Within this resource, I have included a Topic Cover page (which includes targeted vocabulary and key facts) and a scheme of work which shows the progression of knowledge and learning intentions. The main focuses: Paganism Conversion to Christianity Influences to Literature (Beowulf and The Hobbit). These lessons have been taught for a Year 5 class both in the classroom and via remote learning. At the end of the unit, the children will complete an assessment task which looks to answer the question that the unit has been designed around - How did beliefs change in the Dark Ages? It has been taught with a 6 week half term in mind, but could be condensed into a shorter unit.

This scheme of work is suitable for Upper Key Stage 2 classes. It focuses on: Roman culture Roman rule Army (tactics, weaponry and warfare) Romans in Britain This scheme of work has been taught to a Year 5 class but can be adapted for Years 4- 6. It is designed for a knowledge and vocabulary driven curriculum, complete with targeted vocabulary for each lesson, objectives based on the National Curriculum and clear learning objectives. A complementary topic cover page is included to be used throughout the unit as a revision tool and glossary. Targeted Vocabulary Key: Green = Vocabulary Dozen (subject specific and linked to Topic Cover page) Orange = familiar language linked to individual lessons Red = (SEN focused, with word banks in mind)

Within this resource, I have included a Topic Cover page (which includes targeted vocabulary and key facts) and a scheme of work which shows the progression of knowledge and learning intentions. The main focuses: the settlement of the kingdoms Lifestyle, culture and beliefs trade and the influences of Europe These lessons have been taught to a Year 5 class. At the end of the unit, the children will complete an assessment task which looks to answer the question that the unit has been designed around - Why is it incorrect to describe the Benin Empire as uncivilised? It has been taught with a 6 week half term in mind, but could be condensed into a shorter unit.