This lesson has been designed for the GCSE Edexcel American West module. All outcomes are linked with Paper Two's Assessment Objectives 1 & 2. The focus of this lesson is to build pupils knowledge surrounding migration and early settlement in the west: Pupils will circulate the room pretending the follow the Oregon Trail (Thsi will me rearranging desks)- along the way pupils will complete a worksheet (Print in A3) encoutering and learning from information sheets focused upon: The Oregon Trail. The 1849 Gold rush. The Donner Party. Mormon Migration. Problems along they way. As outlined by the Edexcel Paper 2 scheme of work. I have also included a homework exam style question complete with tips and a mark scheme. Videos are embedded and links and further advice can be found within the description of the presentation.

This lesson has been designed for the GCSE Edexcel American West module. All outcomes are linked with Paper Two’s Assessment Objectives 1 & 2. The focus of this lesson is to build pupils knowledge regarding the relationships and growing tension between the Plains Indians and settlers between 1835-62. Pupils will begin with a discusion of Sacheen Littlefeather refusing to accept the Best Actor Oscar on behalf of Marlon Brando due to the mistreatment of Native Americans throughout history. Why is this? Pupils will then study and discuss why there may have been tension and conflict between the Plains Indians and settlers; before being introduced to the Fort Laramie Treaty as recommended by the Pearson Edexcel Textbook. Pupils will inquire into the terms of the treaty (see description on the slide for activity advice) and why it was so unfair (class treaty sheet, explained in presentation) before consolidating with an exam style question form paper 2 about the consequences of the Treaty. Videos are embedded and links and further advice can be found within the description of the presentation. you will need the Edexcel GCSE 1-9 American West Text Book to support part of this lesson. **Please see my shop for other History resources and bundles. ** https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/morlem

This lesson has been designed for the GCSE Edexcel American West module. All outcomes are linked with Paper Two's Assessment Objectives 1 & 2. The focus of this lesson is to build pupils knowledge regarding the impact of the transcontinental railroad system on: - Settlers & Farming - Plains Indians -Cattle Industry - National I have created a work booklet to accompany the various tasks of this lesson. Pupils will consolidate their learning with an exam style question (Paper 2 Question 1). I have also included a Homework suggestion. Videos are embedded and links and further advice can be found within the description of the presentation. You may need the Edexcel GCSE 1-9 American West Text Book to support part of this lesson if you wish.

This lesson has been designed for the GCSE Edexcel American West module. All outcomes are linked with Paper Two's Assessment Objectives 1 & 2. The focus of this lesson is to build pupils knowledge regarding the early settlements such as mining towns in the west and the problems of lawlessness. Pupils begin with an inquiry of the problems associated with settling on and near the plains. They will then complete a card sort activity matching the problems with the solutions. Pupils then take part in a mix-pair-share activity to help develop their understanding of some key definitions (US Marshal. sheriff, Posse, vigilante). The main tack involves studying the problems of lawlessness in these early settlements. Pupils conduct a murder mystery investigation, examining clues to determine the cause of death. this activity will cover topics such as gangs & racism, claim jumping and vigilantes. Pupils can then use the information to complete a worksheet to build their contextual knowledge. Videos are embedded and links and further advice can be found within the description of the presentation. There is enough material here to last more than one lesson depending how thorough you wish to be. You may need the Edexcel GCSE 1-9 American West Text Book to support part of this lesson if you wish.

The lesson begin through an inquiry into the 'Black Lives Matter' movement currently happening in the USA. Pupils are encouraged to think why this organisation exists and can they draw any similarities between what a video shows them (embedded) and what was happening in the USA during the 1940s. Pupils develop their own aims if they were to start a civil rights organisation then compare then with the NAACPs. Pupils develop their knowledge on the NAACP through watching a video (embedded) and competing an assessment sheet from what they learn. Pupils then compare the NAACP with CORE and their ethos of using nonviolence to achieve their aims. Pupils study the rules of CORE and complete an activity to embed these in their knowledge (a variety of tasks are suggested for differentiation) Pupils complete the lesson through comparing the successes of both organisations before deciding which organisation assisted the civil rights movement the most. All videos are embedded (links provided) there is also advice on how the lesson could run for your class in the description of the PP.

The purpose of this lesson is to introduce pupils to The VC and their tactics. Pupils will begin with a literacy inquiry into 'Guerrilla Tactics' before being introduced to a short video - pupils are encouraged to note down all the tactics they can spot. Once receiving feedback the teacher will then instruct pupils to rank what they believe at the most effective tactics (judgment line/ whiteboards / sticky notes to explain most effective tactic). Pupils will then be introduced to the VC tunnels and assess two sources of evidence to inquire into the most useful to understand VC tactics (GCSE Edexcel mark scheme included to self / peer assess). Pupils watch a video (embedded) to consolidate. Further advice can be found in the description of the presentation and all videos/ sound clips are embedded (links provided). You may use to wish the Pearson USA textbook to support with the lessons content.

**FREE KNOWLEDGE ORGANISER INCLUDED. ** Lesson begins with pupils relecting upon what they need to revieve the perfect eduxcation. Pupils will engage in a Mix-Pair-Share activity to teach eachother bout the changing views to Educatiion in Elizabethan Society (older attitudes V humanist views). Pupils will then compare a gammar school time table from the Elizabethan era with their own school time table. Pupils are cnouraged to spot the diofrferences / similarfites. the main tack is centered around pupils conducting an 'elizabethan OFSTED Schools inspection based around the following schools, who had access to them interms of sex / social siatus/ age. 1. Grammar Schools 2. Home Schooling 3. Petty Schools 4. Schools for girls 5. Universities Pupils then watch a clip (link in description to identify punishments. Plenary: Pupils pull out of a hat /bag cards with pupil details on them. They then use these to inform where they stand in the appropriate area of the class room which links in with what school that type of pupils would have attended. Further instructions are included in the description of the power point.

A two sided revision sheet for Elizabethan England. - Key Dates & events . Threats at Home and Abroad . Religious Settlement . Elizabethan society and exploration - Key words - Significant Individuals.

**FREE KNOWLEDGE ORGANISER INCLUDED. ** There are two parts to this lesson. 1. Pupils will identify why Mary was a threat. Pupils will be handed a Tudor family tree as they enter class. The question on the board will be: Why was Mary a threat? E.g. She was Catholic or next in line for the Throne. After receiving feedback pupils will then watch a short video clip where they will be further asked to identify other reasons why Mary was a threat to Elizabeth. Pupils will then use this information to describe two feature of Mary’s threat to Elizabeth. (I have a provided a WAGOL to support pupils with this task). 2. Decision making activity. Pupils are then informed about the reasons which led Mary to flee to England. Pupils will engaged in an active decision making activity to decide what Elizabeth should do about the problem of Mary. Pupils will be able to then use this information to form a judgment about what they believe would have been the correct decision for Elizabeth to make. Before it is revealed that Elizabeth decided to imprison Mary for 19 years. A1 paper will be required. There are further instructions and prompts included within the presentation.

The purpose of this lesson is to encourage pupils to reflect upon the progress made by the civil rights movement by 1960. Pupils will inquire into who the freedom riders were and the purpose, aims and possible problems of their movement. Pupils will lead their own learning though the collection of information to then record this information in chronological order on their worksheets to create a time line. All videos, sound clips and random name generator are embedded with further advice upon the structure of the lesson to be found in the description of the presentation. Pupils will complete the lesson though comparing the freedom riders with other nonviolent methods of campaigning so far during the civil rights movement - E.g. Greensboro Sit-ins to then form an overall judgment.

The purpose of this lesson is to introduce pupils to some of the initial causes of the Vietnam War, namely the end of French rule. The lesson begins with a ‘Beware of Landmines!’ (Optional Warm-Up Simulation) before introducing pupils to the 4 question types for paper 3 section 2. Pupils are introduced to Vietnam and how the Cold War led to USA’s involvement - pupils then conduct an investigation into the end of French rule though a role play task -video and a group sticky note activity. Pupils then enquire into the Geneva Accord selecting information to stick around their map to then assess the impact of the convention and evaluate its success. Videos are embedded and further advice on how the run the lesson can be found in the description of the presentation. See my show for more Edexcel lessons.

The purpose of this lesson is to encourage pupils to further consider why Diem was so unpopular though studying the 'Strategic Hamlet Program' and his persecution of Buddhists. Pupils will do this though a combination of tasks (provided within the presentation) charting the involvement of Kennedy to the assassination of Diem. Some key pupils will have a 'secret' mission to recruit other members of the class to join the NFL - all explained within presentation. This knowledge can then be consolidated with an exam style question from Edexcel Paper3, section2, question 3D. (Pupil friendly mark scheme provided) All videos are embedded (links provided) Further advice can be found in the description of the presentation. I have also included a HW charting the progress of US involvement.

This Assembly is designed to enthuse students (of any year group) to take part in a 'Leadership Challenge' which can be completed over the course of a half term. Student booklet is included which once completed can be collected in by their teacher / form tutor / head of year and certificates awarded. Success Criteria: - Become a ‘lead’ learner in lesson. - Peer support. - Lead a group discussion. - Help your form run an assembly. - Help design / run a starter or plenary. - Support an after school / charity event. Assembly begins with a 'hook' clip from Peter Pan's 'Following the Leader' song (embedded). Ask students to reflect upon any leaders they can think of (a good opportunity to reflect not only on world leaders but leadership within school e.g. School Council / Head Boy / Girl). Ask students what qualities you must possess to aspire to a leadership role. A video clip is then shown (embedded) and students are encouraged to identify any leadership skills which have just been identified (either by students or from what was displayed on the Presentation). Students are then introduced to the 'Leadership Challenge', success criteria cards can already be placed upon student chairs upon entering, these can now be addressed. Finishes with a prayer about leadership and encouragement to begin the challenge!

The purpose of this lesson is for students to debate if Nixon was right to keep the invasions of Cambodia and Lao a secret from the US public during his Vietnamisation program. This skill is linked with final 16 mark statement questions found in papers 1 /2 &3. Studentts begin though a starter task of attempting to fill in a blank map completing the names of the countries, the Ho Chi Minh Trail, Gulf of Tonkin and any cities etc. Students are introduced to the invasion of Cambodia through a short video clip of Nixon's televised explanation (embedded). The main task revolves around the teaching and learning strategy of '6 monkeys'. All explained within the resource pack attached . After assessing the impact of this invasion in 1970 students are introduced to the invasion of Laos in 1971 and how the US public reacted to the news of these invasions. Students are to complete a short 4 mark source evaluation activity linked with the Kent State Shooting protest. After these tasks and debates students will be ready to form an overall judgment regarding the initial debate question: Was Nixon right to keep the invasions of Cambodia and Laos a secret from the US population? I have included an extension video showcasing a news report of how currently the US are attempting to get Cambodia to repay for the damages caused during the invasion (video embedded).