Welcome to RA Resources. I have an extended range of fully resourced, high quality History lessons for KS2, KS3 and GCSE aimed at schools, tutors and home learning. Having taught History abroad and then in Cornwall for 20 years, these lessons reflect my creativity and teaching experience.
Please feel free to email me with any enquiries about the resources on offer. You can keep up to date with my latest published lessons using the Facebook link in my shop.
Welcome to RA Resources. I have an extended range of fully resourced, high quality History lessons for KS2, KS3 and GCSE aimed at schools, tutors and home learning. Having taught History abroad and then in Cornwall for 20 years, these lessons reflect my creativity and teaching experience.
Please feel free to email me with any enquiries about the resources on offer. You can keep up to date with my latest published lessons using the Facebook link in my shop.
This lesson examines the main features of Norman castles and then explains to the students how to form an explanation about WHY William built the castles. 19 slides in total with graded outcomes, recap, starter, background information, a choice of tasks, exam focus, plenary and fact sheet for the lesson.
This lesson completes the second unit of Anglo-Saxon and Norman England and asks the students to evaluate the main reasons why William was able to maintain his power.
The lesson includes:
Clear learning aims and outcomes linked to GCSE Grades
Discuss and diagram about how William has kept control
A focus task on a 16 mark question
A printable explanation worksheet to encourage students how to explain the reasons
An interactive printable worksheet where students can evaluate each reason
A fact sheet so you will not need the use of other books
Plenary to recap previous learning from this unit.
2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. At times, the images I have wanted to use have been restricted and so you may wish to use your own. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
This lesson aims to explain the workings of the Feudal System, the roles in a feudal society and the benefits it gave William as king.
The lesson includes: Clear learning aim with learning outcomes linked to GCSE grades, a recap from previous learning, an engaging starter task, background information, a pit-stop plenary, a choice of tasks for all levels and learning styles, clearly written instructions in the notes section of each slide, exam practice questions, extension questions, a plenary, differentiation for higher ability students and two fact sheets which can be used on its own or alongside other resources you may have.
2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. At times, the images I have wanted to use have been restricted and so you may wish to use your own. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
This lesson covers the importance of the Church in Norman society as well as the importance it had to William as a means to help him control England.
The lesson includes: Clear learning aims with learning outcomes linked to GCSE grades, a recap from previous learning, an engaging starter task, background information, a choice of tasks for all levels and learning styles, clearly written instructions in the notes section of each slide, exam practice questions, extension questions, a plenary, differentiation for higher ability students and a fact sheet which can be used on its own or alongside other resources you may have.
2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. At times, the images I have wanted to use have been restricted and so you may wish to use your own. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
This lesson cover the changes introduced by William to law and order. There is a focos on the Forest Laws and the role of the sheriff as well as other changes introduced by the Normans.
The lesson includes: Clear learning aim with learning outcomes linked to GCSE grades, a recap from previous learning, an engaging starter task, background information, a pit-stop plenary, a choice of tasks for all levels and learning styles, clearly written instructions in the notes section of each slide, exam practice questions, extension questions, a plenary, differentiation for higher ability students and two fact sheets which can be used on its own or alongside other resources you may have.
2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. At times, the images I have wanted to use have been restricted and so you may wish to use your own. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are, to the best of my knowledge, all in the public domain. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
This lesson looks encourages the students to explain the ideas they have been taught about WHY there was a lack of progress in the ideas about how disease was caused in the Medieval period 1250-1500. Students are provided with an outline of the reasons and helpful information about how to structure a 12 mark answer based on this question.
The lesson includes a recap from previous learning, a focussed starter task, background information about the wider historical context, a set of learning tasks which are differentiated for higher and lower ability, extention task/s, a focus on the exam with a 12 mark question, a review (plenary) and finally a fact sheet which can be used as a replacement for any books.
Please be kind enough to leave a review if you have found this lesson effective.
This lesson examines how the advancement in technology has helped improve the ability of doctors to diagnose and treat patients. It includes all the information needed to teach the lesson without the need for a text book. Students will create their own timeline of key pieces of technology and then explain the impact this technology has had. There is a model 16 mark answer included.
2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are, to the best of my knowledge, all in the public domain. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
This lesson can be specifically used for Edexcel GCSE History (1-9) British Depth Study – Henry VIII & his Ministers OR it can be easily adapted to teach students about the failure of Wolsey’s Amicable Grant in 1525. The lesson is suited for or could easily be adapted for students aged 12-16
This lesson examines the following questions relating to the Amicable Grant:
What was the Amicable Grant?
Why was the Amicable Grant required?
Why was the Amicable Grant controversial?
What were the consequences of the Amicable Grant?
How did it contribute towards Wolsey’s downfall?
This is a fully resourced lesson which includes a printable fact sheet based on the GCSE Edexcel specification as well as worksheets, discussion tasks, engaging background information, warm up tasks and learning reviews.
The downloaded lesson includes the following:
1x A4 printable worksheet
1x main Power Point:
Slide 1: Title slide – Thomas Wolsey and the Amicable Grant
Slide 2: Main Lesson Aims
Slide 3-4: Previous Learning Recap: Recapping Wolsey’s Reforms (Enclosure, Finances, the Eltham Ordinances & Justice). Answers revealed.
Slide 5: As You Enter Warm Up: Do you know the tax system today?
Slide 6-8: Starter – Three problem solving questions with multiple choice answers for students to reason. Answers revealed for what actually happened.
Slide 9-10: Background Information – including a simple map of Europe to show the Holy Roman Empire.
Slide 11-12: Task 1 – Storyboard task with instructions and printable sheet
Slide 13: Task 2 – Link to the A4 worksheet
Slide 14: Task 3 – Source Inference (aimed at higher ability)
Side 15: Follow Up Challenge Tasks
Slide 16: Example Exam Questions
Slide 17: Lesson Fact Sheet – Based on the GCSE Edexcel Specification
Slide 18-19: Learning Review Crossword – with answers revealed.
Slide 20: Original Map which can be edited for personal use.
I would be really grateful if you could leave a review for the lesson if you feel the lesson is effective for you. Many thanks if you spend some of your valuable time doing this as feedback is highly valued.
All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you.
In this lesson, students will investigate the brief marriage and relationship between Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves. The lesson is suited for or could easily be adapted for students aged 12-16
This lesson examines the following questions relating to Cromwell’s Reforms:
Why did Henry VIII marry Anne of Cleves in 1540?
Why was the marriage between Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves annulled?
Why was their marriage significant for Henry VIII?
This is a fully resourced lesson which includes a printable fact sheet based on the GCSE Edexcel specification as well as worksheets, discussion tasks, engaging background information, warm up tasks and learning reviews.
The downloaded lesson includes the following:
2x A4 worksheets
3x A4 Wives of Henry VIII worksheets
1x main Power Point:
Slide 1: Title slide – The Significance of Henry VIII’s Marriage to Anne of Cleves.
Slide 2: Main Lesson Aims
Slide 3: As You Enter Warm Up: What do you know about Henry VIII’s previous three marriages?
Slide 4-8: Starter Task: A multiple-choice problem-solving activity to pick the most suitable wife for Henry.
Slide 9: Source Analysis: Students analyse a contemporary source which describes Anne of Cleves. Questions included.
Slide 10-11: Background Information: Key information about the location of Cleves and the significance of Hans Holbein the Younger’s portrait of Anne of Cleves.
Slide 12: Task 1: An overview of the two worksheets students need to complete.
Slide 10-11: Task 1 – Students use a table to break down the reforms, and their impact.
Slide 13-14: Task 2 – An activity based on the significance of Henry’s marriage with Anne of Cleves – answers given.
Slide 15: Bonus Timeline Activity
Slide 16: Follow Up Challenge Questions
Slide 17: Example Exam Questions
Slide 18-19: Learning Review 1: Match the reasons activity – answers provided.
Slide 20-21: Learning Review 2: Quiz with answers provided.
Slide 22: Lesson Fact Sheet
Slide 23: Original map of Europe if required for editing purposes.
I would be grateful if you could leave a review for the lesson if you feel the lesson is effective for you. Many thanks if you spend some of your valuable time doing this as feedback is highly valued.
All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you.
In this lesson, students will study Henry VIII’s key laws which led to the Break from Rome – the Act of Succession and the Act of Supremacy. The lesson is suited for or could easily be adapted for students aged 12-16
This lesson examines the following questions:
What was the Act of Succession and why was it significant?
What was the Act of Supremacy and why was it significant?
What role did Cromwell play in enforcing the two new acts – the Oath of Succession and Treason Act (1534).
This is a fully resourced lesson which includes a printable fact sheet as well as worksheets, discussion tasks, engaging background information, warm up tasks and learning reviews.
The downloaded lesson includes the following:
1x A4 printable worksheets great for catch up, homework or classroom use.
2x A4 printable Exam question practice sheets
1x main Power Point:
Slide 1: Title slide – The Act of Succession and the Act of Supremacy
Slide 2: Main Lesson Aims
Slide 3: As You Enter Warm Up Discussion: How would you feel if you had to change your belief in something?
Slide 4-5: Recap Quiz: 8 multiple choice questions about Henry VIII’s Break from Rome.
Slide 6: Starter Task: Key terms (Act, Succession and Supremacy)
Slide 7: Starter Task 2: Source analysis of two extracts from the Act of Succession and Act of Supremacy.
Slide 8-11: Background Information: Clear background information about the Act of Succession, the Act of Supremacy and Cromwell’s enforcement using the Oath of Succession and Treason Act.
Slide 12: Task 1: Create a speech or poster informing people about the two acts and the changes.
Slide 13: Task 2: An outline to the worksheet based tasks also included in the lesson.
Slide 14: Follow Up Challenge Tasks.
Slide 15-16: Example Exam Questions – Linked to the additional worksheets included with the lesson.
Slide 17-18: Learning Review Quiz
Slide 19: Lesson Fact Sheet
I would be grateful if you could leave a review for the lesson if you feel the lesson is effective for you. Many thanks if you spend some of your valuable time doing this as feedback is highly valued.
All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you.
Lesson Summary: Part 1 of two lessons that starts to look at the events of the Battle of Hastings and also the advantages and disadvantages of the Norman and Anglo-Saxon armies.
Slide 1: Learning Aim and Key Terms
Slide 2: GCSE Learning Outcomes
Slide 3: Printable recap crossword to recall key terms about the Battle of Gate Fulford and Stamford Bridge from previous learning.
Slide 4: Crossword answers revealed on the board.
Slide 5: Starter - Spot the difference (with differentiation) between the Norman Knights and Saxon Housecarls.
Slide 6: Background clip with 8 linked questions
Slide 7: Background information about the main events leading up to the 14th October.
Slide 8: Background slide covering the Fryd.
Slide 9: Task Instructions for the ‘Living Graph’.
Slide 10: Printable worksheet to give students so they can track each stage of the Battle of Hastings and rate the success of both sides.
Slide 11: Example slide of how to complete the living graph
Slide 12: Extension task involving the theme of turning points in the Battle of Hastings.
Slide 13: Replacement/alternative worksheet with three sets of differentiated questions which are answered using the fact sheets.
Slide 14: A selection of 4 mark ‘Describe two features of’ type questions.
Slide 15: Plenary - A recap pyramid.
Slide 16: Just for fun slide with funny Bayeaux Tapestry cartoon.
Slide 17-18: Fact sheets for the lesson which can be used as a revision tool, recap sheet or solely for the lesson itself without the need for the text books.
This lesson looks at the development of aseptic surgery, x-rays and blood transfusions and their limits at the start of the war. All resources for the lesson are included.
2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. At times, the images I have wanted to use have been restricted and so you may wish to use your own. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
A4 Worksheet: Two example of 4 mark questions for students to write their answers on and a worksheet for the lesson.
Power Point:
Slide 1: Title - To examine the new methods used to carry out ‘old’ crimes in the modern period.
Slide 2: Recap of the previous lesson - picture clues
Slide 3: Discussion task - how and why might the methods of crime change?
Slide 4: Activity sheet outline and follow up challenge tasks
Slide 5: An example of how to answer the 4 mark question with a model answer and instructions
Slide 6-7: Two 4 mark questions
Slide 8: Lesson fact sheet
Slide 9: Learning review 10 question quiz
Slide 10: Learning review 10 question quiz answers
2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, all photographic and illustrative images have been attributed where appropriate and/or are all in the public domain. Clipart/vector images are all creativecommons.publicdomain.zero.1.0 which do not have to be attributed. If you have any issues regarding copyright please email me in the first instance.
This lesson helps students understand a variety of reasons why there was an increase in exploration from European countries during the reign of the Tudors. This can be taught as part of a Tudor society unit or a stand alone lesson. You will receive:
1 x Power Point: Includes lesson aims, starter task activities, discussion tasks, background information, activity instructions, model answers, learning review quiz and more.
1 x Fact Sheet which includes the main reasons for the increase in exploration which students need to read through and categorise.
This lesson examines the role of civil rights organisations such as CORE, NCAAP, RCNL, the Church and to a lesser extent the role of universities. It looks at their main aims, their methods as well as the attitude that white Americans had towards them.
I have included two fact sheets (one slightly differentiated) with the information needed for this part of the course which can be found on the final two slides. Therefore, no other resources are needed for the teaching of this lesson.
The lesson is as follows:
Slide 1: Title slide
Slide 2: Lesson Key Questions
Slide 3: Last lesson recap activity
Slide 4: Source based last lesson recap - inference question
Slide 5-10: Background information about the civil rights organisations
Slide 11-12: Task One Table fill explanation and resources
Slide 13: Learning Task Two questions
Slide 14: Creative Challenge Task (To produce a CORE leaflet)
Slide 15: Source Inference Practice
Slide 16-17: Key Term Match Up Activity
Slide 18: Lesson Fact Sheet
Slide 19: Differentiated Lesson Fact Sheet
Please note that all images (clipart/photographs/vectors) used in this presentation, to be best of my knowledge, are copyright free and in the public domain unless otherwise attributed in the links. If you feel any errors have been made please contact me directly in the first instance to resolve the issue. Thank you.
This lesson specifically examines the main reasons why the Montgomery Bus Boycott was successful in achieving its aim of desegregating buses in 1956. As well as other activities, students will then have an opportunity to answer a 12 mark practice exam question on this topic.
I have included two fact sheets (one slightly differentiated) with the information needed for this part of the course which can be found on the final two slides. Therefore, no other resources are needed for the teaching of this lesson.
The presentation includes the following:
Slide 1: Title slide
Slide 2: Lesson Key Questions
Slide 3-4: Key Term Match Up Recap and answers
Slides 5-7: Previous Learning about the Bus Boycott Chronology Activity with printable sheet and answers
Slide 8: Source Starter Task Analysis
Slide 9: Source Starter Task Analysis Student Print Out
Slide 10: Background information about the success of the case
Slide 11: Class discuss and source about why the boycott was successful
Slide 12: Basic comprehension style worksheet about the court case
Slides 13-16: An overview of the 12 mark question and how to structure (includes a model answer PEE paragraph)
Slide 17: A printable table for students to organise their notes about the reasons
Slide 18: Challenge Follow Up Questions
Slides 19-20: True or False Learning Review
Slides 21-22: Fact Sheets for the lesson
Please note that all images (clipart/photographs/vectors) used in this presentation, to be best of my knowledge, are copyright free and in the public domain unless otherwise attributed in the links. If you feel any errors have been made please contact me directly in the first instance to resolve the issue. Thank you.