An introductory lesson/task for the Industrial Revolution. Pupils read the information sheet to complete a comparison task/sheet on aspects of British life in 1750, and then in 1900. (L5 task) Additional questions ask pupils to consider the similarities and differences between today and 1750 (or 1900), and consider the reasons for those differences. (L6+ tasks) I have also added a numeracy based task on the growing population. Enjoy.

Numerous resources focusing on the course and main developments of WWII in Europe. See titles of various documents for further details.

A murder mystery into the death of William Rufus in 1100. Pupils analyse suspect cards to come up with their own theory on what happened to him, and who was/were responsible.

A simple resource looking at the origins, traditions and stories associated with Hanukkah. Youtube links, dreidel, menorah etc. covered

A simple resource looking at the origins, traditions and stories associated with Diwali. Youtube links, cartoon strip and rangoli patterns covered.

A simple resource looking at the causes and consequences of the Murder of Thomas Beckett in 1170. Tasks include a video/question activity, questioning, and an extended writing task. Enjoy!

A simple task to get pupils to think about what constitutes a national hero, what that person had to do to deserve such admiration, and whether or not Henry Tudor (VII) deserved such a title in 1916 when statues representing heroes of Welsh History were unveiled for the first time in Cardiff City Hall in 1916. The powerpoint/task is self explanatory, and has proven successful in getting pupils to consider how values have changed since 1916. One slide referring to the 11 statues provides an opportunity for a lively debate on whether or not they think they should still be regarded as heroes, and if not, who they'd replace them with! Enjoy!

A resource looking at the various causes of WWII. The worksheet refers to a number of factors, e.g. impact of Versailles, failure of the former allies to cooperate, failure of the League of Nations, foreign policies of the dictators (Hitler, Mussolini and Stalin), impact of appeasement and the Great Depression etc. Revision activity and a possible exam question included.

A number of resources looking at the developments (both positive and negative) in European relations in the immediate post-WWI period, and into the 1920s. Resources refer to the Treaty of Versailles, invasion of the Ruhr, Locarno, Kellogg-Briand etc. Revision activities and possible exam questions included.

A task for higher ability pupils, looking at the various factors behind the abolition of the slave trade in 1807. The ppt. is self-explanatory, and provides structure for the pupils as they work through the different tasks. This has proved popular with my classes, and with colleagues. Enjoy!

*Information booklet on the Causes of Illness and Disease over time *Exam style questions

Information booklets and Tasks (based on WJEC exam) on KQ1 (Causes, Events and Results of the 1905 Revolution).

Information booklets and Tasks (based on WJEC exam) on KQ2 (Impact of WWI on Russia, 1914-1916).

Resources looking at the problems facing the Provisional Government following the abdication of the Tsar in February 1917. Resources refer to continued involvement in WWI, Dual Power, Lenin's April Theses, the rise (and fall) of the Bolsheviks between March and July 1917, the July Days, Kornilov Affair etc. Significance of events considered.

A number of resources looking at the causes and consequences of the 1905 Revolution. Revision activities and two possible exam questions.

A number of resources looking at the reasons how and why Mussolini set up a Fascist dictatorship in Italy in the period 1922-1926. Resources refer to developments such as the Acerbo Law, murder of Matteotti (including why Mussolini was able to survive the crisis) and the policies/actions introduced once the crisis had passed. Revision activities and possible exam questions included.

A simple resource to assess the knowledge of pupils (either as an exit ticket of Homework activity).

A simple resource to assess pupil knowledge and understanding of the aims and objectives of a lesson.

An activity to help students categorise the positive and negative factors regarding economic policy (War Communism, NEP, Collectivisation and FYPs). Included is a revision ppt. activity (called What's in a Word) to stretch and challenge their understanding. Also includes a revision/planned answer sheet to answer the key question. Useful for GCSE and AS/A2.

A two lesson pack looking at: Lesson 1 - the causes of the Wars of the Roses. Comprehension task based on a cartoon strip. Lesson 2 - the battles. Pupils use a map showing the location of the main battles between 1455 and 1471 (and its key) to create a living graph from the Yorkist perspective. They also analyse the completed living graph with 4 comprehension questions. Within both ppts you will find a pupil progress activity (one at the start of lesson 1, the other at the end of lesson 1/start of lesson 2) aimed at showing progression during lessons/unit of work. There's also a reading research homework activity within the ppt - pupils are asked to select one battle and find five key/interesting facts. They must also evaluate the usefulness of their research media. This task is based on strands within the Literacy Framework. Enjoy!