The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

Dive into an extensive collection of over forty meticulously crafted lessons on the Cold War, tailored for both middle and high school students. Our curriculum embarks on a historical journey beginning before the outbreak of the Second World War, exploring the depths of Communist ideology and the pivotal moments of the Russian Revolution. It spans across the monumental events leading to the fall of the Berlin Wall and the dissolution of the USSR, providing a comprehensive exploration of this pivotal era in history. Each lesson is enriched with a diverse array of activities, keyword cards, and assessments, all designed to enhance analytical thinking and writing skills. Our resources are crafted to not only educate but to inspire a deeper understanding and curiosity about the Cold War’s complex narratives. The lessons include: Cold War Intro – Timeline and Keywords Capitalism v Communism Pre-WW2 Tensions The Grand Alliance Tensions during WW2 The Three Conferences Conferences – Role Play Lesson The US Atom Bomb Soviet Occupation of Eastern Europe Telegrams and Iron Curtains Truman Doctrine and Marshall Plan Cominform and Comecon Causes of the Berlin Blockade Events of the Berlin Blockade West Germany and NATO Cold War Origins Recap Lesson Korean War Causes Korean War Events Korean War Consequences Arms Race Space Race Hungarian Revolution Causes Hungarian Revolution Events Hungarian Revolution Consequences Berlin Wall Crisis Bay of Pigs Cuban Missile Crisis Consequences of the Cuban Missile Crisis Prague Spring Détente Vietnam War – Background Vietnam War – Gulf of Tonkin Vietnam War – Major Battles Vietnam War – Vietcong Tactics Vietnam War – US Tactics US and China Relations Soviet Invasion of Afghanistan Chernobyl Solidarity & Poland Gorbachev & The end of the USSR Wolsey Academy: Committed to Education and Charity As a proud non-profit organization, Wolsey Academy is dedicated to making a difference. Proceeds from the sale of our educational resources are generously donated to support various charities, details of which can be found on our website. Our commitment to educational excellence and social responsibility underscores everything we do. But our offerings don’t stop there. Wolsey Academy is also your gateway to engaging 3D History games and workbooks, available at no cost for your students to enjoy. These immersive games complement our educational resources, making learning both fun and impactful. And for those who wish to delve deeper into history, we offer the opportunity to purchase additional lessons at a special discount. Visit Wolsey Academy today (just a Google search away) and discover how our resources can enrich your teaching and inspire your students. Together, let’s bring history to life!

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

The Cold War IGCSE Edexcel One lesson from over forty on the Cold War, designed for the IGCSE Edexcel specification but instantly transferable to any other GCSE (or non-GCSE) curriculum. It begins before the Second World War, with the origins of Communist thinking and the Russian Revolution and continues right through the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the USSR. Each lesson comes with a range of activities, keyword cards and assessments. Focus on developing analytical and writing skills. Wolsey Academy is a non-profit organisation and any money we make from the sale of resources goes to one of the charities we support, which can be seen at our website at Wolsey Academy (just google us). In addition, we host great 3D History games, complete with workbooks, that are free for your students to play and complete. Here you can also purchase more of our lessons at a discount.

A lesson looking at the tensions between the USSR and the West before the beginning of the Grand Alliance during the Second World War. Part of our 40 strong scheme of work on superpower relations.

In this lesson, students explore the Pilgrimage of Grace in 1536, a significant uprising in Northern England against Henry VIII’s policies, including the dissolution of monasteries and religious reforms. Activities include video analysis to identify causes, categorising research into religious, economic, and political factors, and writing structured essays. Students will also engage in discussions, creating a ‘Diamond 9’ ranking of the uprising’s causes, and developing scripts for historical role-plays. The lesson aims to highlight the complex motivations behind the rebellion and the widespread resistance to the king’s religious and economic policies. Taken from a series of 20 lessons on Tudor England. They provide an thorough foundation of knowledge in this vital period of European history and 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. Those lessons are: Battle of Bosworth 1485 Henry VII John Cabot Henry VIII & Catherine of Aragon Thomas Wolsey’s Reforms Anne Boleyn Rise of Cromwell Dissolution of the Monasteries Pilgrimage of Grace 1536 Henry VIII & His Wives Edward VI’s Reformation Bloody Mary Elizabeth I – Overview Elizabeth I – Challenges Sir Francis Drake Sir Walter Raleigh Spanish Armada The Mary Rose Shakespeare Wolsey’s Ipswich 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

In this lesson, students explore Sir Francis Drake’s voyages and his pivotal role in defeating the Spanish Armada. Activities include map analysis to chart his journeys, creating detailed expedition logs, and discussing his legacy as a naval commander. Students will participate in reenactments of naval battles, create diary entries from the perspective of a sailor, and engage in group discussions on Drake’s impact on Tudor England. Taken from a series of 20 lessons on Tudor England. They provide an thorough foundation of knowledge in this vital period of European history and 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. Those lessons are: Battle of Bosworth 1485 Henry VII John Cabot Henry VIII & Catherine of Aragon Thomas Wolsey’s Reforms Anne Boleyn Rise of Cromwell Dissolution of the Monasteries Pilgrimage of Grace 1536 Henry VIII & His Wives Edward VI’s Reformation Bloody Mary Elizabeth I – Overview Elizabeth I – Challenges Sir Francis Drake Sir Walter Raleigh Spanish Armada The Mary Rose Shakespeare Wolsey’s Ipswich 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

In this lesson, students explore the lives and significance of Henry VIII’s six wives: Katherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and Katheryn Parr. Activities include video analysis to learn the order and fates of the wives, deep dive extended writing on specific questions, and creating detailed fact files for each queen. Students will also engage in a gallery walk to present and read classmates’ fact files, and complete a recap quiz. The lesson aims to highlight the personal and political reasons behind Henry’s marriages and the impact each wife had on Tudor history. Taken from a series of 20 lessons on Tudor England. They provide an thorough foundation of knowledge in this vital period of European history and 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. Those lessons are: Battle of Bosworth 1485 Henry VII John Cabot Henry VIII & Catherine of Aragon Thomas Wolsey’s Reforms Anne Boleyn Rise of Cromwell Dissolution of the Monasteries Pilgrimage of Grace 1536 Henry VIII & His Wives Edward VI’s Reformation Bloody Mary Elizabeth I – Overview Elizabeth I – Challenges Sir Francis Drake Sir Walter Raleigh Spanish Armada The Mary Rose Shakespeare Wolsey’s Ipswich 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

In this lesson, students discover the life and works of William Shakespeare, one of the greatest writers in English literature. Activities include video analysis of his biography, sorting timeline cards to map his career, and researching one of his plays in detail. Students will perform scenes from Shakespearean plays, create summaries and analyses of selected works, and participate in discussions on Shakespeare’s impact on literature and theatre. Taken from a series of 20 lessons on Tudor England. They provide an thorough foundation of knowledge in this vital period of European history and 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. Those lessons are: Battle of Bosworth 1485 Henry VII John Cabot Henry VIII & Catherine of Aragon Thomas Wolsey’s Reforms Anne Boleyn Rise of Cromwell Dissolution of the Monasteries Pilgrimage of Grace 1536 Henry VIII & His Wives Edward VI’s Reformation Bloody Mary Elizabeth I – Overview Elizabeth I – Challenges Sir Francis Drake Sir Walter Raleigh Spanish Armada The Mary Rose Shakespeare Wolsey’s Ipswich 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