The first lesson of the second unit of the Edexcel 9-1 crime and punishment specification. This lesson looks at the changing definitions of crime, c1500-c1700. A step by step guide to the lesson which examines the religious changes during Tudor England and its affects on crime and punishment. Several tasks linked to the new crimes that came into place following religious changes 1500-1700, such as heresy and treason. Students will determine which monarch made the most changes to crime and punishment during the period whilst learning about the religious changes that led to new crimes

A lesson on Hitler's early life (1889-1924). Students extract information to create a time line and a story board to help explain how/ why he developed his views and the main task requires class to create an annotated front cover for a book which looks at his early life. As always there are clear step by step instructions and high-quality differentiated resources.

Easy to follow lesson which examines the penal and police reforms led by Robert Peel. Students create a fact file, analyse the reasons for penal reforms, assess the success of the peelers based on a card sort and ranking activity (differentiated) with various extension tasks to challenge the more able and an exam style question.

Students begin by creating a fact file about the event (directed and differentiated). They then look at several reasons why Japan might have attacked Pearl Harbour. They need to sort these reasons into categories or factors that motivated the attack. They eventually decide which factor was key and link this to the best supporting evidence before writing up their findings in a telegram. Literacy support and differentiated resources included as well as clear step by step instruction.

Easy to follow lesson on the witch trials in Lancaster. Students use a card sort to try and solve various problems such as the long and short term causes of the executions, their main factor, establishing links and so on. After they have written up a response to this enquiry, the next activity looks at the decline in witchcraft and the reasons for this for example the enlightenment, the actions of Charles II. One of the activities requires use of a textbook (either Pearson or Hodder).

This lesson examines the factors that influenced witchcraft. Students examine laws introduced by kings and queens to identify trends, complete an annotated graph, identify key factors that influenced the crime (based on the graph) and begin to explain which factors they believe are most significant. Key word list for the period 1500-1700 also included for a homework task as well as a resource book for the lesson.

The last lesson in the Crime and Punishment Unit of Work. Students learn about the significance of the Bentley execution by assessing evidence and different points of view regarding the details of the case. An active student led lesson with a range of activities with an extended response question.

A lesson on the growth of highway robbery, poaching and smuggling and then the eventual decline of these crimes. Students work through a range of activities such as card sorts, prioritising information before they complete a matrix exercise and respond to a 12 mark exam question using the lesson’s knowledge and skills to explain how crimes increased and subsequently decreased in the period 1700-1900. A key term grid with all the key vocabulary for the period 1700-1900 is included.

A double lesson that focuses on the economic problems 1919-23, the causes and consequences. A range of student led activities, such as a card sort, sequencing exercise, creating flow charts and analysing sources to determine the causes and effects of the economic crisis in 1923. The second part of this lesson sets students up for an 8 mark source based exam question (mark scheme and preparation activities included).

This lesson looks at a range of key events that impacted the population growth in Britain, 1750-1900. Students discuss key factors, select and priorities evidence before completing a teaching poster for 3 factors or events that affected population growth during the Industrial Revolution. All resources provided and modelled in the presentation. As always there are clear instructions and differentiated activities

The final lesson in our Norman Conquest unit of work. Students begin by recapping the changes/ events that took place after the Battle of Hastings e.g. construction of castles. They are then introduced to Aldred who, fearing Norman rule, fled Britain, but only to return some 20 years later. Students examine the changes that took place in this time and decide which changes were most significant before writing a letter to Alrded explaining what has happened since his departure and what to expect upon his return.

Students learn about the Harrying of the North through analysing a range of sources, from videos, illustrations and written accounts. They create a mind map to show the features before writing a speech to stir up support against William due to his actions. Step by step guide included.

Students begin by creating a caption for a cartoon of JFK. They then categorise knowledge cards before producing a SWOT analysis for Cuba for Castro in 1959 before he launches his revolution. They use their knowledge of Cuba and fresh evidence cards of the main incidents following the revolution to create an annotated heart beat graph for President Kennedy. This is then used to respond to a series of questions. There is a homework activity on the causes of effects on the Bay of Pigs incident. The lesson concludes with students refining their cartoon captions. As always there are step by step instructions and high quality resources.

A lesson focused on the changes that took place in the Soviet Union under the rule of Gorbachev… Students learn about the problems that existed by 1985 and the solutions to these problems. They use their knowledge to complete a series of tasks which include a narrative account question (exam tips and support included). Clear step by step instructions and differentiated tasks included.

Students learn about the work of four key individuals who tackled the problems created by the industrial revolution. They learn about one individual in detail, extract key evidence, complete a matrix activity with 3 other students and score their key person based on the evidence given about how well they improved living conditions. After exchanging evidence they then score all 4 individuals before making a judgement as to who was the key individual. The more able students can use this opportunity to develop their GCSE skills and incorporate counterarguments. As always there are high quality resources and step by step instructions

This lesson looks at the significance of the Reichstag fire and if the possibility of a Nazi conspiracy could have taken place. Students work through activities, such as sequencing and categorising the events before and after the fire, analysing evidence cards and working through sources to draw their own conclusions before making a judgement. As always there is a step by step guide with clear instructions, high quality, differentiated resources, student led activities, extension tasks and plenty of scope for engaging discussions and questioning.

This lesson looks at the key factors that enabled the Vietcong to succeed against the US army. Students work through a range of activities, such as categorising and prioritising evidence through a card sort, before creating a newspaper article that outlines the reasons for the USA's withdrawal from Vietnam. Differentiated resources and literacy support included as well as clear step by step instructions.

A lesson that investigates the reasons why Chamberlain appeased Hitler. The lesson starts with an appeasement scenario game whereby students in small groups (2-3) must decide on the best course of action. Their decisions are scored. They then examine the reasons for Chamberlain's actions which link to the scenarios that they discussed during the starter game. After swapping data and discussions the students must decide if appeasement was the right course of action. They end by writing up their findings which is a good opportunity to develop GCSE skills (especially the 16 mark and 20 mark questions whereby students must be able to offer counter arguments and reach a supported conclusion). Writing frames are included for the less able which talks them through these skills.

Students learn about slave auctions through a range of source based activities which are used to support extended response activities. As always there are clear step by step instructions and differentiated activities.