This fun and interactive lesson has been designed to enhance students’ understanding of Tudor society by getting them to critically evaluate how far entertainment was linked to wealth and social status through a dynamic market place activity. Students can delve into this investigation in groups or independently by utilising information slides strategically placed around the classroom. By moving around the room, students can complete a tailored summary sheet designed specifically for this lesson, fostering a hands-on and immersive learning experience. The topics covered in this lesson include theatre, dance, football, tournaments, games, bull and bear-baiting, cock-fighting, hunting, hawking, ball games, markets and fairs. We have included various support activities and tasks to cater to different learning needs. If you prefer to simplify or shorten the lesson, you can omit some of the slides. When I have completed this lesson with my own classes, we have consolidated the learning with the continuum task, but we have included a fully supported extended writing task in the additional resource section along with a missing word activity, word search and a source analysis activity. When you purchase this lesson you will be able to download a beautifully illustrated PowerPoint presentation with 39 slides. This include aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, starters, plenaries, information slides, historical sources, templates, writing frames, missing word activities, heads and tails, word search, source analysis, and extended writing tasks. In short everything you would need to fully customise this lesson for your students. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Tudor Society Know: How did Tudor people relax and enjoy themselves? Understand: What sports, games, poetry and drama were popular at this time? Evaluate: How far were Tudor leisure pursuits linked to social class? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence & Collaboration WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: Tudor sports and entertainments? Can You Explain: What sports, games, poetry and drama were popular at this time? Can You Evaluate: How far were Tudor leisure pursuits linked to social class? If you like these resources, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

This engaging and interactive lesson is designed to deepen students’ understanding of Tudor society by critically evaluating the connections between sports, wealth, and social status through a dynamic marketplace activity. Students can explore this investigation collaboratively in groups or independently, utilizing strategically placed information slides around the classroom. As they move around the room, they will complete a tailored summary sheet specifically crafted for this lesson, promoting a hands-on and immersive learning experience. The lesson covers a variety of Tudor sports, including: * Archery * Football * Tournaments * Wrestling * Bull and Bear-Baiting * Cock-Fighting * Hunting * Hawking * Bowls * Skittles * Tennis To accommodate diverse learning needs, we have included various support activities and tasks. If you wish to simplify or shorten the lesson, you can easily omit certain slides without losing the overall effectiveness of the lesson. Upon completing this lesson with my own classes, we have successfully consolidated learning through a continuum task. Additionally, we provide a fully supported extended writing task in the resource section, along with writing frames, a missing word activity and a word search, ensuring that all students can engage meaningfully with the material. The aims and objectives of this depth study on Tudor Sport are: Know: How did Tudor people relax and enjoy themselves? Understand: What Tudor sports were popular at this time? Evaluate: How far were Tudor sports linked to social class? Skills: Collaboration, Cause, Consequence, Change and Continuity WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: Tudor sports and how people relaxed and enjoyed themselves? Can You Explain: What sports were popular at this time? Can You Evaluate: How far were Tudor sports linked to social class? If you like these resources, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

This fun and interactive lesson aims to enhance students’ understanding of Tudor society by encouraging them to critically evaluate the relationships between various forms of entertainment, wealth and social status. Through a dynamic marketplace activity, students will explore how these elements are interconnected, fostering a deeper understanding of the structure of Tudor society. Students can explore this investigation collaboratively in groups or independently, utilising strategically placed information slides around the classroom. As they move around the room, they will complete a tailored summary sheet specifically crafted for this lesson, promoting a hands-on and immersive learning experience. The lesson covers a variety of Tudor entertainments including archery, ball games (including football), board games, tournaments, bull and bear-baiting, cock-fighting, theatre, bowls, skittles, music, dance, gardening and an extra slide if you wish on public executions. To accommodate diverse learning needs, we have included a range of support activities and tasks. If you wish to simplify or shorten the lesson, you can easily omit certain slides, without losing the overall effectiveness of the lesson. Upon completing the market place activity with my own classes, we have successfully consolidated what they have learnt through a continuum task on ‘How far were Tudor entertainments linked to social class and wealth?’ This can be followed up with an extended writing task, for which we have provided writing frames, a missing word task in the resource section. When you purchase this lesson you will be able to downloa The aims and objectives of this depth study on Tudor Entertainment t are: Theme: Tudor Society Know: How did Tudor people relax and enjoy themselves? Understand: Which entertainments were popular at this time? Evaluate: How far was Tudor entertainment linked to wealth and social class? Skills: SMSC, Change, Continuity & Collaboration WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: How the Tudors relaxed and enjoyed themselves? Can You Explain: Which entertainments were popular at this time? Can You Evaluate: How far was Tudor entertainment linked to social class? If you like these resources, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

This fun and interactive lesson has been designed to enhance students’ understanding of the Medieval origins of Parliament and the part it has played in the development of our modern British democracy in England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales. It also serves as a valuable resource for promoting citizenship education, fostering an understanding of the democratic processes and historical context that shapes the way in which we are governed today. The lesson begins by tracing the Anglo- Saxon origins of the Witan and how this evolved into the Great Councils held by King John, the impact of Magna Carta in 1215, and the parliaments of Simon De Montford, Henry III and Edward I. The lesson has been designed to provide a sound foundation and the conceptual links that are necessary for students later studying the causes of the English Civil War and reform of the franchise in the 19th and 20th Centuries. It concludes with a change and continuity task which link the historical developments to the evolution of our parliamentary system in the 20th Century, by including an overview section on devolution and Welsh, Scottish and Irish independence movements. We have included variety of support activities and tasks to cater to different learning needs at KS3. You will find all the additional photocopying and support tasks in the additional resource section at the end. When you download this lesson you will be able to access a 38 side PowerPoint Presentation and an optional 4 page accompanying worksheet. The PowerPoint includes aims, objectives, information slides, video links, historical sources, templates, writing frames, missing word activities, word search and various tasks and activities. The content of the worksheet mirrors the PP. Both have also been uploaded as PDFs. Please see the detailed preview. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval Society Know: Who was Simon de Montford and why did he call the first Parliament? Understand: Why did English kings continue calling Parliaments? Evaluate: What were the Medieval origins of Parliamentary democracy? Skills: British Values, Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence & Collaboration WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: Who was Simon de Montford and why did he call the first Parliament? Can You Explain: Why did English kings continue calling Parliaments? Can You Evaluate: What were the Medieval origins of Parliamentary democracy?

Dive into the Medieval origins of Parliament with this engaging and interactive marketplace activity! This resource is specifically designed to develop your students’ critical analytical skills while encouraging collaboration and source analysis, whilst they move around the room looking at the different information slides. This is an ideal lesson for the kinesthetic learner. This dynamic lesson enhances students’ understanding of the Medieval foundations of Parliament and its significant role in shaping modern British democracy across England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. Additionally, it serves as an invaluable tool for promoting citizenship education, fostering a deeper comprehension of the democratic processes and historical context that influence our governance today. The lesson begins by tracing the Anglo- Saxon origins of the Witan and how this evolved into the Great Councils held by King John, the impact of Magna Carta in 1215, and the parliaments of Simon De Montford, Henry III and Edward I. The lesson has been designed to provide a sound foundation and the conceptual links that are necessary for students later studying the causes of the English Civil War and reform of the franchise in the 19th and 20th Centuries. It concludes with a change and continuity task which link the historical developments to the evolution of our parliamentary system in the 20th Century, by including an overview section on devolution and Welsh, Scottish and Irish independence movements. We have included variety of support activities and tasks to cater to different learning needs at KS3. You will find all the additional photocopying and support tasks in the additional resource section at the end. When you download this lesson you will be able to access a 38 side PowerPoint Presentation, which has also been uploaded as a PDF. The PowerPoint includes aims, objectives, information slides, video links, historical sources, templates, writing frames, missing word activities, word search and various tasks and activities. Please see the detailed preview. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval Society Know: Who was Simon de Montford and why did he call the first Parliament? Understand: Why did English kings continue calling Parliaments? Evaluate: What were the Medieval origins of Parliamentary democracy? Skills: British Values, Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence & Collaboration WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: Who was Simon de Montford and why did he call the first Parliament? Can You Explain: Why did English kings continue calling Parliaments? Can You Evaluate: What were the Medieval origins of Parliamentary democracy?

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.

This engaging and interactive lesson is designed to deepen students’ understanding of the causes and consequences of the Wars of the Roses, a historical conflict that inspired the popular series Game of Thrones. We have adopted a creative methodology to explore this turbulent period in history through a marketplace activity. In this dynamic activity, students will participate in a review of key events and perspectives from the Wars of the Roses, which builds towards a thoughtful discussion on which side deserved to win, fostering critical thinking and debate skills. To accommodate varying levels of detail and understanding, we have incorporated a wide range of support tasks. These include a heads and tails timeline activity that helps students visualize the sequence of events, a continuum exercise that encourages them to place different viewpoints along a spectrum, and discussion and writing frames that aid students in crafting either a persuasive speech or an extended written response. Upon downloading this lesson, you will receive a 32-slide PowerPoint presentation that includes aims and objectives, clearly outlining the goals of the lesson, differentiated outcomes tailored for students at different levels, information slides providing key historical facts and context, historical sources with authentic documents and artifacts for analysis, summary sheets and graphic organizers that help students synthesize information, visual aids such as pictures and diagrams to enhance understanding, and engaging tasks like word searches, heads and tails, and continuum exercises. This resource is designed to create a rich learning experience, empowering students to explore the Wars of the Roses in an interactive and thought-provoking manner The aims and objectives of this lesson are: If you like this resource, then why not check out our others on similar topics in our TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

This fun and engaging lesson on Magna Carta has be fine tuned in the classroom over many years. It begins with a selection of starters, before introducing the problems that King John faced during his reign, including his growing unpopularity. This is consolidated through a classification exercise, using a printed summary sheet, that students can stick into their books, before writing a couple of sentences to explain why different people were angry with the king. The lesson then moves onto the events that led up to King John being forced to sign Magna Carta in 1215, its terms and a source based task that analyses its historical significance using a weighting scales graphic organiser. The lesson then rounds off with a post-it note voting continuum exercise. However, we have included a range of additional activities in the extra resources section; including writing frames and templates to help students scaffold an extended answer on Magna Carta’s historical significance. We have also included in a range of alternative templates for students to write and produce their own version of Magna Carta for homework. When you purchase this lesson you will be able to download a 30 slide PowerPoint Presentation and an accompanying three page worksheet in Word format. Both have also been uploaded as PDFs. The Powerpoint includes aims, objectives, differentiated objectives, starters, plenaries, information slides, graphic organisers, historical sources, tasks, activities, video links, templates and writing frames. The accompanying worksheet mirrors the PP and is designed to help accompany the lesson. Please seet the detailed preview for further information. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval society and the origins of Parliament Know: The key events that led to King John signing Magna Carta in 1215? Understand: Why the barons rebelled against King John? Evaluate: The historical significance of Magna Carta to the development of democracy? Skills: Change, Continuity, Cause, Consequence, SMSC & British Values WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: The key events that led to King John signing Magna Carta in 1215? Can You Explain: Why King John was so unpopular with his people? Can You Evaluate: The historical significance to the development of democracy?

This fun and interactive lesson is thoughtfully crafted to deepen students’ understanding of the conflict between Henry II and Thomas Becket in 1164. Building upon our previous exploration of Henry II’s character, this lesson delves into the conflict between the Church and the State, setting the stage for Magna Carta and the evolution of these relationships culminating in the era of Henry VIII. The quarrel is divided up into two stages and the extended answer is fully supported with missing word activities and PEEL writing frames. The consolidation task offers students a dynamic learning experience through three color-coded columns, each presenting a range of tasks tailored to provide choice and appropriate challenge and differentiation. These tasks include a word search, inventive storyboarding, interactive heads and tails game, thought-provoking continuum task, card sorting activity, timeline construction, and a reflective concluding paragraph for their extended essay. This multifaceted approach, aims to foster critical thinking, creativity and a deeper understanding of the key events. When you download this lesson you will be able to access a thirty nine slide PowerPoint, a four page worksheet and a single page card sort. The PowerPoint contains aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, tasks, activities, templates, information slides, historical sources and writing frames. The worksheet mirrors the PowerPoint. The card sort has two headings, cause and consequences of Thomas Becket’s murder and twelve information cards to be sorted. Everything has also been uploaded as a PDF. Please see the detailed preview. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Know: Why Henry II and Thomas Becket quarreled? Understand: the power struggle between church and state in the Middle Ages? Evaluate: Who was responsible for the quarrel between Becket and Henry II? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence & Collaboration WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: Why Henry II and Archbishop Becket quarrelled? Can You Explain: Why there was a power struggle between Church and State? Can You Evaluate: Who was responsible for the quarrel between Becket & Henry II? If you like this resource, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

This fun and engaging lesson on the problems facing medieval kings is designed to help set the scene for Thomas Becket, Magna Carta, the Hundred Years War and the War of the Roses. If you don’t have time to go into depth on these topics, then it helps to provide a useful overview. Tailored for Year 7 students, the lesson is carefully structured with core and foundation tasks to accommodate varying levels of ability. After the main activity, students can reinforce their learning by writing a fatherly speech or advice for a medieval prince, preparing them for the problems he should expect. If you don’t have time for this literacy exercise, then you can move straight on the plenary which gets students to match the problems that we have identified with future events. When you purchase this lesson, you will be able to download a 28 slide PowerPoint presentation which includes aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, information slides, historical sources, tasks, activities, thinking skills diagrams, templates, a word search and writing frames. Everything has been organised to make easier to photocopy, as well as being uploaded in a PDF format. Please see the detailed preview for more information. The aims and objectives of this amazing lesson are: Theme: The Plantagenets Know: What problems faced medieval kings? Understand: How were these problems linked to money, power, control & foreign relations? Evaluate: Which problems posed the greatest threat to a medieval king? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence & Collaboration WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: What problems faced medieval kings? Can You Explain: How these problems were linked to money, power, control and foreign relations? Can You Evaluate: Which problems posed the greatest threat to a medieval king? If you like this resource, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

Embark on an engaging and interactive learning journey through the historical development of policing and the criminal justice system in Britain from its Medieval origins with this dynamic lesson. Tailored to cater to learners of all abilities, this lesson offers a range of extension activities and differentiated tasks to provide both depth and challenge. Whether as part of a programme of study on Medieval society and Henry II or as a standalone lesson in citizenship or law, this resource is designed to develop students thinking skills and deepen their understanding of the evolution of law and order in Britain. When you purchase this lesson you will be able to download a 40 slide PowerPoint Presentation, a 6 page worksheet as well as copies of both saved as PDF files. The PowerPoint contains aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, starters, plenaries, information slides, links to video clips, historical sources, templates, writing frames, word searches, heads and tails, missing word and extended writing tasks and activities. We have thrown the book at this important topic to make sure that there is something for everyone in a format that you can easily customise for your students. Please see the detailed preview for more information. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval Society Know: How crimes were detected and criminals punished in Medieval times? Understand: Why trial by jury was fairer than trial by ordeal? Evaluate: Why Medieval justice was harsh? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence, Citizenship WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: How crimes were detected and criminals punished in Medieval times? Can You Explain: Why Henry II reformed the judicial system? Can You Evaluate: Why Medieval punishments were harsh on criminals? If you like this resource, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop, such as life in a Medieval town. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

Dive into the social, political, economic, and religious factors that caused the Peasants’ Revolt through this fun and interactive lesson that is designed to get your students collaborating and developing their critical thinking skills. After reviewing the slides and the accompanying worksheet, students participate in a hands-on card sorting activity that allows them to categorise causes chronologically or by long-term, short-term, political, economic, social, or religious influences behind the Peasants’ Revolt. This versatile lesson is suitable for all learners, offering extension activities for those seeking a challenge and differentiated tasks to support diverse learning styles. Whether integrated into a Medieval society curriculum or used as a standalone lesson, this resource provides a comprehensive exploration of the complexities surrounding this pivotal moment in history. When you purchase this version of this lesson you will be able to download a 30 slide PowerPoint Presentation, a 3 page worksheet and a sine page card sort. If you already have a textbook and Powerpoint on this topic, then you can purchase the card sort separately: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-11362060 The Powerpoint contains aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, starters, plenaries, information slides, historical sources, thinking skills activities, built around the card sort, writing frames, templates, word searches and heads and tailed activities. The worksheet mirrors the information, historical sources and activities in the PowerPoint. Meanwhile the card sort contains 10 highlighly versatile cards that have been designed to be sorted either chronologically, by short and long term causes or social, political, economic and religious factors. Please see the detailed preview for more information. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval Society Know: Why did the peasants revolt in 1381? Understand: What roles did religious, social, economic and political factors play? Evaluate: What was the most important cause of the Peasants’ Revolt in 1381? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence & Collaboration WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: Why the peasants revolted in 1381? Can You Explain: What roles did religious, social, political and money factors play? Can You Evaluate: What was the most important cause of the Peasants’ Revolt in 1381?

Enhance your students learning experience with this fun and interactive exploration into the historical evolution of policing and the criminal justice system in Britain, starting from its Medieval roots. This dynamic lesson is specifically crafted to engage learners of all levels by offering a variety of extension activities and differentiated tasks that encourage depth and critical thinking. Whether integrated into a broader unit on Medieval society and Henry II or utilized as a standalone lesson in citizenship or law studies, this resource is meticulously designed to enhance students’ cognitive abilities and enrich their comprehension of the progression of law and order in Britain. When you purchase this lesson you will be able to download a 41 slide PowerPoint Presentation, a 6 page worksheet as well as copies of both saved as PDF files. The PowerPoint contains aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, starters, plenaries, information slides, links to video clips, historical sources, templates, writing frames, word searches, heads and tails, missing word and extended writing tasks and activities. We have thrown the book at this important topic to make sure that there is something for everyone in a format that you can easily customise for your students. Please see the detailed preview for more information. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval Society Know: How crimes were detected and criminals punished in Medieval times? Understand: Why trial by jury was fairer than trial by ordeal? Evaluate: Why Medieval justice was harsh? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence, Citizenship WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: How crimes were detected and criminals punished in Medieval times? Can You Explain: Why Henry II reformed the judicial system? Can You Evaluate: Why Medieval punishments were harsh on criminals? If you like this resource, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop, such as life in a Medieval town. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

Embark on an engaging and interactive journey into Medieval law and order with this captivating marketplace lesson. Explore the origins of our modern criminal justice system while unraveling the reasons why people were afraid of breaking the law. This versatile lesson caters to learners of all levels, offering extension activities for advanced students and differentiated tasks to provide both challenge and support. Whether integrated into a Medieval society curriculum or used as a standalone lesson for citizenship or law studies, this resource promises an enriching educational experience for all. It is designed to get your students out of their places, moving around, collaborating and sharing. When you purchase this lesson, you will be able to download a 34 side PowerPoint Presentation, that has also been uploaded as a PDF should you want to upload it to your schools virtual learning environment. The PowerPoint contains aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, starters, plenaries, information slides, historical sources, writing frames and templates to help your students make appropriate notes. We have also included a heads and tails activitiy for foundation students and a Venn diagram activtity with appropriate video clip for your more able students. Please see the detailed preview for more information. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval Society Know: How were crimes investigated and punished? Understand: Why trial by jury was fairer than trial by ordeal? Analyse: Why were Medieval people afraid of breaking the law? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence, Citizenship WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: How were criminals caught, investigated and punished? Can You Explain: Why trial by jury was fairer than trial by ordeal? Can You Evaluate: Why Medieval people were afraid of breaking the law? If you like this resource, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop, such as life in a Medieval town. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

Dive into history with this engaging and interactive Diamond 9 activity! Designed to enhance your students’ critical thinking skills, this activity focuses on exploring the social, political, economic, and religious causes behind the Peasants’ Revolt in 1381. Uncover the pivotal moments that led to the collapse of the feudal system in England and the emergence of the concept of the freeborn Englishman. Spark insightful discussions and deepen historical understanding with this thought-provoking educational tool. This Diamond 9 activity will work alongside any mainstream text book or powerpoint on this topic. Students can sort the cards into their short and long term causes as well as the social, political, economic and religious causes of the Peasants Revolt. This lesson is aimed at middle and higher ability students, if you When you purchase this lesson, you will be able to download a single page word document, which contains 10 cards to be sorted, along with their instructions. You will also be able to download an accompanying PowerPoint, that has been designed to facilitate the card sorts and help consolidate the learning through an extended answer on what were the main causes of the Peasants Revolt in 1381. It also contains a word search, starters, plenaries, heads and tails task and writing frames and tempates. If you need a worksheet and more detailed information slides because you haven’t got a text book, them you can purchase the premium version of this lesson, which contains everything for an extra £1 from this link: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-13068619 The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval Society Know: Why did the peasants revolt in 1381? Understand: What roles did religious, social, economic and political factors play? Evaluate: What was the most important cause of the Peasants’ Revolt in 1381? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence & Collaboration WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: Why the peasants revolted in 1381? Can You Explain: What roles did religious, social, political and money factors play? Can You Evaluate: What was the most important cause of the Peasants’ Revolt in 1381? If you like this resource, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop, such as life in a Medieval town. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

Dive into an immersive journey through Medieval law and order with this dynamic gather and share lesson. Investigate the roots of our contemporary criminal justice system while uncovering the motivations behind the fear of breaking the law in Medieval times. This adaptable lesson is suitable for students of all ability levels, offering enriching extension activities for advanced learners and tailored tasks to support and challenge every student. Whether integrated into a Medieval society curriculum or utilized independently for citizenship or law studies, this resource guarantees a rewarding educational experience for all. Designed to promote active engagement, collaboration, and movement, this lesson encourages students to step out of their seats, interact, and share insights When you purchase this lesson, you will be able to download a 34 side PowerPoint Presentation, that has also been uploaded as a PDF should you want to upload it to your schools virtual learning environment. The PowerPoint contains aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, starters, plenaries, information slides, historical sources, writing frames and templates to help your students make appropriate notes. We have also included a heads and tails activitiy for foundation students and a Venn diagram activtity with appropriate video clip for your more able students. Please see the detailed preview for more information. The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval Society Know: How were crimes investigated and punished? Understand: Why trial by jury was fairer than trial by ordeal? Analyse: Why were Medieval people afraid of breaking the law? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence, Citizenship WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: How were criminals caught, investigated and punished? Can You Explain: Why trial by jury was fairer than trial by ordeal? Can You Evaluate: Why Medieval people were afraid of breaking the law? If you like this resource, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop, such as life in a Medieval town. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy

Dive into history with this engaging and interactive Diamond 9 activity! Designed to enhance your students’ critical thinking skills, this activity focuses on exploring the social, political, economic, and religious causes behind the Peasants’ Revolt in 1381. Uncover the pivotal moments that led to the collapse of the feudal system in England and the emergence of the concept of the freeborn Englishman. Spark insightful discussions and deepen historical understanding with this thought-provoking educational tool. This Diamond 9 activity will work alongside any mainstream text book or powerpoint on this topic. Students can sort the cards into their short and long term causes as well as the social, political, economic and religious causes of the Peasants Revolt. This lesson is aimed at middle and higher ability students, if you When you purchase this lesson, you will be able to download a single page word document, which contains 10 cards to be sorted, along with their instructions. You will also be able to download an accompanying PowerPoint, that has been designed to facilitate the card sorts and help consolidate the learning through an extended answer on what were the main causes of the Peasants Revolt in 1381. It also contains a word search, starters, plenaries, heads and tails task and writing frames and tempates. If you need a worksheet and more detailed information slides because you haven’t got a text book, them you can purchase the premium version of this lesson, which contains everything for an extra £1 from this link: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-13068619 The aims and objectives of this lesson are: Theme: Medieval Society Know: Why did the peasants revolt in 1381? Understand: What roles did religious, social, economic and political factors play? Evaluate: What was the most important cause of the Peasants’ Revolt in 1381? Skills: Source Analysis, Cause, Consequence & Collaboration WILF – What Am I Looking For? Can You Describe: Why the peasants revolted in 1381? Can You Explain: What roles did religious, social, political and money factors play? Can You Evaluate: What was the most important cause of the Peasants’ Revolt in 1381? If you like this resource, then why not check out our other resources on similar topics in our TES shop, such as life in a Medieval town. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Instagram, X , YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want. All our authors are paid the living wage so when you purchase our resources you are buying into our shared values of fair play and decency. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube Channel with over 600 free videos: @historyacademy Kind Regards Roy