular support and progress checks that they could be used comfortably ‘out of the box’ in an observation lesson. Care has also been taken to make sure the skills complement each other across the SOW and build up to progress in exam writing ability, source analysis and soft skill development. I’m quite proud of it – if I may say so! The first two lessons and the Learning World Codex are free to download (some of the slides are not editable in these free versions) but the remaining lessons are for sale and are fully editable. From my experience it created a huge ‘buzz’ about learning in the classroom and I even had kids in other classes asking to use it. So soon the whole department were using it and at KS3 parent’s evening it was all the parents talked about – many of them had also played through the Learning World. Note: The Learning World is a ‘beta’ version – I am currently looking for someone to upgrade the artwork to make a few things look more ‘Normany’. But I guarantee the pupils will love it. WolseyAcademy.com, a non-profit resource provider, directs all profits to various charities, including refugee support, youth sports, educational programs, and carbon capture, achieving a carbon-negative status. Explore our site for resources and free history role-playing games loved by students. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and for supporting our mission.

A lesson looking at the tensions between the USSR and the West before the beginning of the Grand Alliance during the Second World War. Part of our 40 strong scheme of work on superpower relations.

Perfect for History Club sessions – or active and creative lessons - at primary or secondary level. Includes information and video about the topics and a fun practical activity (which can often take more than one session to complete). All sessions include a weekly advertising poster for display boards, websites and screens around the school. Also included is a loyalty card for students to claim rewards after attending enough lessons. Designed by Wolsey Academy and tried and tested with secondary students in the UK. Topics are as follows: Ancient Egypt – Drama Production Battle of Trafalgar 1805 – Arts and Craft. Guy Fawkes, 1605 – Gunpowder Hunt. Charles Lindbergh, 1927 – Design & Fly a Plane. Pirates – Make a Movie. Thanksgiving – Fancy Dress and Card Design Benjamin Franklin – Make and fly a Kite. Tudor Christmas – Card Making. Battle of Atlantic – Code Breaking Game Medieval Coat of Arms – Research and Heraldry Making. Brunel – Bridge Building Darwin –Voyage of the Beagle, Art Competition. D-Day – Landing Craft Construction and Testing World Cup History – Kit Designs Battle of Quebec – Crane Construction Angkor Wat – Sunrise Drawings Historical Fashion – Clothing Designs Henry Ford – Assembly Line Competition Roman Army – Shield Design and Battle Tactics Role Play Local History: Ipswich Town Football Club – Badge Design.