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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.
This lesson covers the Holocaust and the Nazi plan for the systematic extermination of Jews and other targeted groups. It discusses the Wannsee Conference, Einsatzgruppen, and the establishment of ghettos and concentration camps. Activities include analysing survivor testimonies, completing timelines of key events, and discussing the moral and ethical implications of the Holocaust. Students will learn about the scale and brutality of the genocide and the international response to these atrocities.
This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam.
Those lessons are:
The origins of the Republic 1919
The Weimar Constitution
Early Challenges to Weimar
Challenges from the Left and Right
Hyperinflation 1923
Recovery of the Republic
Weimar International Relations
Early Development of the Nazi Party
Munich Putsch
Nazi Party Rebuilds
Great Depression & The Nazis
Hitler’s Appeal
Hitler Becomes Chancellor
Creation of a Dictatorship
Nazi Germany & Methods of Control
Nazi Germany & Youth
Nazi Germany & Women
Nazi Germany & Religion
Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39
Nazi Germany & The Economy
The Holocaust & The Final solution
Nazi Germany & The Home Front
Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler
Nazi Germany Flash Cards
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This lesson explores the various forms of opposition to Hitler and the Nazi regime, including political resistance, assassination attempts, and the role of the Confessional Church. It covers key figures and groups such as the White Rose and the July 20 plot. Activities include analysing primary sources, discussing the motivations and risks of resistance, and completing worksheets on different resistance movements. Students will understand the diverse ways in which individuals and groups sought to challenge Nazi authority.
This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam.
Those lessons are:
The origins of the Republic 1919
The Weimar Constitution
Early Challenges to Weimar
Challenges from the Left and Right
Hyperinflation 1923
Recovery of the Republic
Weimar International Relations
Early Development of the Nazi Party
Munich Putsch
Nazi Party Rebuilds
Great Depression & The Nazis
Hitler’s Appeal
Hitler Becomes Chancellor
Creation of a Dictatorship
Nazi Germany & Methods of Control
Nazi Germany & Youth
Nazi Germany & Women
Nazi Germany & Religion
Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39
Nazi Germany & The Economy
The Holocaust & The Final solution
Nazi Germany & The Home Front
Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler
Nazi Germany Flash Cards
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.
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This lesson explores the impact of World War II on the German home front, including the effects of Allied bombing, rationing, and the role of women. It covers evacuation programs like the Kinderlandverschickung and the concept of total war. Activities include analysing the effects of bombing on German morale and infrastructure, completing worksheets on wartime changes, and discussing the resilience of the German population. Students will understand the challenges faced by civilians during the war and the societal changes it prompted.
This is one lesson in a series of 24 on Nazi Germany, designed and successfully taught to an IGCSE cohort who achieved record grades. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for the exam.
Those lessons are:
The origins of the Republic 1919
The Weimar Constitution
Early Challenges to Weimar
Challenges from the Left and Right
Hyperinflation 1923
Recovery of the Republic
Weimar International Relations
Early Development of the Nazi Party
Munich Putsch
Nazi Party Rebuilds
Great Depression & The Nazis
Hitler’s Appeal
Hitler Becomes Chancellor
Creation of a Dictatorship
Nazi Germany & Methods of Control
Nazi Germany & Youth
Nazi Germany & Women
Nazi Germany & Religion
Nazi Germany & Jewish Persecution 1933-39
Nazi Germany & The Economy
The Holocaust & The Final solution
Nazi Germany & The Home Front
Nazi Germany & Opposition to Hitler
Nazi Germany Flash Cards
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.
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This lesson details the Iranian Revolution of 1979, which resulted in the overthrow of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi and the establishment of an Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Khomeini. It covers the causes, key events, and consequences of the revolution, including political repression, economic struggles, and the influence of religious leaders. Activities include researching the causes, categorising evidence, and writing essays. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the factors that led to the revolution and its impact on Iran.
This is one lesson in a series of 20 on the late 20th and early 21st Century. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
Modern Britain – The Windrush Generation
Modern Africa – Apartheid
Modern Europe – The European Union
Modern World – A History of Video Games
Modern World – Shigeru Miyamoto & Nintendo
Modern World – Space Telescopes
Modern World – Manned Space Flight
Moden World – Interplanetary Probes
Modern World – Mars Rovers
Modern Britain – Margaret Thatcher
Modern World – Iranian Revolution 1979
Modern World – Gulf War 1991
Modern World – Afghan War 2001 – 2022
Modern World – Iraq War 2003
Modern Technology – Deepmind, ChatGTP & AI
Modern World – Dubai Miracle
Modern World – Sovereign Wealth Funds
Modern Technology – Quantum Computing
Modern World – History of Environmentalism
Modern Technology - Blockchain
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.
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This lesson explores the Gulf War of 1990-1991, focusing on the conflict between Iraq and a US-led coalition following Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait. It covers the causes, key events such as Operation Desert Storm, and the consequences of the war. Activities include watching videos, completing relay and storyboard tasks, and discussing the impact of the war on the Middle East and international relations. Students will understand the geopolitical dynamics and military strategies involved in the Gulf War.
This is one lesson in a series of 20 on the late 20th and early 21st Century. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
Modern Britain – The Windrush Generation
Modern Africa – Apartheid
Modern Europe – The European Union
Modern World – A History of Video Games
Modern World – Shigeru Miyamoto & Nintendo
Modern World – Space Telescopes
Modern World – Manned Space Flight
Moden World – Interplanetary Probes
Modern World – Mars Rovers
Modern Britain – Margaret Thatcher
Modern World – Iranian Revolution 1979
Modern World – Gulf War 1991
Modern World – Afghan War 2001 – 2022
Modern World – Iraq War 2003
Modern Technology – Deepmind, ChatGTP & AI
Modern World – Dubai Miracle
Modern World – Sovereign Wealth Funds
Modern Technology – Quantum Computing
Modern World – History of Environmentalism
Modern Technology - Blockchain
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.
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This lesson covers the history of apartheid in South Africa, focusing on the system of racial segregation and the struggle for equality. It includes key events such as the Sharpeville Massacre, the Soweto Uprising, and the end of apartheid with Nelson Mandela’s election. Activities include watching videos, sorting timeline cards, and completing worksheets on the key events leading to the end of apartheid. Students will understand the social and political changes that dismantled apartheid and the significance of the transition to democracy.
This is one lesson in a series of 20 on the late 20th and early 21st Century. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
Modern Britain – The Windrush Generation
Modern Africa – Apartheid
Modern Europe – The European Union
Modern World – A History of Video Games
Modern World – Shigeru Miyamoto & Nintendo
Modern World – Space Telescopes
Modern World – Manned Space Flight
Moden World – Interplanetary Probes
Modern World – Mars Rovers
Modern Britain – Margaret Thatcher
Modern World – Iranian Revolution 1979
Modern World – Gulf War 1991
Modern World – Afghan War 2001 – 2022
Modern World – Iraq War 2003
Modern Technology – Deepmind, ChatGTP & AI
Modern World – Dubai Miracle
Modern World – Sovereign Wealth Funds
Modern Technology – Quantum Computing
Modern World – History of Environmentalism
Modern Technology - Blockchain
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.
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This lesson examines the life and legacy of Margaret Thatcher, the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. It covers her economic reforms, leadership during the Falklands War, and the controversies surrounding her policies. Activities include watching videos, sorting timeline cards, and discussing the positive and negative impacts of her tenure. Students will engage in debates and writing tasks to critically assess Thatcher’s influence on modern Britain.
This is one lesson in a series of 20 on the late 20th and early 21st Century. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
Modern Britain – The Windrush Generation
Modern Africa – Apartheid
Modern Europe – The European Union
Modern World – A History of Video Games
Modern World – Shigeru Miyamoto & Nintendo
Modern World – Space Telescopes
Modern World – Manned Space Flight
Moden World – Interplanetary Probes
Modern World – Mars Rovers
Modern Britain – Margaret Thatcher
Modern World – Iranian Revolution 1979
Modern World – Gulf War 1991
Modern World – Afghan War 2001 – 2022
Modern World – Iraq War 2003
Modern Technology – Deepmind, ChatGTP & AI
Modern World – Dubai Miracle
Modern World – Sovereign Wealth Funds
Modern Technology – Quantum Computing
Modern World – History of Environmentalism
Modern Technology - Blockchain
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.
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A great lesson looking at the incredible life and journey of Queen Al Khayzuran who had so much influence over the Islamic Golden Age. This lesson includes an extended reading task, a timeline sort and resources for a ‘This Is Your Life’ creative and performance task.
This is one lesson in a series of 6 on Ancient Baghdad. An excellent case study in the importance of the this city and region during the Islamic Golden Age. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
Baghdad – The City
Baghdad – The Silk Roads
Baghdad – Queen Al Khayzuran
Baghdad – 1001 Arabian Nights
Baghdad – The House of Wisdom
Baghdad – The Siege of Baghdad 1258
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.
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Good lesson looking at the origins of 1001 Arabian Nights. Activities involve students studying some of the most famous stories and drawing out common features before being given the support and resources to write their own 1001 Arabian Night’s style story.
This is one lesson in a series of 6 on Ancient Baghdad. An excellent case study in the importance of the this city and region during the Islamic Golden Age. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
Baghdad – The City
Baghdad – The Silk Roads
Baghdad – Queen Al Khayzuran
Baghdad – 1001 Arabian Nights
Baghdad – The House of Wisdom
Baghdad – The Siege of Baghdad 1258
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.
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A series of 20 lssons on late 20th and early 21st Century History. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
Modern Britain – The Windrush Generation
Modern Africa – Apartheid
Modern Europe – The European Union
Modern World – A History of Video Games
Modern World – Shigeru Miyamoto & Nintendo
Modern World – Space Telescopes
Modern World – Manned Space Flight
Moden World – Interplanetary Probes
Modern World – Mars Rovers
Modern Britain – Margaret Thatcher
Modern World – Iranian Revolution 1979
Modern World – Gulf War 1991
Modern World – Afghan War 2001 – 2022
Modern World – Iraq War 2003
Modern Technology – Deepmind, ChatGTP & AI
Modern World – Dubai Miracle
Modern World – Sovereign Wealth Funds
Modern Technology – Quantum Computing
Modern World – History of Environmentalism
Modern Technology - Blockchain
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.
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This lesson explores the formation of the European Union from its early days the ECSC, through the Treaty of Rome and Maastricht and to the introduction of the Euro. Student activities include comprehension questions, timeline activities, research into the big moments in EU history (resources all included), essay writing and peer assessments.
This is one lesson in a series of 20 on the late 20th and early 21st Century. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
Modern Britain – The Windrush Generation
Modern Africa – Apartheid
Modern Europe – The European Union
Modern World – A History of Video Games
Modern World – Shigeru Miyamoto & Nintendo
Modern World – Space Telescopes
Modern World – Manned Space Flight
Moden World – Interplanetary Probes
Modern World – Mars Rovers
Modern Britain – Margaret Thatcher
Modern World – Iranian Revolution 1979
Modern World – Gulf War 1991
Modern World – Afghan War 2001 – 2022
Modern World – Iraq War 2003
Modern Technology – Deepmind, ChatGTP & AI
Modern World – Dubai Miracle
Modern World – Sovereign Wealth Funds
Modern Technology – Quantum Computing
Modern World – History of Environmentalism
Modern Technology - Blockchain
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.
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Smart little lesson looking at the key philosophes and thinkers of the Islamic Golden Age, specially those that spent time at the House of Wisdom in Baghdad. Students will study the influence of Al Razi, al-Khwarizmi, Abū al‐Qāsim and Al-Jahiz among others. Students will then be supported in creating a museum exhibit on their chosen thinker before showing their work to the rest of the class.
This is one lesson in a series of 6 on Ancient Baghdad. An excellent case study in the importance of the this city and region during the Islamic Golden Age. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
Baghdad – The City
Baghdad – The Silk Roads
Baghdad – Queen Al Khayzuran
Baghdad – 1001 Arabian Nights
Baghdad – The House of Wisdom
Baghdad – The Siege of Baghdad 1258
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.
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Students learn about Charles V’s reign, examining his influence on European politics and religion. Activities include analysing maps, watching video summaries, and discussing Charles V’s impact through group presentations and debates, enhancing understanding of his contributions and challenges.
Taken from a series of 5 lessons on The Habsburgs An excellent case study in the importance of this family to the history of Europe, from uniting much of it under Charles, to turning the Ottoman advance into Europe to the Enlightenment. No study of Europe would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
An Overview of the Dynasty
Charles V
The Battle of Vienna
Congress of Vienna
Vienna & The Enlightenment
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Students look into the Congress of Vienna, exploring its goals and outcomes. Activities include video tasks, creating fact files on key figures, and participating in a mock debate to understand the redrawing of European borders and the balance of power principle.
Taken from a series of 5 lessons on The Habsburgs An excellent case study in the importance of this family to the history of Europe, from uniting much of it under Charles, to turning the Ottoman advance into Europe to the Enlightenment. No study of Europe would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
An Overview of the Dynasty
Charles V
The Battle of Vienna
Congress of Vienna
Vienna & The Enlightenment
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.
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This lesson covers the 1683 Siege of Vienna, highlighting the Habsburg defence against the Ottoman Empire. Activities involve video analysis, creating battle timelines, and role-playing key figures to understand strategic decisions and their consequences on European history.
Taken from a series of 5 lessons on The Habsburgs An excellent case study in the importance of this family to the history of Europe, from uniting much of it under Charles, to turning the Ottoman advance into Europe to the Enlightenment. No study of Europe would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
An Overview of the Dynasty
Charles V
The Battle of Vienna
Congress of Vienna
Vienna & The Enlightenment
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.
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Students explore the rise and fall of the Habsburg dynasty, covering their vast empire and key historical events. Activities include sorting timeline cards, video notes on major achievements, and discussing religious tolerance using PEEKA paragraph planning.
Taken from a series of 5 lessons on The Habsburgs An excellent case study in the importance of this family to the history of Europe, from uniting much of it under Charles, to turning the Ottoman advance into Europe to the Enlightenment. No study of Europe would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
An Overview of the Dynasty
Charles V
The Battle of Vienna
Congress of Vienna
Vienna & The Enlightenment
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This lesson examines Vienna’s role in the Enlightenment, focusing on cultural and intellectual advancements. Activities involve researching Enlightenment figures, creating presentations, and performing a scripted salon conversation to explore how Vienna became a hub of progressive ideas and reforms.
Taken from a series of 5 lessons on The Habsburgs An excellent case study in the importance of this family to the history of Europe, from uniting much of it under Charles, to turning the Ottoman advance into Europe to the Enlightenment. No study of Europe would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board.
Those lessons are:
An Overview of the Dynasty
Charles V
The Battle of Vienna
Congress of Vienna
Vienna & The Enlightenment
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.
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Students explore the Sumerian civilisation, focusing on their innovations in writing, architecture, and law. Activities include analysing cuneiform tablets, studying the Ziggurat of Ur, and reading excerpts from the Epic of Gilgamesh. They sort events into a chronological timeline and recreate scenes from Gilgamesh in a cartoon strip, deepening their understanding of Sumerian culture and its impact on later civilisations.
Taken from a series of 10 lessons on The Bronze Age. They provide an excellent and engaging introduction to the ancient world and addresses many of the founding civilisations, stories and achievements that shape the rest of history.
No study of history would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board, external and internal. They are also a huge amount of fun to teach!
Those lessons are:
Bronze Age Overview
Sumerians and Mesopotamia
Indus Valley
The Magan People of Arabia (The UAE & Oman)
Minoans on Crete and the Minotaur
Mycenaeans and the Trojan War
The Shang & Zhou Dynasty
The Legend of Atlantis
The Sea Peoples – Migration or Conquest?
The Mystery of the Bronze Age Collapse
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This lesson delves into Minoan civilisation, their palaces, and the myth of the Minotaur. Activities include watching documentaries, analysing the Palace of Knossos, and discussing the impact of the Thera eruption. Students recreate the legend of the Minotaur in a storyboard, engage in debates about Minoan achievements, and explore the cultural significance of bull-leaping, connecting myths with archaeological evidence.
Taken from a series of 10 lessons on The Bronze Age. They provide an excellent and engaging introduction to the ancient world and addresses many of the founding civilisations, stories and achievements that shape the rest of history.
No study of history would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board, external and internal. They are also a huge amount of fun to teach!
Those lessons are:
Bronze Age Overview
Sumerians and Mesopotamia
Indus Valley
The Magan People of Arabia (The UAE & Oman)
Minoans on Crete and the Minotaur
Mycenaeans and the Trojan War
The Shang & Zhou Dynasty
The Legend of Atlantis
The Sea Peoples – Migration or Conquest?
The Mystery of the Bronze Age Collapse
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.
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Students learn about the Magan people, their trade networks, and archaeological findings at Jebel Buhais. Activities include studying the region’s geography, understanding the importance of copper trade, and reading comprehension exercises on Magan’s economic focus. They create teaching resources on topics like domestication and pearl diving, and present their findings, illustrating the region’s significance during the Bronze Age.
Taken from a series of 10 lessons on The Bronze Age. They provide an excellent and engaging introduction to the ancient world and addresses many of the founding civilisations, stories and achievements that shape the rest of history.
No study of history would be complete without these lessons. Each lesson is designed to cover a range of historical and exam skills to build up students knowledge and exam skills ready for any exam board, external and internal. They are also a huge amount of fun to teach!
Those lessons are:
Bronze Age Overview
Sumerians and Mesopotamia
Indus Valley
The Magan People of Arabia (The UAE & Oman)
Minoans on Crete and the Minotaur
Mycenaeans and the Trojan War
The Shang & Zhou Dynasty
The Legend of Atlantis
The Sea Peoples – Migration or Conquest?
The Mystery of the Bronze Age Collapse
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
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