Part of a series of lessons linked to the Edexcel IGCSE curriculum for: The USA, 1918-41 All lessons are fully resourced and mapped to match exactly with the contents of the official Edexcel IGCSE textbook and specification. Each lesson is accompanied by a YouTube video that explains the topic that is the focus of the lesson. The Knowledge House lessons contain student-friendly requiring students to categorise, assess significance, sort events chronologically, comprehension, solving keyword anagrams, video-related exercises and other engaging tasks that improve students’ knowledge and understanding of second order concepts. There are extension tasks on each resources, including, but not limited to, Edexcel IGCSE exam questions. There are no content-heavy PPTs that encourage regurgitation and rote memorisation. Rather, our focus is on resources created with the learner in mind. Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any questions or queries. Thank you.

Part of a series of lessons linked to the Edexcel IGCSE curriculum for: The USA, 1918-41 All lessons are fully resourced and mapped to match exactly with the contents of the official Edexcel IGCSE textbook and specification. Each lesson is accompanied by a YouTube video that explains the topic that is the focus of the lesson. The Knowledge House lessons contain student-friendly requiring students to categorise, assess significance, sort events chronologically, comprehension, solving keyword anagrams, video-related exercises and other engaging tasks that improve students’ knowledge and understanding of second order concepts. There are extension tasks on each resources, including, but not limited to, Edexcel IGCSE exam questions. There are no content-heavy PPTs that encourage regurgitation and rote memorisation. Rather, our focus is on resources created with the learner in mind. Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any questions or queries. Thank you.

Links to Chapter 2.3 of Edexcel Henry VIII and his ministers, 1509-1540. Deals with Cromwell's domestic reforms in the areas of government, finance and Parliament.

Either Hodder or Edexcel textbook necessary for some of the activities. Extensive PPT and activities that links to Chapter 3.4 of the new Edexcel GCSE 9-1 textbook, looking at opposition and resistance to the Nazi Party. Lessons on this topic are newly planned to meet the exacting standards of the new specification; they are not recycled lessons from previous years. Encourages independent work and includes engaging resources to bring the topic to life for students. Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any questions.

Either new Edexcel or Hodder textbook necessary for some of these activities. Extensive PPT and activities that links to Chapter 4.3 of the new Edexcel GCSE 9-1 textbook, looking at employment and living standards under the Nazi regime. Lessons on this topic are newly planned to meet the exacting standards of the new specification; they are not recycled lessons from previous years. Encourages independent work and includes engaging resources to bring the topic to life for students.

Extensive lesson that links to chapter 3.3 of the new GCSE Edexcel specification. These lessons are planned using the Pearson textbook, although the textbook is not necessary in order to complete the activities. The lesson covers: (i) consequences of the French and Indian War (ii) Sugar Act (iii) Pontiac's Rebellion (iv) The Paxton Boys There are numerous activities that puts responsibility for learning onto the student. There is one narrative question included on Pontiac's Rebellion. Please email me at markfoley1983@hotmail.com if you have any questions. You can find me at https://www.facebook.com/markfoleyeducation/ where I hope to have a series of GCSE history tutorial videos uploaded over the coming year.

Lesson 7 of 12 that links to the English Reformation, beginning with Martin Luther and documenting the changes under the various Tudor monarchs. This lesson examines the reign of Mary I and how she attempted to reverse Henry and Edward’s religious changes. Students will: Watch a video and answer questions on the reign of Mary I Create a time-line on the chronology of Mary becoming queen Assess the significance of Mary’s various changes to the Church A source utility question on Mary’s reign. There is an exam question linked to Question 2 Paper 1 and Question 3a Paper 3, How useful are Sources A and B … There is a guide to answering this question included. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

Lesson 6 of 12 that links to the English Reformation, beginning with Martin Luther and documenting the changes under the various Tudor monarchs. This lesson examines the consequences of the Reformation in England. The two main areas students will research are: Changes under Henry VIII Changes under Edward VI There is also a keyword sheet to introduce students to new words. There are two exam questions linked to Question 3 on Paper 1: ‘Explain one way in which something is similar/different … over two time periods.’ There is a guide to answering this question included. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

Lesson 8 of 10 in a series of lessons that examine the Crusades, from the rise of Islam to the Third Crusade. This lesson examines the Islamic reconquering of Jerusalem. Students will examine: the personality of Saladin analyse the events of Saladin’s reconquest 4-mark Describe two features question video on the Battle of Hattin In addition, each video comes with a recommended YouTube video unique to this lesson. The video can be seen on the lesson landing page before purchasing. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

Lesson 1 of 10 in a series of lessons that examine the Crusades, from the rise of Islam to the Third Crusade. This lesson examines the Golden Age Of Islam. Students will examine: keywords maps of the spread of Islam factors accounting for the Golden Age 4-mark inference question In addition, each video comes with a recommended YouTube video unique to this lesson. The video can be seen on the lesson landing page before purchasing. This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3. Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks. If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.

World historical maps for students to complete. Answer sheets given. India, 1805-58 Unification of Italy Unification of Germany Fall of the Ottoman Empire Commonwealth of Australia, 1901 Colonial powers in China, 1850-1910 Imperialism in the Caribbean and South America 1905 Russian Revolution Southeast Asia 1914 Scramble for Africa Europe World War I Russian Revolution 1905-22 World War I Europe 1920 British Empire 1920 Conflict in the Republic of China Japanese expansion European aggression 1933-39 World War II in Europe 1939-41 Post WWII occupation zones of Germany Partition of India and Pakistan 1947 Dominion of Canada 1949 Phases of the Korean War African independence Tet Offensive - Vietnam War OPEC member nations Cold War The First Gulf War The EU

Lesson 1/16 linking to the new Cambridge specification: Cambridge International AS and A Level History (9489) Each lesson is carefully planned to meet the exacting standards of the new CIE curriculum. Changes from (9389) specification are incorporated. The first lesson is an introduction pack that includes: How to answer exam question guide for Paper 1 Keywords Activities Extension activities Our resources are fully differentiated and come with engaging, student-led activities with source material, interpretations and exam questions. Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any questions, queries or comments. Thank you.

Part of a complete scheme of lessons examining imperialism from the Scramble for Africa to the independence of the Middle East. Ten lessons in total focusing on: New Imperialism explanation European explorers Scramble for Africa Imperial tensions Treatment of natives Scramble for China Rise of USA Impact of WWI on colonies Case study: Middle East Case study: Middle East Includes: PPT for each lesson Worksheets for each lesson Video links Engaging activities 24 mark assessment Links to Kahoot revision quizzes after Lessons 5 and 10.

Complete lesson that links to Chapter 1.2 of the Edexcel curriculum on The American West, c1835-c1895, Migration and Early Settlement There is no textbook necessary for any of these tasks. This lesson consists of engaging and in-depth student led activities that allows students to investigate the reasons for migration, and the problems associated with both migrating and settling in the West. There are extension tasks for MABLE and a writing frame that shows students how to answer the ‘Explain two consequences’ question. This lesson looks in depth at: -push and pull factors that encouraged migration -the Oregon Trail -Californian Gold Rush -the Donner Party -the Mormon migration -problems associated with settlement There is also a guide for an Explain two consequences type exam question with a model answer to guide students. Any questions or comments please leave a review or email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk Thank you.

Detailed lesson including numerous students led activities that analyses the events preceding, during and after the Prague Spring. Lessons are newly planned to meet the exact requirements of the new Edexcel GCSE 9-1 spec. Links to Chapter 2.3 of the Edexcel/Hodder textbook, although neither textbook is necessary for the completion of these tasks.

Part of a unit of nine lessons looking at the Renaissance from a variety of themes: Italian city-states Origins Literature Art Architecture Exploration Science Medicine The last lesson comes with an assessment and mark scheme based on the unit.

Four detailed revision slides on the key aspects of Thomas Cromwell. Perfect for exam revision for students of all abilities. Content includes 4, 12 and 16 mark exam questions with relevant bullet points to achieve higher grades.