Lesson 13 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. First lesson of 3.2 - Gaining Control of the Localities. Focuses outside of London, looking at and defining the localities. Gives some background on Wales and North, followed by some questions for students to investigate, and a comparison of the two areas. Lesson also looks in depth at the Law in Wales Acts of 1535 and 1542, and the 1537 re-establishment of the Council of the North. Concludes with some summary discussion questions. Layouts/sheets provided for stuents to use to fill in their notes if desired. Uses the Edexcel Pearson textbook.

7th lesson in the French Revolution scheme of work -begins with key words and asks pupils to judge what they think of Napoleon based on his painting. What does he want people to think of him? -Task to introduce his background -card sort which will ask pupils to judge whether each piece of information suggests Napoleon was a ‘saviour’ or ‘tyrant’ (both of these words are the key word list. There is a HA and LA version of this card sort. A final summary statement, asking pupils to use evidence from the card sort to support their view, and add an explanation (PEE/PEA)

From the AQA History A Level course: "Industrialisation and the People: Britain c1783-1885’. Detailed information from chapter 22 on economic developments, including lesson/revision questions and activities at the end

This lesson is part of the AQA History GCSE ‘Migration, Empires and the People’ module, specifically section 1: Conquered and Conquerors. Lesson starts with a recap of what students can remember about Alfred the Great, before introducting Knut’s North Sea Empire. Main focus of the lesson is on the significance of Alfred, Knut and Emma of Normandy - mostly who was the most significant. Main task is a card sort where students are provided with evidence that can be attributed one of the three historical figures. First they have to establish who each piece of information belongs to; once that’s done, they must stick them down - the highter to the top of the page they place them, the more significant they deem the piece of evidence. (Provided is a blank copy of the evidence, and a colour coded version to check the answers) Following this, there is the plan for a significance question on Knut. This comes with a blank copy to fill in individually or as a group, and a filled in version for some ideas. Finally, a chance for a written answer or group discussion which of the three (Alfred, Knut, Emma) they think was the most significant and why (When I’ve done this in the past, I’ve often ask them to stick a post-it on the board with their choice and reason)

For the AQA History A Level ‘Industrialisation and the People: Britain c1783-1885’ course This is 2 lessons and a homework; an initial introduction to Lord Liverpool and then a more detailed look into the Acts passed whilst he was PM. There is also a source question at the end which can be adapted for AS level. Although this is aimed at A level, it does only use 2 extracts rather than 3.

Lesson 19 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Lesson 7 of 3.2 - Gaining Control of the Localities. This lesson focuses on development of a network of personal relationships by patronage and the granting of lands, titles and positions at Court. Provides a detailed explanation of patronage, as well as an overview of how Henry VII, Henry VIII and Elizabeth I used patronage, those who benefitted, and the problems that arose from the system. There is then scope for students to build on these notes further.

Lesson 18 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Lesson 6 of 3.2 - Gaining Control of the Localities. Lessons gives detailed notes and examples on the growth of poverty through the period, the effect of the dissolution of the monasteries, and the increase of vagrancy and begging. Includes details beyond the textbook. Follows with some questions to focus note taking, which are also perfect for feedback discussions/debate. Uses the Edexcel Pearson textbook.

Very first lesson for the Edexcel course, so also includes an introduction to the UK Government section of the course, including a brief overview of the topics, the layout of the exam etc. Lesson includes a detailed PPT and a worksheet to fill in. Lesson covers the meaning of democracy, an overview of the difference between direct and representational democracy, and an activity to address the strengths and weaknesses of both. Also provides detailed modern examples of both (Brexit and the 2017 minority government - the latter could be updated depending on the political events of the coming months!) Lesson concludes with an exam question planning session, great for a recap and to discuss essay structure.

This lesson is part of the AQA History GCSE ‘Migration, Empires and the People’ module, specifically section 1: Conquered and Conquerors. This is the third lesson of the course. Begins by looking at the link between France and the kings of England following 1066, before introducing the Angevin Empire. But why ‘Angevin?’ - follow up task introduces the Norman, Angevin and Plantagenet family trees, and what the link is between them. ‘Annotated’ family tree provided to walk through it. Section in the text book should also be read, and then a short task to check understanding. Main task is to annotate a provided map with how the Angevin Empire was formed (important to stress that next lesson will look at the LOSS of the Empire - hence why John is included). 8 mark comparrison question between the North Sea and Angevin empires included, complete with mark scheme. Also includes a homework task to prepare for the next lesson on the Hundred Years War

Lesson 15 in Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors, 1485-1603 spec - for ‘Aspects in breadth: Controlling a fractious nation – changes in Tudor government 1485-1603’. Lesson 3 of 3.2 - Gaining Control of the Localities. Begins with a fun tasks of attempting to read an original document; highlights the importance of literacy and the growth of literacy during the Tudor period. Looks at the growing number of Grammar/English schools,and Oxbridge, as well as examining illiteracy rates and the trends for women. Very detailed notes with examples beyond the text book. Finishes with some key questions to answer. Uses the Edexcel Pearson textbook.

For the Edexcel A Level: Germany and West Germany 1918-89 Part 5: How far was Hitler’s foreign policy responsible for the Second World War? (Source question). Rated ‘Outstanding’ lesson This is focused on the Germany course, but could be adapted easily as the premise remains the same. This is a detailed look through how to answer the interpretation question, including the marking of an example answer, and how to annotate sources (with examples included that match the sample answer). The sample answer would be awarded full marks (it’s from the revision guide!). Also includes a planning sheet to help students with writing their own answer to question. All resources fully provided - my students have always done REALLY well using this.