This lesson explores Nazi policies towards women, emphasizing traditional roles in the family and motherhood. It discusses incentives like the Mother’s Cross and the impact of policies on women’s employment and education. Activities include analysing propaganda, completing worksheets on Nazi expectations for women, and discussing historical perspectives. Students will understand the contradictions and pressures faced by women under Nazi rule. This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam. Those lessons are: The origins of the Republic 1919 The Weimar Constitution Early Challenges to Weimar Challenges from the Left and Right Hyperinflation 1923 Recovery of the Republic Weimar International Relations Early Development of the Nazi Party Munich Putsch Nazi Party Rebuilds Great Depression & The Nazis Hitler’s Appeal Hitler Becomes Chancellor Creation of a Dictatorship Nazi Germany & Methods of Control Nazi Germany & Youth Nazi Germany & Women Nazi Germany & Religion Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39 Nazi Germany & The Economy The Holocaust & The Final solution Nazi Germany & The Home Front Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler Nazi Germany Flash Cards 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 focuses on the indoctrination of German youth through organisations like the Hitler Youth and the League of German Maidens. It covers the curriculum changes in schools and the activities designed to instill Nazi ideology in young people. Activities include creating presentations on different aspects of Nazi youth policies and analysing historical perspectives. Students will learn about the impact of these policies on shaping the next generation of Germans. This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam. Those lessons are: The origins of the Republic 1919 The Weimar Constitution Early Challenges to Weimar Challenges from the Left and Right Hyperinflation 1923 Recovery of the Republic Weimar International Relations Early Development of the Nazi Party Munich Putsch Nazi Party Rebuilds Great Depression & The Nazis Hitler’s Appeal Hitler Becomes Chancellor Creation of a Dictatorship Nazi Germany & Methods of Control Nazi Germany & Youth Nazi Germany & Women Nazi Germany & Religion Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39 Nazi Germany & The Economy The Holocaust & The Final solution Nazi Germany & The Home Front Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler Nazi Germany Flash Cards 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 examines the methods the Nazis used to control and influence German society, including propaganda, the Gestapo, and concentration camps. Activities include evaluating propaganda posters, discussing the role of fear and surveillance, and analysing the effectiveness of Nazi control methods. Students will engage with source materials and participate in discussions to understand how these methods maintained Nazi power. This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam. Those lessons are: The origins of the Republic 1919 The Weimar Constitution Early Challenges to Weimar Challenges from the Left and Right Hyperinflation 1923 Recovery of the Republic Weimar International Relations Early Development of the Nazi Party Munich Putsch Nazi Party Rebuilds Great Depression & The Nazis Hitler’s Appeal Hitler Becomes Chancellor Creation of a Dictatorship Nazi Germany & Methods of Control Nazi Germany & Youth Nazi Germany & Women Nazi Germany & Religion Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39 Nazi Germany & The Economy The Holocaust & The Final solution Nazi Germany & The Home Front Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler Nazi Germany Flash Cards 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.

This lesson explores how Hitler established a totalitarian regime in Germany following his appointment as Chancellor in 1933. It covers key events such as the Reichstag Fire, the Enabling Act, and the Night of the Long Knives. Activities include analysing primary sources, completing timelines, and discussing the consolidation of power. Students will gain insights into the methods used by the Nazis to eliminate opposition and secure control through various interactive tasks. This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam. Those lessons are: The origins of the Republic 1919 The Weimar Constitution Early Challenges to Weimar Challenges from the Left and Right Hyperinflation 1923 Recovery of the Republic Weimar International Relations Early Development of the Nazi Party Munich Putsch Nazi Party Rebuilds Great Depression & The Nazis Hitler’s Appeal Hitler Becomes Chancellor Creation of a Dictatorship Nazi Germany & Methods of Control Nazi Germany & Youth Nazi Germany & Women Nazi Germany & Religion Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39 Nazi Germany & The Economy The Holocaust & The Final solution Nazi Germany & The Home Front Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler Nazi Germany Flash Cards 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. Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

This lesson details the events leading to Hitler’s appointment as Chancellor in 1933, examining political manoeuvres and key figures like Hindenburg, von Papen, and von Schleicher. Activities include sequencing events, discussing political strategies, and completing a “Guess Who” game on German politicians. Students will engage in critical thinking about the political dynamics of the Weimar Republic, enhancing their understanding through interactive and analytical tasks. This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam. Those lessons are: The origins of the Republic 1919 The Weimar Constitution Early Challenges to Weimar Challenges from the Left and Right Hyperinflation 1923 Recovery of the Republic Weimar International Relations Early Development of the Nazi Party Munich Putsch Nazi Party Rebuilds Great Depression & The Nazis Hitler’s Appeal Hitler Becomes Chancellor Creation of a Dictatorship Nazi Germany & Methods of Control Nazi Germany & Youth Nazi Germany & Women Nazi Germany & Religion Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39 Nazi Germany & The Economy The Holocaust & The Final solution Nazi Germany & The Home Front Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler Nazi Germany Flash Cards 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. Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

This lesson explores the factors contributing to Hitler’s growing appeal from 1930 to 1933, including the impact of the Great Depression, propaganda, and the role of the SA. Activities include watching a TED-Ed video, answering related questions, and completing worksheets on Nazi propaganda tactics. Students will also analyse Hitler’s promises and the effectiveness of his methods in gaining support. Through discussions and writing exercises, they will understand how the Nazis capitalised on economic distress and political instability.– This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam. Those lessons are: The origins of the Republic 1919 The Weimar Constitution Early Challenges to Weimar Challenges from the Left and Right Hyperinflation 1923 Recovery of the Republic Weimar International Relations Early Development of the Nazi Party Munich Putsch Nazi Party Rebuilds Great Depression & The Nazis Hitler’s Appeal Hitler Becomes Chancellor Creation of a Dictatorship Nazi Germany & Methods of Control Nazi Germany & Youth Nazi Germany & Women Nazi Germany & Religion Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39 Nazi Germany & The Economy The Holocaust & The Final solution Nazi Germany & The Home Front Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler Nazi Germany Flash Cards 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. Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

This lesson examines the impact of the Great Depression on Germany and how it facilitated the rise of the Nazi Party. It covers economic repercussions, key events like the Wall Street Crash, and the role of propaganda. Activities include analysing primary sources, discussing the effects on different societal groups, and completing worksheets on the Weimar Republic's response. Students will learn about the economic hardship that made Germans receptive to extremist ideologies, enhancing their grasp through class discussions and narrative writing. – This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam. Those lessons are: The origins of the Republic 1919 The Weimar Constitution Early Challenges to Weimar Challenges from the Left and Right Hyperinflation 1923 Recovery of the Republic Weimar International Relations Early Development of the Nazi Party Munich Putsch Nazi Party Rebuilds Great Depression & The Nazis Hitler’s Appeal Hitler Becomes Chancellor Creation of a Dictatorship Nazi Germany & Methods of Control Nazi Germany & Youth Nazi Germany & Women Nazi Germany & Religion Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39 Nazi Germany & The Economy The Holocaust & The Final solution Nazi Germany & The Home Front Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler Nazi Germany Flash Cards 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. Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

This lesson covers the Nazi Party’s reformation following the failed Munich Putsch, focusing on strategic changes to increase support through democratic means. It includes activities like writing blurbs for “Mein Kampf,” analysing Nazi policies, and exploring the limited popularity of the Nazis during this period. Students will engage with worksheets on the party’s organisational changes and discuss the impact of economic stability on Nazi appeal, using various interactive methods to solidify their understanding. – This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam. Those lessons are: The origins of the Republic 1919 The Weimar Constitution Early Challenges to Weimar Challenges from the Left and Right Hyperinflation 1923 Recovery of the Republic Weimar International Relations Early Development of the Nazi Party Munich Putsch Nazi Party Rebuilds Great Depression & The Nazis Hitler’s Appeal Hitler Becomes Chancellor Creation of a Dictatorship Nazi Germany & Methods of Control Nazi Germany & Youth Nazi Germany & Women Nazi Germany & Religion Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39 Nazi Germany & The Economy The Holocaust & The Final solution Nazi Germany & The Home Front Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler Nazi Germany Flash Cards 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. Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

This lesson on the Munich Putsch of 1923 provides an in-depth look at Adolf Hitler’s failed coup attempt to overthrow the Weimar Republic. It covers the causes, key events, and consequences of the Putsch, including Hitler’s trial and the subsequent rise of the Nazi Party. Activities include a recap of previous lessons, event sequencing, reading comprehension, and exam practice with a focus on structuring responses using PEEKA paragraphs. Students will engage in discussions, complete worksheets, and utilise guided reading tasks to solidify their understanding. – This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam. Those lessons are: The origins of the Republic 1919 The Weimar Constitution Early Challenges to Weimar Challenges from the Left and Right Hyperinflation 1923 Recovery of the Republic Weimar International Relations Early Development of the Nazi Party Munich Putsch Nazi Party Rebuilds Great Depression & The Nazis Hitler’s Appeal Hitler Becomes Chancellor Creation of a Dictatorship Nazi Germany & Methods of Control Nazi Germany & Youth Nazi Germany & Women Nazi Germany & Religion Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39 Nazi Germany & The Economy The Holocaust & The Final solution Nazi Germany & The Home Front Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler Nazi Germany Flash Cards 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. Please help us, help you, help them. Thank you. Hope it helps. W

This lesson on the Windrush Generation explores the arrival of Caribbean migrants to Britain on the SS Empire Windrush in 1948. It examines the push and pull factors for migration, such as post-war labor shortages in Britain and economic difficulties in the Caribbean. Students analyze the challenges faced by the migrants, including racial discrimination and housing issues, and their cultural contributions to British society. Activities include watching and analyzing a video, discussing a case study, identifying push and pull factors, completing a pre-printed activity sheet, and participating in quizzes to reinforce key concepts and historical context. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit resource creator. Every penny we make goes to one of our partner charities – from space science education to local sports teams to carbon capture. Please help us, help you, help them by checking out our website and making use of our free and premium resources. We have over 1000 resources covering History, Business, IT, Geography and English. As a special offer to those with an interest in the Windrush Generation and their history please use the code ‘WINDRUSH’ to get 50% all resources at the our store. Search for Wolsey Academy on Google. Thank you and we hope it helps.

1 Lesson from a series of 10 lessons on the History of Early Islam. Each lesson contains keywords and a wide range of activities, with a focus on developing skills and content in this area. Each lesson includes reading comprehension tasks but also a main ‘activity’ that allows students to be creative and apply their new knowledge, there is also a focus throughout on building up long-form writing skills such as paragraph structure. The lessons include: The Birth of the Prophet Mecca and Medina The Ridda Wars Khalid ibn al-Walid Rashidun Caliphate & Battle of Yarmouk | Fall of Byzantium Caliphate on the march | Fall of the Sasanians The Shia Sunni Split The Umayyad Caliphate and Islamic Spain The Abbasid Caliphate and battle of Talas The Abbasid Caliphate and the Golden Age of Islam 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.

In this lesson, students will explore the early development of the Nazi Party from 1920 to 1922, focusing on Adolf Hitler’s rise to power. Activities include a Quiz-Quiz-Trade exercise, discussions on the 25-Point Programme, and collaborative group work to analyse Nazi ideologies. By examining Hitler’s background, his role in the German Worker’s Party, and the formation of the Sturmabteilung (SA), students will better understand the socio-political context leading to the Nazi Party’s emergence and subsequent influence in Germany. 1 lesson from 24 fully resourced lessons on Nazi Germany from 1919 to 1945. Each lesson is structured with starters, main activities, plenaries and keyword flash cards for revision. Combined the lessons cover a range of skills, including source analysis, essay writing, group work and debate. Designed while teaching IGCSE Edexcel – However, all lessons are appropriate for any module on German History and the development of the Nazis. The lessons are as follows: The Origins of the Weimar Republic The Weimar Constitution Early Challenges to Weimar Other Challenges to Weimar Hyperinflation Crisis 1923 Stresemann and Weimar Recovery Weimar International Relations Early Development of the Nazi Party The Munich Putsch Nazi Party Rebuilds The Great Depression & The Nazis Hitler’s Appeal Hitler becomes Chancellor Creation of a Dictatorship Nazi Methods of Control Nazi Germany & The Youth Nazi Germany & Women Nazi Germany & Religion Nazi Germany & Persecution of Minorities Nazi Germany & The Economy Nazi Germany & The Final Solution (Holocaust) Nazi Germany & The Home Front Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler 93 Flash Cards and Revision Activities Wolsey Academy is a non-profit that sends every penny it makes to one of the charities we support (see our website for details). We aim to make teacher’s and student’s lives easier and more fulfilling by providing well-resourced and ‘ready to teach’ off the shelf lessons.

24 fully resourced lessons on Nazi Germany from 1919 to 1945. Each lesson is structured with starters, main activities, plenaries and keyword flash cards for revision. Combined the lessons cover a range of skills, including source analysis, essay writing, group work and debate. Designed while teaching IGCSE Edexcel – However, all lessons are appropriate for any module on German History and the development of the Nazis. The lessons are as follows: The Origins of the Weimar Republic The Weimar Constitution Early Challenges to Weimar Other Challenges to Weimar Hyperinflation Crisis 1923 Stresemann and Weimar Recovery Weimar International Relations Early Development of the Nazi Party The Munich Putsch Nazi Party Rebuilds The Great Depression & The Nazis Hitler’s Appeal Hitler becomes Chancellor Creation of a Dictatorship Nazi Methods of Control Nazi Germany & The Youth Nazi Germany & Women Nazi Germany & Religion Nazi Germany & Persecution of Minorities Nazi Germany & The Economy Nazi Germany & The Final Solution (Holocaust) Nazi Germany & The Home Front Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler 93 Flash Cards and Revision Activities Wolsey Academy is a non-profit that sends every penny it makes to one of the charities we support (see our website for details). We aim to make teacher’s and student’s lives easier and more fulfilling by providing well-resourced and ‘ready to teach’ off the shelf lessons.

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.

Dive into an extensive collection of over forty meticulously crafted lessons on the Cold War, tailored for both middle and high school students. Our curriculum embarks on a historical journey beginning before the outbreak of the Second World War, exploring the depths of Communist ideology and the pivotal moments of the Russian Revolution. It spans across the monumental events leading to the fall of the Berlin Wall and the dissolution of the USSR, providing a comprehensive exploration of this pivotal era in history. Each lesson is enriched with a diverse array of activities, keyword cards, and assessments, all designed to enhance analytical thinking and writing skills. Our resources are crafted to not only educate but to inspire a deeper understanding and curiosity about the Cold War’s complex narratives. The lessons include: Cold War Intro – Timeline and Keywords Capitalism v Communism Pre-WW2 Tensions The Grand Alliance Tensions during WW2 The Three Conferences Conferences – Role Play Lesson The US Atom Bomb Soviet Occupation of Eastern Europe Telegrams and Iron Curtains Truman Doctrine and Marshall Plan Cominform and Comecon Causes of the Berlin Blockade Events of the Berlin Blockade West Germany and NATO Cold War Origins Recap Lesson Korean War Causes Korean War Events Korean War Consequences Arms Race Space Race Hungarian Revolution Causes Hungarian Revolution Events Hungarian Revolution Consequences Berlin Wall Crisis Bay of Pigs Cuban Missile Crisis Consequences of the Cuban Missile Crisis Prague Spring Détente Vietnam War – Background Vietnam War – Gulf of Tonkin Vietnam War – Major Battles Vietnam War – Vietcong Tactics Vietnam War – US Tactics US and China Relations Soviet Invasion of Afghanistan Chernobyl Solidarity & Poland Gorbachev & The end of the USSR Wolsey Academy: Committed to Education and Charity As a proud non-profit organization, Wolsey Academy is dedicated to making a difference. Proceeds from the sale of our educational resources are generously donated to support various charities, details of which can be found on our website. Our commitment to educational excellence and social responsibility underscores everything we do. But our offerings don’t stop there. Wolsey Academy is also your gateway to engaging 3D History games and workbooks, available at no cost for your students to enjoy. These immersive games complement our educational resources, making learning both fun and impactful. And for those who wish to delve deeper into history, we offer the opportunity to purchase additional lessons at a special discount. Visit Wolsey Academy today (just a Google search away) and discover how our resources can enrich your teaching and inspire your students. Together, let’s bring history to life!

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.