Industrial Revolution: A Wolsey Academy Scheme of Work on the Industrial Revolution. Target is KS3 but all assessments throughout are GCSE and use Edexcel criteria. Each lesson contains a lesson plan, quick start guide, printable resources, mini plenaries, challenge questions, mark schemes, writing frames, lots of differentiation, a nice mix of activity types and a lesson specific EAL activity sheet. There are 14 lessons in total, but each lesson has enough material to last 2 or 3 lessons for even high ability classes. Most lessons include some high-level source analysis. The lessons also include a link to a site hosting a self-marking End of Unit quiz and a revision guide which make for nice homework activities. The SOW has been used for several years (with continual updates and improvements) at a very successful History department in an outstanding school. If used at KS3 it also acts as a grounding for any History of Medicine modules they might encounter at KS4 (hence the focus on public health and inventions). The SOW covers the following topics: Introduction to the Industrial Revolution (free) Population Boom (free) Factories Coal Mining Transport Robert Stephenson Industrial Revolution inventors Child Labour Public Health Problems Public Health Solutions & Government Intervention Source Question on the Big Stink Luddites British Empire Source Question on Empire William Cuffay & The Chartists (Black History Month lesson) Causes of Indian Independence All Guided Reading Challenges (24 in total - 6 of which directly relevant to the Industrial Revolution & Empire) 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. Hope it helps.

The first 11 lessons of 22 lessons that together teach the entire Vietnam Conflict, 1945-1975. Ideal for all specifications. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, flash cards for revision and assessments and checks throughout. Almost all include a written assessment with guidance and activities that ask students to consider a range of different historical interpretations of the events. All resources needed for the lesson are self-contained within the PowerPoint with printer friendly versions ready to go. The lessons are as follows: PART 1: Vietnam Overview and Timeline Colonial Vietnam General Giap Dien Bien Phu 1954 Geneva Accords 1954 Domino Theory & McCarthyism Ho Chi Minh The Vietcong Strategic Hamlet Program Overthrow of Diem 1963 Gulf of Tonkin Incident 1964 BONUS: Max Hastings Guided Reading Activity - Operation Rolling Thunder PART 2: 12. Vietcong Tactics 13. US Tactics 14. Khe Sanh, Tet & Hue 15. Nixon Doctrine & Vietnamization 16. Opposition to the War – Media & Atrocities 17. My Lai Massacre 1968 18. Opposition to the War – Students, Kent State and the Draft 19. Support for the War – Hard Hats 20. Peace and the Fall of Saigon 1975 21. Why did the US Fail? 22. 80 Flashcards BONUS: Max Hastings Guided Reading Activity - Operation Rolling Thunder Wolsey Academy is a non-profit with every penny we make going to good causes, see our website, Wolsey Academy (Google us), for more information and to access free History games and lots more resources. Hope it helps. W.

Explore the fascinating world of Ancient Greece with this comprehensive 10-lesson series from Wolsey Academy. Each lesson is fully resourced and ready to teach, packed with engaging activities and historical content that bring this vibrant civilisation to life. Covering key topics such as the Minoans and Mycenaeans, the Trojan War, Athenian democracy, the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and the conquests of Alexander the Great, these lessons are designed to captivate students aged 11-14. With interactive tasks like role-plays, creative projects, debates, and timelines, students will actively participate in their learning, developing a deep understanding of Greek philosophy, architecture, mythology, and more. All materials are scaffolded to ensure inclusivity, making the series accessible to learners of varying abilities. Perfect for history teachers looking for a complete, engaging package on Ancient Greece! The Lessons in the series are: The Minoans - Students will re-enact a Minoan bull-leaping event by writing and performing the commentary for a mythical bull-leaping competition, bringing this ancient tradition to life. The Mycenaeans & The Trojan War - Students will create their own version of the Trojan Horse, constructing and presenting how they would use it to infiltrate an enemy city. Homer and Greek Literature - In this lesson, students will work in groups to storyboard key scenes from The Iliad or The Odyssey and present their adaptations to the class. Olympia & The Olympic Games - Students will write and produce a mock newspaper report on the Ancient Olympic Games, discussing the sports, competitors, and the religious significance of the event. Greek Gods & Delphi - Students will engage in a Gods and Myths role-playing activity, where they act as various Greek gods debating their importance in front of the class. Athenian Democracy - This lesson includes a mock Athenian assembly where students participate in a democratic vote on a key issue, experiencing the decision-making process of ancient Athens. The Persian Wars - Students will work together to create a battle strategy for either the Greeks or Persians, then simulate the famous battles using maps and counters to analyse the outcomes. Sparta & The Peloponnesian War - Students will debate the strengths and weaknesses of Sparta versus Athens in a classroom debate, acting as representatives from each city-state. The Athenian Golden Age - Students will set up a museum showcase in which they create displays on different aspects of the Golden Age, including philosophy, architecture, and science, and then present their work to their peers. Alexander the Great - Students will create a timeline of Alexanders major battles and conquests, illustrating his route across Asia and presenting key moments in his empire-building journey.

This bundle offers a wide-ranging exploration of Ancient Rome, tailored for middle school students. Each lesson is designed to engage students with different aspects of Roman civilization, from its foundational periods through its major historical events and figures. Included Lessons: Romans: Introduction: Rise of Rome & Expansion Factors - Understand the origins and expansion of Rome, focusing on the factors that contributed to its growth. Romans - Roman Roads - Learn about the construction and significance of Roman roads in the empire. Romans - Roman Army - Explore the structure and strategies of the Roman legions that helped Rome expand its territories. Romans: Pompeii: Roman Women, Roman Housing, Roman Art - Get a glimpse into the daily life in Pompeii, including insights into Roman social customs, art, and architecture. Romans: Roman Republic: Senate, Consuls, Patricians - Examine the governance structures of the Roman Republic, including the roles of senators, consuls, and patricians. Romans: Roman Medicine & Galen - Investigate Roman advancements in medicine and the contributions of Galen. The Romans - Augustus, Mark Antony, Cleopatra & Empire - Study key figures and events that marked the transition from Republic to Empire. The Romans - Julius Caesar - Focus on the life and impact of Julius Caesar on Rome and the world. The Romans: Nero - Discover the reign of Nero and its implications for Roman society. The Romans: Boudicca’s Revolt - Explore the significant uprising led by Boudicca against Roman rule. The Romans: Constantine the Great & Christianity - Learn about Constantine’s role in the spread of Christianity within the Roman Empire. The Romans: Famous Philosophers - Delve into the lives and ideas of philosophers who flourished during the Roman era. The Romans: Gladiators - Understand the cultural and social role of gladiators in Roman entertainment. The Romans: Hadrian’s Wall - Study the purpose and construction of Hadrian’s Wall. The Romans: Roman Villas - Castle Hill Case Study - Examine a case study of a Roman villa to understand Roman residential architecture. The Romans: Spartacus and the Slave Revolt - Investigate the causes and effects of the Spartacus-led slave revolt. The Romans: The Battle of Teutoburg Forest - Analyse this pivotal battle where Roman forces faced a major defeat. The Romans: The Judean Revolt 66CE - Explore the dynamics and consequences of the Judean revolt against Roman authority. The Romans: The Roman Climate Optimum - Study the climate conditions during Rome’s peak and their impact on the empire. The Romans: The Saxon Shore - Learn about the Roman defensive strategy along the Saxon Shore to protect against invaders. This bundle provides a structured approach to learning about one of history’s most influential civilisations, encouraging students to discover and reflect on the Roman legacy. Each lesson contains all the resources you need to start teaching straight away. For more quality History resources, please visit Wolsey Academy’s main website to buy at a discount and to access our free student RPG History games. We are a non-profit and every penny we make goes to good causes, see our website for more details. We hope it helps, W.

The second set of 11 lessons of 22 lessons that together teach the entire Vietnam Conflict, 1945-1975. Ideal for all specifications. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, flash cards for revision and assessments and checks throughout. Almost all include a written assessment with guidance and activities that ask students to consider a range of different historical interpretations of the events. All resources needed for the lesson are self-contained within the PowerPoint with printer friendly versions ready to go. The lessons are as follows: PART 2: 12. Vietcong Tactics 13. US Tactics 14. Khe Sanh, Tet & Hue 15. Nixon Doctrine & Vietnamization 16. Opposition to the War – Media & Atrocities 17. My Lai Massacre 1968 18. Opposition to the War – Students, Kent State and the Draft 19. Support for the War – Hard Hats 20. Peace and the Fall of Saigon 1975 21. Why did the US Fail? 22. 80 Flashcards BONUS: Max Hastings Guided Reading Activity - Operation Rolling Thunder (PART 1 - available also:) Vietnam Overview and Timeline Colonial Vietnam General Giap Dien Bien Phu 1954 Geneva Accords 1954 Domino Theory & McCarthyism Ho Chi Minh The Vietcong Strategic Hamlet Program Overthrow of Diem 1963 Gulf of Tonkin Incident 1964 BONUS: Max Hastings Guided Reading Activity - Operation Rolling Thunder Wolsey Academy is a non-profit with every penny we make going to good causes, see our website, Wolsey Academy (Google us), for more information and to access free History games and lots more resources. Hope it helps. W.

Perfect for History Club sessions – or active and creative lessons - at primary or secondary level. Includes information and video about the topics and a fun practical activity (which can often take more than one session to complete). All sessions include a weekly advertising poster for display boards, websites and screens around the school. Also included is a loyalty card for students to claim rewards after attending enough lessons. Designed by Wolsey Academy and tried and tested with secondary students in the UK. Topics are as follows: Ancient Egypt – Drama Production Battle of Trafalgar 1805 – Arts and Craft. Guy Fawkes, 1605 – Gunpowder Hunt. Charles Lindbergh, 1927 – Design & Fly a Plane. Pirates – Make a Movie. Thanksgiving – Fancy Dress and Card Design Benjamin Franklin – Make and fly a Kite. Tudor Christmas – Card Making. Battle of Atlantic – Code Breaking Game Medieval Coat of Arms – Research and Heraldry Making. Brunel – Bridge Building Darwin –Voyage of the Beagle, Art Competition. D-Day – Landing Craft Construction and Testing World Cup History – Kit Designs Battle of Quebec – Crane Construction Angkor Wat – Sunrise Drawings Historical Fashion – Clothing Designs Henry Ford – Assembly Line Competition Roman Army – Shield Design and Battle Tactics Role Play Local History: Ipswich Town Football Club – Badge Design. Bonus: King John RPR game booklet - a free History RPG to play online! WolseyAcademy.com, 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.

A series of over 20 lessons made by Wolsey Academy on the Second World War. They provide a thorough foundation of knowledge in this vital period of world history and provide an excellent foundation for all future study. Each lesson looks to focus on a range of historical skills and exam techniques to equip students with knowledge and transferable research, analysis and study skills. To find the complete bundle search on the Wolsey Academy website. 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