Edward I's Conquests of Wales and Scotland

This engaging and interactive lesson is designed to give students a comprehensive overview of Edward I’s conquests of Wales and Scotland. Students will have the opportunity to critically evaluate whether he truly deserves the title of ‘The Hammer of the Scots.’

This lesson is specifically designed for middle to low ability Year 7 students. As highlighted in the detailed preview, all components—including texts, tasks, and graphics—have been fully differentiated to ensure accessibility for every learner. Furthermore, considering the curriculum demands, this engaging and interactive lesson serves as an excellent resource for high ability classes as well. It effectively covers the topic in a single lesson, making it a versatile choice for diverse learning groups.

The lesson incorporates a variety of engaging tasks and activities designed to enhance student learning. It begins with a missing word activity after covering the conquest of Wales, allowing students to reinforce their understanding of the material. Following this, a heads or tails timeline activity helps students visualize the key events related to the conquest of Scotland.

Next, students will participate in a card sort activity where they evaluate whether Edward I deserves the title of the ‘Hammer of the Scots.’ This is complemented by a class voting continuum exercise, encouraging discussion and reflection as students express their opinions on Edward’s legacy.

To further support student learning, the Extra Resources section includes various templates and activities. Among these are a Venn diagram exercise for comparing and contrasting the conquests of Wales and Scotland, as well as a word search that reinforces vocabulary related to the topic. Additionally, writing frames and templates are provided to assist students in crafting extended answers, promoting structured and thoughtful responses. This comprehensive approach ensures a dynamic and interactive learning experience for all students.

When you purchase this lesson, you will gain access to a comprehensive 34-slide PowerPoint Presentation that features a variety of components designed to enhance the learning experience. The presentation includes clearly outlined aims and objectives, as well as differentiated outcomes tailored to meet the diverse needs of students. Engaging video links are provided to enrich understanding, alongside informational slides that present key historical information in a clear and accessible manner. Additionally, the presentation includes historical sources for in-depth analysis, along with various templates and activities to support student engagement.