I have a wealth of resources that are aimed primarily at KS4 and KS5; however, there are some useful KS3 tasks that have been uploaded this year. Topics at KS5 include: Russia and its Rulers, 1855-1941; Later Tudors, 1547-1603; Popular Culture and the Witchcraze of the 16th and 17th Centuries; Italian Unification, 1830-1870; and Germany, 1890-1990.
As well as History, I also have a few resources relating to Geography and ICT that some users may find helpful.
I have a wealth of resources that are aimed primarily at KS4 and KS5; however, there are some useful KS3 tasks that have been uploaded this year. Topics at KS5 include: Russia and its Rulers, 1855-1941; Later Tudors, 1547-1603; Popular Culture and the Witchcraze of the 16th and 17th Centuries; Italian Unification, 1830-1870; and Germany, 1890-1990.
As well as History, I also have a few resources relating to Geography and ICT that some users may find helpful.
Resources relating to the AQA 9-1 GCSE Option ‘Elizabethan England: 1568-1603’.
Included are 2-4 lessons’ worth of activities introducing the age of discovery/exploration. Included are maps and activities related to trade, privateers and colonisation The PowerPoint includes teaching information, copies of the worksheets, sources and videos (where relevant). There are also practice exam questions included in the slide (usually 1-2 per topic). This is part of a larger bundle covering the entire unit, which can be purchased from my shop.
This resource was originally designed for OneNote teaching; however, it can easily be adapted to exercise book teaching in under 5mins. Simply change the phrase ‘in OneNote’ to ‘in your exercise books’ on the PowerPoint.
The course textbook from Hodder is required to go along with this PowerPoint.
Resources relating to the AQA 9-1 GCSE Option ‘Russia, 1894-1945’.
Included is 2-3 lessons’ worth of activities tackling the Russian Civil War and why the Reds were victorious. The PowerPoint includes teaching information, copies of the worksheets, sources and videos (where relevant). There are also practice exam questions included in the slide (usually 1-2 per topic). This is part of a larger bundle covering the entire unit, which can be purchased from my shop.
This resource was originally designed for OneNote teaching; however, it can easily be adapted to exercise book teaching in under 5mins. Simply change the phrase ‘in OneNote’ to ‘in your exercise books’ on the PowerPoint.
The ‘Understanding the Modern World’ course textbook from Hodder is needed to access some of the activities (however, alternatives can no doubt be found).
Resources relating to the AQA 9-1 GCSE Option ‘Russia, 1894-1945’
Included are a whole term’s worth of lessons tackling all aspects of the unit. Each PowerPoint includes teaching information, copies of the worksheets, sources and videos (where relevant). There are also practice exam questions included in each topic PowerPoint (usually 1-2 per topic). This is everything you need to deliver this unit at GCSE.
These resources were originally designed for OneNote teaching; however, they can easily be adapted to exercise book teaching in under 5mins. Simply change the phrase ‘in OneNote’ to ‘in your exercise books’ on the PowerPoints.
The ‘Understanding the Modern World’ textbook from Hodder is needed to access some of the activities (however, alternative textbooks can no doubt be found).
KS3 assessment material on Cromwell, including a source sheet, instructions for pupils and a marking grid. Also included is an analysis/evaluation template that is useful to get the class started on the assessment. I usually go through one of the sources in class and fill in the grid in the lesson, then have the group turn it into an essay along with the rest of the sources.
Can be differentiated by reducing the number of sources to 3 or by adding more descriptions to the material. Alternatively, for high achievers you could encourage them to find similarities/differences between the sources and add these in to the essay.
Enclosed in this resource pack are 5 ‘Historical Emoji’ display sheets and 5 corresponding descriptions. Every fortnight (or monthly), simply put up a new ‘Historical Emoji’ on a display board and have your students try to guess the event using the guess sheets. I staple a plastic wallet with the blank guess sheets and an envelope (or similar) to the display board for the completed forms. After the deadline (usually a week), simply put up the corresponding description sheet to reveal the answer.
I also put up a note identifying the winners, who each receive a merit. This then stays up for a week before I move on to the next ‘Historical Emoji’. It’s a great way to engage the pupils in some of the key events in history and if the task is a little easy, I award the merits to the pupils who offer the most detail, e.g. dates, names, countries etc.
The obvious issue with this display is the fact that it needs to be updated; however, you could change this to a monthly rotation if that is easier. I find that if all the sheets are printed off beforehand, it actually only takes 5-10minutes to switch the display around. By changing it so frequently the board certainly becomes a destination in the school and I often have pupils asking me about the display.
N.B. Some of the emojis are a little tongue-in-cheek and I do not mean to be insensitive to past tragedies. These are used purely as historical events. All images can be found on WikiCommons.
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Various resources to support the teaching of the Gunpowder Plot, including assessment materials on whether the plot was a conspiracy.
It usually takes a whole lesson to go through the evidence for both sides of the argument and I get the pupils to write an essay for prep arguing for which side they believe most. This exercise can be differentiated by having less able students outline the main events of the Gunpowder Plot.
A revision worksheet and matching gap fill for anyone studying the origins of the Cold War, 1955-1970. This corresponds to the current AQA GCSE History B specification, however it can also be adapted for any board or age level.
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A worksheet with answers for anyone studying peacemaking and the League of Nations. This corresponds to the current AQA GCSE History B specification, however it can also be adapted for any board or age level. This task asks students to match Wilson's original 14 points with simplified versions of each. It then has extension questions on the points.
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Assessment materials on cholera. Can be used as part of a much wider scheme of work on the Industrial Revolution or Public Health.
Consists of 3 sources related to the cause of the Cholera epidemic and people's reaction to it. The question can easily be adapted as the sources are quite general. Included is an advice sheet and a marking grid. Also included is an analysis/evaluation template, which can be used in class to introduce the assessment and get minds working.
Assessment materials for a KS3 assessment on why the Spanish Armada was defeated. The materials include an advice sheet on what to include in the essay, as well as a marking grid that offers both numerical and written feedback.
This is intended to be adapted for your marking policy as well as for the ability of the pupils.
Source assessment on the murder of Thomas Becket. Quite challenging for Yr 7 pupils, so I would recommend going through one/two sources in class using the Analysis/Evaluation template.
Included is the set of 4 sources, a template and a marking grid (that can be adapted to various other assessments). This can be easily differentiated by offering fewer sources or adding more descriptions to the sources.
A glossary for anyone studying the Late Tudor Period. This would be suitable for any GCSE or A Level course and could be turned into a revision activity or simply used for reference.
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A Level handouts and activities relating to Elizabeth I and her religious policies. Included are blank templates for mind maps on religion as well as detailed handouts covering her settlement. See also my resources on religious opposition and on other aspects of her reign.
These will be useful for students studying Elizabeth's reign on all exam boards, particularly for AQA's Triumph of Elizabeth module and OCR's Later Tudors topic.
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Information sheets for A Level/AS Level. Ties in exactly with all exam boards, relating to the Later Tudor/Mid-Tudor Crisis modules.
Most are detailed handouts on the rebellions/historiographical debate/religious change. These can be used by students for revision or to aid teachers in their teaching, particularly for the AQA Triumph of Elizabeth module.
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Worksheets relating to Elizabethan government. Materials cover local government and Elizabeth's changing Privy Council. These will be useful for A Level students studying the Later Tudor period across all exam boards.
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Detailed handout on Elizabeth's relationship with France during her reign. Also included is a map of Europe that highlights the religious state of Europe at this time. This is a concise handout that will be useful for all students studying the Later Tudor period and Elizabeth I. It is perfect as an alternative to the text book, particularly for revision.
Please rate and comment, as all feedback is appreciated. Please also see my other resources of Elizabethan foreign policy and her reign as a whole.
A selection of materials for Tsarist Russia that can be used/adapted for the new specification. Materials focus on Alexander II to Nicholas II (1855-1917). This can be used for all exam boards.
Materials relating to the Russian Dumas and political reform following the October Revolution. These will be useful for A Level students studying the Russian Revolution across all exam boards.
A worksheet for anyone studying peacemaking and the League of Nations. This corresponds to the current AQA GCSE History B specification, however it can also be adapted for any board or age level. This activity gives students a list of points that they have to put under the correct leader: Wilson, Clemenceau or Lloyd George. Answers are also provided.
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