A fully resourced lesson, that takes a couple of lessons at least, that runs as follows:
- Numeracy/literacy settlers
- Context slides and maps (Allowing for teacher talk/scene setting)
- Video task with extension questions.
- Guided reading task (summarizing and key fact extraction) – with a link to a more accessible source if required. Text in the resources section of the ppt.
- Storyboard task (drawn or digital – template provided)
- Mind map/class discussion – what factors led to the Aztec downfall?
- PEEKA writing - model paragraph and breakdown
- PEEKA writing – timed task
- Factor prioritization plenary
- Literacy development sheet in resources.
This is part of a mini-SOW on explorers designed for KS3. All lessons are on the Wolsey Academy TES store.
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