This lesson covers how methods developed during the First World War to better treat infections and broken bones, for example with the development of the Thomas Splint, x-ray machines, wound excision, the Carrel-Dakin method and amputations. This lesson includes: Clear learning aims/targets Provoking starter tasks and discussion activities Printable worksheets Challenge tasks Exam links Learning Review Fact Sheet linked to the GCSE specification All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

**This lesson examines how the advancement in technology such as X-rays, microscopes and blood tests have helped improve the ability of doctors to diagnose and treat patients. ** It includes all the information needed to teach the lesson without the need for a text book. Students will create their own timeline of key pieces of technology and then explain the impact this technology has had. There is a model 16 mark answer included. This lesson includes: Clear learning aims/targets Provoking starter tasks and discussion activities Printable worksheets Challenge tasks Exam links Learning Review Fact Sheet linked to the GCSE specification All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

This lesson covers the progress made by scientists after 1900 in developing the link between a person’s lifestyle and the cause of disease. The factors such as diet, poverty, alcohol and smoking etc are identified and students will also explain why this was an important development to make and the impact it had on health. This lesson includes: Clear learning aims/targets Provoking starter tasks and discussion activities Printable worksheets Challenge tasks Exam links Learning Review Fact Sheet linked to the GCSE specification All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

This lesson covers how the understanding of what causes disease has developed from 1900-the present day with a focus on genetics and DNA. Students will understand the timeline of these developments as well as be able to explain why they were made after 1900. Students will then explain the impact this has had on preventing some diseases. This lesson includes: Clear learning aims/targets Provoking starter tasks and discussion activities Printable worksheets Challenge tasks Exam links Learning Review Fact Sheet linked to the GCSE specification All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. **This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use. **

This lesson looks at the methods used to transport the injured soldiers from the frontline to hospitals. It has a focus on the problems and challenges presented by the environment of the Western Front. All resources for the teaching of this lesson are included such as worksheets, information sheet, practice exam questions and a variety of sources. This lesson includes: Clear learning aims/targets Provoking starter tasks and discussion activities Printable worksheets Challenge tasks Exam links Learning Review Fact Sheet linked to the GCSE specification All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. **This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use. **

**This 16 slide lesson includes all of the materials and resources needed to teach students about the Chain of Evacuation for wounded soldiers during the First World War. In particular, students study the Regimental Aid Post, the Dressing Stations, the Casualty Clearing Stations and Base hospitals. ** This lesson includes: Clear learning aims/targets Provoking starter tasks and discussion activities Printable worksheets Challenge tasks Exam links Learning Review Fact Sheet linked to the GCSE specification All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

**This lesson includes all of the information needed to teach students about the role of the RAMC, FANY and VAD. There is a link to the underground hospital at Arras as part of this. ** You will get all of the resources needed such as fact sheets and worksheets as well as a range of exam questions the students can practice with. All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

This lesson looks at the improved diagnosis, treatment methods and forms of prevention of Lung Cancer in the modern period. This lesson includes: Clear learning aims/targets Provoking starter tasks and discussion activities Printable worksheets Challenge tasks Exam links Learning Review Fact Sheet linked to the GCSE specification All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

This lesson examines the similarities of law enforcement in Early Modern England as well as helping students explain why more effective methods such as the town constables, night watchmen, thief takers and army were needed. A4 Worksheet: Provides a worksheet style set of tasks for the students. Slide 1: Title slide - To examine the methods of law enforcement used in Early Modern England Slide 2-4: Filling in the missing terms activity to help students recap law enforcement methods in Medieval England. Answers revealed as well as printable worksheets provided. Slide 5-6: Discussion starter tasks based around the growth of towns and asks students to think about why the growth of towns would cause an increase in crime. Slide 7: An outline of various reasons why towns needed more effective law enforcement after 1500. Slide 8: An outline and analysis of the role of the Night Watchman Slide 9: Task option 1 - Students to create a poster style fact file about the new methods of law enforcement between 1500-1700. Slide 10: Challenge tasks Slide 11: The reasons for change diagram Slide 12-15: Examples of exam questions (4 mark and 12 mark) with sentence starter help for students. Slide 16: Lesson Fact Sheet To take into account copyright, all photographic and illustrative images have been attributed where appropriate and/or are all in the public domain. Clipart/vector images are all creativecommons.publicdomain.zero.1.0 which do not have to be attributed. If you have any issues regarding copyright please email me in the first instance.

**This lesson has a focus on the personality and qualities of William as both an invader and king. It also covers William’s relationship with his brother Robert The lesson includes: Clear learning aim with learning outcomes linked to GCSE grades, a recap from previous learning, an engaging starter task, background information, a pit-stop plenary, a choice of tasks for all levels and learning styles, clearly written instructions in the notes section of each slide, exam practice questions, extension questions, a plenary, differentiation for higher ability students and a fact sheet which can be used on its own or alongside other resources you may have. All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

This lesson has a clear focus on the career and significance of Bishop Odo from the Battle of Hastings through the Norman Conquest. Students will have all the facts and dates available for them to track whether he was a help or hindrance to William throughout these years. The lesson includes: Clear learning aim with learning outcomes linked to GCSE grades, a recap from previous learning, an engaging starter task, background information, a pit-stop plenary, a choice of tasks for all levels and learning styles, clearly written instructions in the notes section of each slide, extension questions, differentiation for higher ability students and a fact sheet which can be used on its own or alongside other resources you may have. All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

**This lesson covers the cultural and linguistic changes introduced by the Norman aristocracy after 1066 with a focus on detailed facts. ** The lesson includes: Clear learning aim with learning outcomes linked to GCSE grades, a recap from previous learning, an engaging starter task, background information, a pit-stop plenary, a choice of tasks for all levels and learning styles, clearly written instructions in the notes section of each slide, extension questions, exam practice questions, extension questions, a plenary, differentiation for higher ability students and a fact sheet which can be used on its own or alongside other resources you may have. All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

This lesson cover the changes introduced by William to law and order. There is a focos on the Forest Laws and the role of the sheriff as well as other changes introduced by the Normans. The lesson includes: Clear learning aim with learning outcomes linked to GCSE grades, a recap from previous learning, an engaging starter task, background information, a pit-stop plenary, a choice of tasks for all levels and learning styles, clearly written instructions in the notes section of each slide, exam practice questions, extension questions, a plenary, differentiation for higher ability students and two fact sheets which can be used on its own or alongside other resources you may have. 2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. At times, the images I have wanted to use have been restricted and so you may wish to use your own. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.

This lesson is likely to cover 2 hours. It questions the causes, features, events and reasons for the failure of the Revolt of the Earls in 1075. The lesson includes: Clear learning aim with learning outcomes linked to GCSE grades, a recap from previous learning, an engaging starter task, background information, a choice of tasks for all levels, clearly written instructions in the notes section of each slide, exam practice questions, extension questions, a plenary, differentiation for higher ability students and two fact sheets which can be used on its own or alongside other resources you may have. To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. At times, the images I have wanted to use have been restricted and so you may wish to use your own. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.

**This lesson covers the changes to landownership as a method of control used by William after 1071. ** The lesson includes: Clear learning aim with learning outcomes linked to GCSE grades, a recap from previous learning, an engaging starter task, background information, a choice of tasks for all levels, clearly written instructions in the notes section of each slide, exam practice questions, extension questions, a plenary, differentiation for higher ability students and a fact sheet which can be used on its own or alongside other resources you may have. To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. At times, the images I have wanted to use have been restricted and so you may wish to use your own. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.

This lesson specifically focusses on Hereward the Wake’s resistance at Ely and then encourages the students to think about why all of the rebellions between 1068-71 were a failure. The lesson includes: Clear learning aim with learning outcomes linked to GCSE grades, a recap from previous learning, an engaging starter task, background information with a map of Ely’s location, a choice of tasks for all levels including a sort tasks and comprehension question sheets, clearly written instructions in the notes section of each slide, exam practice questions, extension questions, a plenary, differentiation for higher ability students and a fact sheet which can be used on its own or alongside other resources you may have. To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. At times, the images I have wanted to use have been restricted and so you may wish to use your own. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.

In this lesson, students will use knowledge of the events of the battle to help explain the reasons for William’s victory at the Battle of Hastings. They will then be helped to complete a 16 mark exam question. Slide 1: Learning Aim and Key Terms Slide 2: GCSE Learning Outcomes Slide 3: Recap - Students need to decide if the 12 key terms or linked to the Norman army, the Saxon army or both. Slide 4: Recap - The answers are revealed on the board. Slide 5: Starter - Students in pairs and given the role of a Norman or Saxon soldier. They have to explain why they have won (Norman) or lost (Saxon) to each other. Slide 6: Example exam questions given with a lesson focus on the 16 mark question. Slide 7: Explanation of the task on slide 8 Slide 8: Organisation task - students read through the various reasons for William’s victory and use the key provided to categorise them. Slide 9: A differentiated version of slide 8. Slide 10: An alternative or additional worksheet where students can make their own notes to summerise the main reasons why. Slide 11: Extension Task - a 16 mark style statement is given to promote higher level thinking. Slide 12: Instructions about how to answer the 16 mark question. Slide 13: A handout for students to use to give sentence starters and explain each step of the writing process to them. Slide 14: Just for fun Hastings cartoon. Slide 15-16: Fact sheets for the lesson which can be used as a revision tool, recap sheet or solely for the lesson itself without the need for the text books. All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

Part 1 of two lessons that starts to look at the events of the Battle of Hastings and also the advantages and disadvantages of the Norman and Anglo-Saxon armies. Slide 1: Learning Aim and Key Terms Slide 2: GCSE Learning Outcomes Slide 3: Printable recap crossword to recall key terms about the Battle of Gate Fulford and Stamford Bridge from previous learning. Slide 4: Crossword answers revealed on the board. Slide 5: Starter - Spot the difference (with differentiation) between the Norman Knights and Saxon Housecarls. Slide 6: Background clip with 8 linked questions Slide 7: Background information about the main events leading up to the 14th October. Slide 8: Background slide covering the Fryd. Slide 9: Task Instructions for the ‘Living Graph’. Slide 10: Printable worksheet to give students so they can track each stage of the Battle of Hastings and rate the success of both sides. Slide 11: Example slide of how to complete the living graph Slide 12: Extension task involving the theme of turning points in the Battle of Hastings. Slide 13: Replacement/alternative worksheet with three sets of differentiated questions which are answered using the fact sheets. Slide 14: A selection of 4 mark ‘Describe two features of’ type questions. Slide 15: Plenary - A recap pyramid. Slide 16: Just for fun slide with funny Bayeaux Tapestry cartoon. Slide 17-18: Fact sheets for the lesson which can be used as a revision tool, recap sheet or solely for the lesson itself without the need for the text books.

NEW 2025/6 SPEC. This lesson examines the reasons for and significance of Francis Drake’s circumnavigation of the globe. The lesson resources include: 1 x A4 Workbook Style Fact Sheet (PDF & PPT) 1 x 17 slide powerpoint lesson with printable worksheets The main powerpoint slides include: Slide 1: Title Slide Slide 2: Define the term circumnavigate activity with answer. Slide 3-4: Francis Drake recap multiple choice quiz with answers. Slide 5: Starter discussion questions Slide 6: An outline of Drake’s circumnavigation of the globe. Slide 7: Class clip link with questions Slide 8-10: Task 1 - Fact sheet worksheet with instructions and choice of two printable worksheets. Slide 11: Follow up challenge questions Slide 12-14: Learning review crossword with answers and printable versions. Slide 15-16: Example exam/assessment questions Slide 17: Lesson fact sheet This lesson has been updated in line with the amended specification and exam questions ready for the 2025/6 examinations. All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.

This lesson looks at the power of the House of Godwin and covers aspects such as Harold’s embassy to Normandy and explains why Edward the Confessor gave the Godwins so much power. Slide 1: Learning Aim - To explain the power of the House of Godwin. Slide 2: Learning GCSE Outcomes in order to show student progress in the lesson. Slide 3: Recap - ‘Who am I?’ Students given 7 first hand accounts and have to guess who or what they are from their previous learning. Slide 4: Recap answers revealed for students to self assess Slide 5: Optional recap video clip lasting 5 minutes about the power of Anglo-Saxon Kings - also includes information about the Godwins. Slide 6: Starter - Students asked to discuss the qualities and skills Edward the Confessor would expect from his earls during this time in Anglo-Saxon England. Slide 7: Optional 3 minute clip all about the Earl of Godwin. Students asked to think of why there was tension between them. Slide 8:Background Slide to introduce the story. Slide 9: Background Slide to introduce the story. Slide 10: Background Slide to introduce the story. Slide 11: Discussion Task - Why would Edward the Confessor allow the House of Godwin so much power? Slide 12: Optional creative task - Explain to the Earl of Mercia why you, King Edward have allowed the Godwins so much power and wealth. Slide 13: Main lesson worksheet aimed at all abilities with grade breakdowns throughout. Slide 14: A choice of all three exam questions - possible to stretch higher ability students. Slide 15: Recap - True or False Slide 16: Recap answers. Slide 17: Fact sheet for the lesson which can be used as a revision tool, recap sheet or solely for the lesson itself without the need for the text books. All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use.