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Introducing Top Historian, where a decade of seasoned expertise in History teaching and department management converges to craft exceptional educational resources. Our meticulously designed materials include individual lessons, exam technique and content revision for both British and International exam boards. Let Top Historian lighten your workload without compromising on excellence, providing a seamless blend of experience and adaptability to deliver top quality History with maximum progress.
A full exam technique masterclass for the Edexcel History IGCSE Paper 1.
This lesson includes a 10 slide PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of every question on this paper. This masterclass also provides specific instructions, writing frameworks and guidance on how to craft top quality answers for each Paper 1 question, to help your students gain the highest marks possible in their final exam.
It also includes example questions to enable students to become familiar with the format of each and an essay writing masterclass which breaks down the key principles of writing a top notch essay in a straightfoward and accessible way!
Specific content:
Slide 1 - Introduction slide
Slide 2 - Paper 1 Content and Assessment overview
Slide 3 - Structure advice and writing template for how to score 6/6 on Qa. Also includes language, tonal and content word mats for upleveling student’s academic language.
Slide 4 - Top tips for an 8 mark question (Qb) - structural guidance and example questions.
Slide 5 - Top tips for a 16 mark question (Qc) - instructions and framework
Slide 6 - Paper1, Qc Essay Writing Masterclass
Slide 7 - Introductions
Slide 8 - Main body and conclusion
Slide 9 - Modelled and colour coded examplar PEEL paragraph
Slide 10 - Essay pitfalls - what not to do!
Who is this lesson for?
This lesson can be used to introduce, embed or revise the key skills required to excel in Paper 1 to year 10 and 11. A handy lesson which can be reused again and again to embed those core skills for Paper 1 success!
Fully adaptable as a PowerPoint presentation for those who want to tweak the example questions to fit their chosen Paper 1 topics.
I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE EDEXCEL IGCSE HISTORY PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce.
Complementary resources:
MODEL ANSWERS AND TASKS BUNDLE- Edexcel IGCSE History Paper 1
FULL COURSE OVERVIEW - USA 1918-41 - Edexcel IGCSE History Paper 2
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This resource comprises a 103 question knowledge test based on the key information of the Origins of the Cold War. Currently used as a fact test / team quiz / revision resource for my students studying CIE IGCSE for KQ4, I’ve also used it for the Edexcel IGCSE module on Superpower Tensions as well as for the British GCSE curriculum.
The test is broken down into the 9 sections outlined below and could be used all together as a single summative assessment or a fun team based quiz at the end of the topic.
Alternatively the test could be delivered as 9 mini checkpoints throughout the course which is how I often use them to build knowledge. Additionally, they are great for a low stakes starter, plenary or homework task.
Resource details:
Section A: Why did the US-Soviet alliance begin to break down in 1945? (13 questions)
Section B: The Yalta Conference, February 1945 (16 questions)
Section C: The Potsdam Conference, July 1945 (11 questions)
Section D: The Iron Curtain Speech, 1946 (6 questions)
Section E: Stalin’s Takeover of Eastern Europe (8 questions)
Section F: How did the USA react to Soviet Expansionism? (15 questions)
Section G: The Berlin Blockade (Causes and Events), 1948 (13 questions)
Section H: The Berlin Blockade (Consequences, NATO and the Warsaw Pact) (11 questions)
Section I: Who was to blame for the Cold War? (11 questions)
Great for revisiting at the end of the chapter, at the end of the whole scheme/core content, during the revision period or incorporating into a study pack before students go on study leave.
This resource also comes with a full and detailed answer sheet to speed up marking or for students to self assess with.
Associated resources:
Paper 1 FULL COURSE CONTENT REVIEW - retrieval practice and content revision
NEW IGCSE Paper 1 exam technique Masterclass (CIE)
League of Nations Revision Mindmap - IGCSE Chapter 2
FREE Treaty of Versailles Revision Mindmap
Paper 1 MODEL ANSWERS BUNDLE (2024)
THE BIG PAPER ONE BUNDLE 2024
A full course review of the new Cambridge IGCSE Paper 4 Depth Study, focusing on retrieval practice for content as well as Paper 1 and Paper 4 skills, using practice exam questions based upon the new specification (2024)
*This lesson has been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification (CIE). *
This resource includes a 22 slide PowerPoint presentation which comprises a series of challenge grids (as seen in the preview) for retrieval practice of every element of the USA Depth Study. These can be used at the end of individual lessons as fun consolidation plenaries, turned into competitive games within revision lessons at the end of the course, or given to students to take home and self assess as homework assignments / whilst on study leave to support them in their revision of content in an active and memorable way. At the end of each subtopic there are sample questions from Paper 1 and Paper 4 for students to practice applying their knowledge to. Following this is a peer assessment and feedback task to enable students to practice applying the mark scheme whilst also gaining feedback from their classmates.
**Specific content: **
Slide 1 - Introduction and title
Slide 2 - Challenge grid - 1920s Economy
Slide 3 - Challenge grid - 1920s Economy
Slide 4 - Challenge grid - 1920s Economy
Slide 5 - Challenge grid - 1920s Society
Slide 6 - Challenge grid - 1920s Society
Slide 7 - Challenge grid - 1920s Women
Slide 8 - Challenge grid - 1920s Immigration
Slide 9 - Challenge grid - 1920s Racism
Slide 10 -Challenge grid - 1920s Prohibition
Slide 11 - Depth Study Paper 1 Questions - The 1920s (Students to pick one a, b and c to practice from a choice of 9)
Slide 12 - Depth Study Paper 4 Questions - The 1920s (Students to pick one a and b from a choice of 7)
Slide 13 - Peer assessment and feedback task
Slide 14 - Challenge grid - Causes of thee Wall Street Crash
Slide 15 - Challenge grid- Impact of the Wall Street Crash
Slide 16 - Challenge grid - Hoover Vs Roosevelt
Slide 17 - Challenge grid - FDR’s First Hundred Days and the First New Deal
Slide 18 - Challenge grid - The Second New Deal
Slide 19 - Challenge grid - The impact of the New Deal
Slide 20 - Depth Study Paper 1 Questions - The 1930s-40s (Students to pick one a, b and c to practice from a choice of 9)
Slide 21 - Depth Study Paper 4 Questions - The 1920s (Students to pick one a and b from a choice of 7)
Slide 22 - Peer assessment and feedback task
Associated resources:
New Paper 4 Masterclass 2024
NEW 1920s USA Paper 4 Revision Guide and Activity Book
A full exam technique masterclass for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 1 exam
By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our 2024 cohort of 90 students achieved an average grade of an A* on this Paper.
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the New 2024 IGCSE training course by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification (CIE).
This resource includes a 23 slide PowerPoint lesson which breaks down the demands of the 2024 IGCSE History Paper 1 and offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for all 3 Qs.
As a BONUS this lesson also includes an Essay Writing Masterclass which breaks down the components of an excellent essay into easy to follow steps - ideal for those students who struggle with academic writing and for those who’ve grasped the basics but want to improve the quality of their exam answers. In addition to this, we’ve included a SECOND BONUS in the form of a model answer for a QC essay response.
Specific content:
Slide 1 - Introduction
Slide 2 - Paper 1 Content and Assessment overview
Slide 3 - ‘What is the examiner looking for in Qa?’ and ‘test yourself’ example Qs
Slide 4 - 4 x model answer content for the test yourself questions
Slide 5 - What is the examiner looking for in Qb?
Slide 6 - ‘Golden Rules’ for the 6 marker and example Qs
Slide 7- How do I show I’m explaining and not just describing?
Slide 8 - What is the examiner looking for in Qc?
Slide 9 - What formats can the Qc essay take and example Qs
Slide 10 - Top tips for a 10 marker and advice on timings
Slide 11 - An introduction to the Essay Writing Masterclass
Slide 12 - Introductions
Slide 13 - Main body
Slide 14-17 - A full QC model answer, broken down into individual paragraphs for student analysis.
Slide 18 - How to write a great conclusion!
Slide 19- Essay pitfalls - what not to do!
Slide 22 - Homework - Test your Paper 1 skills with confidence!
Who is this lesson for?
This lesson can be used to introduce, embed or revise the key skills required to excel in CIE Paper 1 to year 10 and 11.
**Associated resources **
This masterclass is best paired with my model answer ABC question sets for KQ1, KQ2 and KQ3! (If you want a bargain, they’re even cheaper if you buy the bundle!)
These model answers are great for speeding up marking and act as ready made feedback lessons, saving you hours of planning time!
These fully adaptable lessons and resources include start to finish scaffolded support and instruction for the new Paper 4 Cambridge IGCSE History Exam (2024). By using the methods, our 2024 cohort of 90 students averaged an A grade on this paper, with one student gaining 40/40!
Included in this bundle are scaffolded planning support, writing tips (content, timings, length of answers), pre-made marking codes , feedback activities and model answers designed to maximise student progress while reducing teacher workload.
The questions used as examples are based on the USA depth study, though the principles of the exam technique, skills and guidance on planning, writing and feedback are applicable to anyone doing the Cambridge IGCSE History Paper 4.
All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification.
Specific content:
Perfecting the Paper 4 ‘account’ question (Qa):
Slide 1 - Title slide
Slide 2 -Let’s plan together (content and sequencing activity)
Slide 3 - Time to write - FAQs
Slide 4 - Feedback on Qa (feedback and reflection worksheet)
Slide 5 - Decoding the marking codes
Slide 6 - What Went Well
Slide 7 - Even Better If
Slide 8 - Personal feedback and target setting using a model answer.
Perfecting the Paper 4 essay (Qb):
Slide 1 - Title slide
Slide 2 -Let’s plan together (with essay planning template)
Slide 3 - Writing for an A* with PEEL paragraphs
Slide 4 - Conclusions and judgements
Slide 5 - Time to write - FAQs
Slide 6 - Feedback on Qb (with feedback and reflection worksheet)
Slide 7 - Decoding the marking codes
Slide 8 - What Went Well
Slide 9 - Even Better If
Slide 10 - Personal feedback codes
Slide 11 - Uplevelling our academic writing (compare and contrast exemplar answers)
Slide 12 - A quick note on conclusions…
What’s included in this Paper 4 assessment bundle?
1 x PowerPoint on Perfecting Qa
1 x PowerPoint on Perfecting Qb
1 x Qb Essay planning and structure template
1 x Qb Improving our academic writing activity sheet
1 x Qa Feedback and Reflection Worksheet
1 x Qb Feedback and Reflection Worksheet
1 x Model answer for Qa
1 x Model answer fo Qb
I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your money, please feel free to download my FREE EDEXCEL PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce.
Complementary resources:
Paper 4 Masterclass USA and Germany
A full exam technique masterclass for the new 2024 onwards Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 2 exam. Paper 2 was the paper our 2024 cohort did best on this year! By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our cohort of 90 students achieved an average of 76% - 12% higher than the A threshold*.
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification (CIE).
This resource includes a 15 slide PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of the 2024 IGCSE History Paper 2. With over 20 question formats deconstructed, scaffolded and categorised into ‘question types’, this masterclass offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for every Paper 2 style question.
As a BONUS this lesson also includes ‘Writing like a Historian for Source Analysis’ keyword mats and classroom posters to help students develop the quality of their academic language and written communication. These resources have yielded exceptional results, particularly with supporting EAL students to develop their vocabulary and confidence using formal, academic language, as well as serving as a model of good practice to remind more proficient students to be as ambitious as possible with their written expression.
Specific content:
Slide 1 - Introduction slide
Slide 2 - Paper 2 Content and Assessment overview
Slide 3 - Paper 2 General guidance and exam advice
Slide 4 - Expert evaluation of content?
Slide 5 - Expert evaluation of provenance?
Slide 6 - Language matters - Writing like a Historian for Source Analysis
Slide 7 - Categorising the Paper 2 questions and timings advice.
Slide 8 - ‘What is the main message of Source A?’ - What the examiner is looking for and how to structure this answer.
Slide 9 - ‘What is the purpose of Source B?’ (and other variations of this Q). What the examiner is looking for and how to structure this answer.
Slide 10 - ‘Are you surprised by Source C?’ (and other variations of this Q). What the examiner is looking for and how to structure this answer.
Slide 11 - ‘How useful is Source D to a historian studying ?’ What the examiner is looking for and how to structure this answer.
Slide 12 - ‘How similar are Sources E and F?’ (and other variations of this Q). What the examiner is looking for and how to structure this answer.
Slide 13 - ‘How far do these 2 sources agree?’ (and other variations of this Q). What the examiner is looking for in this Q and how to structure it.
Slide 14 - ‘Does Source G prove Source H wrong? (and other variations of this Q). What the examiner is looking for in this Q and how to structure it.
Slide 15 - Perfecting the guaranteed essay question.
Other resources:
Pair this Paper 2 masterclass with the Paper 1 & Paper 4 masterclasses to provide a comprehensive foundation of exam technique knowledge across all 3 CIE papers.
A full exam technique lesson for the Edexcel History IGCSE Paper 1. This lesson includes a 15 slide PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of every question on this paper. This masterclass also provides specific instructions, examples, activities, writing frameworks and guidance on how to craft top quality answers for each Paper 1 question, to help your students gain the highest marks possible in their final exam.
Specific content:
Slide 1 - Introduction slide
Slide 2 - Paper 1 Content and Assessment overview
Slide 3 - Structure advice and writing template for how to score 6/6 on Qa. Also includes language, tonal and content word mats for upleveling students academic language.
Slide 4 -Students as examiners Qa task - students to grade 2 very different exam answers based on a typical Qa source using the mark scheme.
Slide 5 - Students to use the advice and structure template provided on the slides to have a go at writing their own response to a Qa source question. A star challenge activity is provided to stretch and challenge the most able.
Slide 6 - Top tips for an 8 mark question (Qb) - structural guidance and example questions
Slide 7 - Students as examiners Qb task - students to grade 2 different Qb exam answers and use the mark scheme to mark the answers, providing clear reasons as to why they have given the mark they have. They should then have a go at writing up their own response to a different question b, before moving onto the two star challenge activities provided.
Slide 8 - Top tips for a 16 mark question (Qc) - instructions and framework
Slide 9 - Paper1, Qc Essay Writing Masterclass
Slide 10 - Introductions
Slide 11 - Main body and conclusion
Slide 12 - Modelled and colour coded examplar PEEL paragraph
Slide 13 - Essay pitfalls - what not to do!
Slide 14 - Students as examiners Qc - Students are to carefully read the model answer provided and colour code it for the different elements of PEEL (using the example in Slide 12 as a guide). They should then use the essay structure template to plan and write their own 16 mark essay, before peer or self assessing using the mark scheme.
Slide 15 - Congratulations on completing the masterclass and final tips and advice.
**Resources included **
1x Masterclass presentation - Microsoft PowerPoint
1 x Qa Masterclass activities ( 3 mains and 1 Star Challenge) - Microsoft Word
1 x Qb Masterclass activities ( 3 mains and 2 Star Challenges) - Microsoft Word
1 x Qc Model essay (standard IGCSE ability)
1 x Qc Model essay (a more academic, detailed and ambitious variation on the above essay to inspire the most able historians - possibly closer to an AS level essay than IGCSE but a nice way to stretch and challenge the most able)
1 x Qc Structure template
1 x Edexcel Mark Scheme
Duration
This bundle consists of a minimum of 4-5 hours of content (including feedback). Each activity has been carefully designed to guarantee maximum engagement for maximum progress
A full exam technique masterclass for the 2025 Cambridge IGCSE History Paper 2 exam focusing on KQ2 - TheLeague of Nations (0470). Paper 2 was the paper our 2024 cohort did best on this year! By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our cohort of 90 students achieved an average of 76% (which is 12% higher than the amount needed for an A grade!)
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the New IGCSE Specification (2024) training course delivered by CIE as well as feedback from our first cohort of students!
This resource includes a 19 slide, fully editable PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of the 2026 IGCSE History Paper 2. With over 20 question formats deconstructed, scaffolded and categorised into ‘question types’, this masterclass offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for every Paper 2 style question.
As a BONUS this lesson also includes 2x MODEL ANSWERS as well as ‘Writing like a Historian for Source Analysis’ keyword mats and classroom posters to help students develop the quality of their academic language and written communication.
Specific content:
Slide 1 - Introduction
Slide 2 - Paper 2 Content and Assessment overview
Slide 3 - Paper 2 General guidance and exam advice
Slide 4 - Expert evaluation of content
Slide 5 - Expert evaluation of provenance
Slide 6 - Language matters - Writing like a Historian for Source Analysis
Slide 7 - Categorising the Paper 2 questions and timings advice.
Slide 8 - ‘What is the main message of Source A?’ - What the examiner is looking for and how to structure this answer.
Slide 9 - Model answer - complete and thorough analysis
Slide 10 - Model answer - streamlined version (for a realistic impression of what a student could achieve in timed conditions)
Slide 11 - ‘What is the purpose of Source B?’ (and other variations of this Q).
Slide 12 - Model answer
Slide 13 - Model answer - streamlined version
Slide 14 - ‘Are you surprised by Source C?’ (and other variations of this Q).
Slide 15 - ‘How useful is Source D to a historian studying ?’
Slide 16 - ‘How similar are Sources E and F?’ (and other variations of this Q).
Slide 17 - ‘How far do these 2 sources agree?’ (and other variations of this Q).
Slide 18 - ‘Does Source G prove Source H wrong? (and other variations of this Q).
Slide 19 - Perfecting the guaranteed essay question.
Associated resources:
HISTORY IGCSE CIE NEW Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass
HISTORY IGCSE CIE NEW Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass
A full revision run through of Chapter 2 - ‘To what extent was the League of Nations a success?’ for the new 2024 onwards Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 1 exam.
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the New Specification for 2024 IGCSE training course by CIE
A fully adaptable 29 slide PowerPoint lesson which concisely yet comprehensively reviews the entirety of Chapter 2. Packed with dual coding tasks, paper 2 style source analysis activities, explanation tasks, memorable pneumoics, knowledge organisers, colour coded infographics, categorising and chronology tasks and and many more recall activities, this lesson can be used as a teacher-led, lightning-speed run through the week before the exam, or could easily fill2-3 hours using all of the tasks and revision activities included. It’s also a great resource for students to work through independently as home learning or while on study leave.
Also included is a BONUS A3 revision mind map and accompanying knowledge organiser which break down the key details and most salient points of the chapter in one visual, colour coded knowledge organiser. ** Fantastic for less-able students who struggle with note making or those high flyers who struggle to condense**. These mind maps have been invaluable with my own classes in consolidating, condensing and linking together key information, and each year students comment on how useful they find them to revise from, particularly the day before and morning of the exam as a quick refresh!
Specific content:
Slides 1 - 2 Introduction and purpose of the League of Nations
Slides 3 - 6 Membership to the League of Nations
Slide 7 - Power of the LoN
Slides 8 - 10 Structure and commissions of the League
Slide 11 - Successes and failures of the League in the 1920s
Slides 12 - 19 Causes, Events and Consequences of the Manchuria Crisis
Slide 20 - Source practice (Manchuria)
Slides 21 - 27 Causes, Events and Consequences of the Abyssinian Crisis
Slide 28 - Bringing it all together - how far was the League of Nations a success/ failure?
Slide 29 - Interesting History facts and wider reading on the League of Nations.
Complementary resources
KQ1 - Treaty of Versailles in a nutshell - complete chapter review
New Paper 1 2024 IGCSE History Exam Technique Masterclass
Chapter 1 Model Answers for the 2024 onwards Paper 1 exam
Paper 1 Full Course Review - retrieval practice and content revision
A full exam technique masterclass for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 4 exam.
By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our 2024 cohort of 90 students averaged an A grade on this paper, with one student gaining 40/40!
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification (CIE).
This resource includes a fully adaptable 22 slide powerpoint presentation which breaks down the demands of the 2024 IGCSE History Paper 4 and offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for both questions.
As a BONUS this lesson also includes an Essay Writing Masterclass which breaks down the components of an excellent essay into easy to follow steps - ideal for those students who struggle with academic writing and for those who’ve grasped the basics but want to up-level the quality of their answers. As a SECOND BONUS this resource includes a model answer which will provide your students with a clear example of what an excellent Paper 4 essay response should look like.
Specific content:
Slide 1 - Introduction slide
Slide 2 - Paper 4 Content and Assessment overview
Slide 3 - ‘What is the examiner looking for in Qa?’ and example Qs?
Slide 4 - What should a good ‘write an account’ question look like?
Slide 5 - What is the examiner looking for in Qb?
Slide 6-7 - ‘What should a good 25 mark essay contain / look like?’ and example Qs
Slide 8-9 - What is a facet?!
Slide 10 - Let’s plan one together…
Slide 11 - Writing for an A* with PEEL paragraphs
Slide 12 - How do you write a final judgement / strong conclusion for a Qb essay?
Slide 13 - An introduction to the Essay Writing Masterclass
Slide 14 - Introductions
Slide 15 - Main body
Slide 16-20 - Model paragraphs for the essay ‘Discuss the impact of prohibition’ (25)
Slide 21 - Essay pitfalls - what not to do!
Slide 22 - Homework - Test your new Paper 4 skills with confidence!
Who is this lesson for?
This lesson and the associated resources can be used to introduce, embed or revise the key skills required to excel in Paper 4. The model answer and example questions are focused on the America depth study, though the principles of exam technique will be useful to any school doing the CIE History IGCSE.
Other Resources:
New Paper 4 Depth Study Full Course Review (USA)
1920s USA Revision Guide for the Paper 4 IGCSE Depth Study
Germany Paper 4 Masterclass
A full exam technique masterclass for the 2026 Cambridge IGCSE History Paper 2 exam focusing on KQ1 - The Treaty of Versailles (0470). Paper 2 was the paper our 2024 cohort did best on this year! By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our cohort of 90 students achieved an average of 76% (which is 12% higher than the amount needed for an A grade!)*.
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the New IGCSE Specification (2024) training course delivered by CIE as well as feedback from our first cohort of students!
This resource includes a 17 slide, fully editable PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of the 2026 IGCSE History Paper 2. With over 20 question formats deconstructed, scaffolded and categorised into ‘question types’, this masterclass offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for every Paper 2 style question.
As a BONUS this lesson also includes 2x MODEL ANSWERS as well as ‘Writing like a Historian for Source Analysis’ keyword mats and classroom posters to help students develop the quality of their academic language and written communication.
Specific content:
Slide 1 - Introduction
Slide 2 - Paper 2 Content and Assessment overview
Slide 3 - Paper 2 General guidance and exam advice
Slide 4 - Expert evaluation of content
Slide 5 - Expert evaluation of provenance
Slide 6 - Language matters - Writing like a Historian for Source Analysis
Slide 7 - Categorising the Paper 2 questions and timings advice.
Slide 8 - ‘What is the main message of Source A?’ - What the examiner is looking for and how to structure this answer.
Slide 9 - Model answer
Slide 10 - ‘What is the purpose of Source B?’ (and other variations of this Q). What the examiner is looking for and how to structure this answer.
Slide 11 - Model answer
Slide 12 - ‘Are you surprised by Source C?’ (and other variations of this Q).
Slide 13 - ‘How useful is Source D to a historian studying ?’
Slide 14 - ‘How similar are Sources E and F?’ (and other variations of this Q).
Slide 15 - ‘How far do these 2 sources agree?’ (and other variations of this Q).
Slide 16 - ‘Does Source G prove Source H wrong? (and other variations of this Q).
Slide 17 - Perfecting the essay question.
Associated resources:
Cambridge IGCSE KQ1 Treaty of Versailles in a nutshell
FREE Treaty of Versailles Revision Mindmap
IGCSE CIE Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass
IGCSE CIE NEW Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass
A complete set of 5 model answers for the 2024 Paper 2 topic - KQ5 (Containment). These model answers focus specifically on the Cuban Missile Crisis and contain a broad cross section of question types for this paper.
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification (CIE).
Great for use as in class activities or as a whole pre-made assessment with the model answers to support feedback. Crucially, I’ve found using model answers such as these invaluable when walking students through exam technique during revision sessions, and helping to translate the demands of the mark scheme into something tangible and understandable.
Having the models to serve as clear examples of what high scoring answers should look like has resulted in higher quality assessment answers from my own classes, as well as those of my colleagues. Students too have commented on how useful it has been to have a benchmark to measure their own answers against, while doing independent revision and practising past paper questions at home.
Specific content:
Study Sources A and B.
How far do these sources agree? Explain your answer using details from the sources.
Study Source C.
Why was this cartoon published on 29th October 1962? Explain your answer using details from the source and your knowledge.
Study Sources D and E.
How far does Source D make Source E surprising? Explain your answer using details from the sources and your knowledge.
Study Source F.
What is the cartoonist’s message? Explain your answer using details from the source and your own knowledge.
Study ALL the sources.
How far do these sources provide convincing evidence that the Cuban Missile Crisis was a success for Khrushchev? Use the sources to explain your answer.
Associated resources
This resource is best used in conjunction with the New IGCSE History Paper 2 Exam Technique Masterclass for 2024. This masterclass breaks down the Paper 2 markscheme into student friendly language that’s accessible to all, and offers step by step guidance on structure, content and how to hit the highest mark on every type of question! Bonus freebies include advice on timings, top tips for analysing content and provenance, and ‘writing like a historian’ keyword mats to help students uplevel their written communication through the application of precise and specific vocabulary.
If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming every week!)
This resource consists of 3 sets of Paper 1 style (A, B, C) model answers for the Cambridge History IGCSE Paper 1.
By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our 2024 cohort of 90 students achieved an average grade of an A* on this Paper.
This bundle contains:
1x A, B, C model answer for Chapter 1 - How fair was the Treaty of Versailles?
1x A, B, C model answer for Chapter 2 - How successful was the League of Nations?
1x A, B, C model answer for Chapter 3 - Why did the world go to war in 1939?
All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the New 2024 IGCSE training course delivered by CIE.
How can I use this resource?
These model answers can also be used as a high quality assessment resource by speeding up marking and doubling up as ready made feedback lessons, saving you hours of planning! They also make excellent revision resources for Year 11 to revise from prior to assessments and the upcoming summer examination, to remind themselves of the key features and qualities required to secure those top marks!
This resource is best used in conjunction with the New IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass for 2024 (CIE 0470). This masterclass breaks down the Paper 1 markscheme into accessible, student friendly language, and offers step by step guidance on structure (with scaffolded writing support), content and how to hit the highest mark on every question! Bonus freebies include an essay writing masterclass and another model QC answer, as well as more practice questions with mark schemes!
Paper 1 Whole Course Review - A series of revision tasks and practice exam Qs that span Chapters 1-6! Can be used as a revision lesson or as a bank of individual starters and review tasks to use throughout the year!
I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce.
A full exam technique masterclass for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 4 exam.
By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our 2024 cohort of 90 students averaged an A grade on this paper, with one student gaining 40/40!
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification (CIE).
This resource includes a fully adaptable 23 slide powerpoint presentation which breaks down the demands of the 2024 IGCSE History Paper 4 and offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for both questions.
As a BONUS this lesson also includes an Essay Writing Masterclass which breaks down the components of an excellent essay into easy to follow steps - ideal for those students who struggle with academic writing and for those who’ve grasped the basics but want to level-up the quality of their written responses. In addition to this, we’ve included a SECOND BONUS of a model answer to provide students with a clear example of what an excellent Paper 4 essay response should look like.
Specific content:
Slide 1 - Introduction
Slide 2 - Paper 4 Content and Assessment overview
Slide 3 - ‘What is the examiner looking for in Qa?’ and example Qs?
Slide 4 - What should a good ‘write an account’ question look like?
Slide 5 - What is the examiner looking for in Qb?
Slide 6-7 - ‘What should a good 25 mark essay contain / look like?’ and example Qs
Slide 8-9 - What is a facet?!
Slide 10 - Let’s plan one together…
Slide 11 - Writing for an A* with PEEL paragraphs
Slide 12 - How do you write a final judgement / strong conclusion for a Qb essay?
Slide 13 - An introduction to the Essay Writing Masterclass
Slide 14 - Introductions
Slide 15 - Main body
Slide 16-21 - Model paragraphs for the essay ‘Discuss the impact of Stresemann’s policies for the stability of the Weimar Republic between 1924-29 ’ (25)
Slide 22 - Essay pitfalls - what not to do!
Slide 23 - Homework - Test your new Paper 4 skills with confidence!
Who is this lesson for?
This lesson and the associated resources can be used to introduce, embed or revise the key skills required to excel in Paper 4 to year 10 and 11. The model answer and example questions are focused on the Germany depth study.
Looking for the CIE Paper 4 Masterclassfor the US depth study? Find it here, it’s our bestseller! Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass - USA Depth Study
How long will it take me to deliver this lesson?
Between 1-2 hours
Associated resources:
Paper 1 exam technique masterclass
Paper 2 exam technique masterclass
This bundle of New Paper 4 Model Answers contains 3 Qa ‘Write an account’ responses, along with 3 Qb essay style answers. These model answers can be used as writing benchmarks, structure guidance or feedback resources post-assessment.
By using the principles and structures outlined in these model answers, our 2024 cohort of 90 students averaged an A grade on this paper, with one student gaining 40/40!
These model answers are based on the content from the US depth study but the structure and format is applicable to anyone doing Paper 4 of the Cambridge History IGCSE for the 2024 exam onwards. All resources are customisable and adaptable as Microsoft Word Documents.
For pre-made assessment lessons complete with a full range of planning guidance, writing support and feedback activities to maximise student progress on the Paper 4 exam, please take a look at my New Paper 4 History IGCSE Assessment Lessons (2024). Additionally, my Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass is the most comprehensive resource designed to walk students through every inch of the new Paper 4 mark scheme and examination demands, packed full of student friendly advice, top tips and scaffolded activities to secure those top grades. Also availab
All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification.
Specific content:
Model Answer 1 - Write an account of the developments leading to Roosevelt’s 1932 election victory. (15 marks)
Model Answer 2 - Write an account of the growth of popular entertainment in the 1920s. (15 marks)
Model Answer 3 - Write an account of the impact of the Great Depression. (15 marks)
Model Answer 4 - Discuss the impact of Prohibition. (25 marks)
Model Answer 5 - Discuss the importance of changes in the lives of women in the 1920s (25 marks)
Model Answer 6 - Discuss the importance of the New Deal (25 marks)
I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming soon!).
Additional resources:
1920s USA Depth Study Revision Guide
A full revision run through of Chapter 2 - ‘To what extent was the League of Nations a success?’ for the new 2024 onwards Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 1 exam. (For specific details and more comprehensive summaries of each individual resource please do click on the links to each in the resource list below!)
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the New Specification for 2024 IGCSE training course by CIE
**Resources included in this bundle **
In a nutshell full chapter revision and activities on ‘How far was the League of Nations a success?’
A fully adaptable 29 slide PowerPoint lesson which concisely yet comprehensively reviews the entirety of Chapter 2. Packed with dual coding tasks, paper 2 style source analysis activities, explanation tasks, memorable pneumoics, knowledge organisers, colour coded infographics, categorising and chronology tasks and and many more recall activities, this lesson can be used as a teacher-led, lightning-speed run through the week before the exam, or could easily fill2-3 hours using all of the tasks and revision activities included. It’s also a great resource for students to work through independently as home learning or while on study leave.
**League of Nations A3 revision mind map and accompanying knowledge organiser **
This resource break down the key details and most salient points of the chapter in one visual, colour coded knowledge organiser. ** Fantastic for less-able students who struggle with note making or those high flyers who struggle to condense**. These mind maps have been invaluable with my own classes in consolidating, condensing and linking together key information, and each year students comment on how useful they find them to revise from, particularly the day before and morning of the exam as a quick refresh!
**80 question knowledge tests that cover the whole League of Nations content.**
The 80 question test is broken down into 8 sections from ‘Origins and aims of the League of Nations’ to ‘What were the main reasons for the League’s failure in the 1930s?’ They could be used all together as a single summative assessment or a fun team based quiz at the end of the topic or as 8 mini checkpoints throughout the delivery of the chapter content either as a starter, plenary or homework task.
Complementary resources
KQ1 - Treaty of Versailles in a nutshell - complete chapter review
New Paper 1 2024 IGCSE History Exam Technique Masterclass
Chapter 1 Model Answers for the 2024 onwards Paper 1 exam
Paper 1 Full Course Review - retrieval practice and content revision
A complete 40 page revision guide covering every inch of 1920s America. This guide is perfect for **streamling and consolidating **the content of the 1920s for any KS4 students studying History at GCSE or IGCSE level.
Most of my students love History. Many of them, however, say they struggle to remember the vast amounts of content and nitty gritty details of every topic. Even more say they struggle to know how to revise when they’re on their own.
This 40 page revision guide and activity booklet was designed last year with them in mind, as a way to streamline the content of their US depth study and provide them with stimulating and challenging review tasks throughout to make their revision active, rather than passive, and in doing so maximise understanding and recall!
This booklet contains full summaries of the key causes, features, events and consequences of the economic boom on US society, and examines the political, economic and social facets of each of these. In particular, my students found the breakdowns of key concepts into mnemonics, flow charts, fact files and colourful mindmaps extremely helpful in chunking the course content into easily digestible pieces and linking different aspects together.
Alongside these accessible and engaging explanations are numerous revision activites such as: challenge grids, knowledge organisers, diamond 9s, gap fills, scaffolded exam questions, model answers, colour codes, source analyses and many more.
This booklet covers the 1920s and social change only. Part two, covering the bust of the 1930s and attempted recovery during Hoover, FDR and WWI will be available soon!
Complementary resources:
USA Full Course Review (EDEXCEL)
USA Full Course Review (CIE)
USA IGCSE PAPER 4 Model Answers Bundle(CIE)
HISTORY IGCSE CIE NEW Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass
HISTORY IGCSE CIE NEW Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass
USA PAPER 4 ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK LESSONS
Download my FREE PAPER 2 EDEXCEL IGCSE MASTERCLASS (USA) to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce.
A full exam technique masterclass and full paper of model answers for Key Question 5 (Cuban Missile Crisis focus) for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 2 exam. Paired together, these resources provide student-friendly breakdowns of the mark scheme and step by step guidance on every aspect of the 2024 paper 2 examination.
This lesson has been produced following the completion of the new IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification (CIE).
Specific content:
*1 x Paper 2 Exam Technique Masterclass* - a 15 slide PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of the 2024 IGCSE History Paper 2. With over 20 question formats deconstructed, scaffolded and categorised into ‘question types’, this masterclass offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for every Paper 2 style question. (Full slide by slide description available on individual resource.)
As a BONUS this lesson also includes ‘Writing like a Historian for Source Analysis’ keyword mats and classroom posters to help students develop the quality of their academic language and written communication.
1 x Model Answers Bundle - Full Paper, Cuba focus - 5 full model answers with source material provided as well as top tips and advice for every question to ensure students are hitting those top mark bands. (Full description of content on individual resource).
Other resources:
Pair this Paper 2 masterclass with the Paper 1 & Paper 4 masterclasses to provide a comprehensive foundation of exam technique knowledge across all 3 CIE papers.
This bundle contains everything you need to give your students the best possible foundation on which to build their exam skills and confidence for Paper 1, 2 AND 4.
All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the New 2024 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification.
Comprising 3 individual exam technique masterclasses for each paper of the Cambridge IGCSE History examination for 2024, this bundle is the perfect accompaniment to any revision programme and is fully accessible to students learning both in the classroom or independently at home / while on study leave.
Each masterclass breaks down the demands of every question relative to that paper. Deconstructed mark schemes, scaffolded writing formulas, top tips, timing guidance, model answers, essay writing masterclasses and question banks are just some of the assets designed to consolidate student understanding of the modified 2024 exam, and accelerate progress in these last few months.
Specific content:
1 x IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass (2024). A 20 slide PowerPoint that takes students through every aspect of the new Paper 1 exam with full breakdowns of the mark scheme for each question type, as well as golden rules, structure guidance, example content, timings advice and bonus top tips. A bonus essay writing masterclass and an EXTRA model answer is included in this resource too.
1 x IGCSE History Paper 2 Exam Technique Masterclass (2024). With over 20 question formats deconstructed, scaffolded and categorised into ‘question types’, this masterclass offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for every Paper 2 style question.
As a BONUS this lesson also includes ‘Writing like a Historian for Source Analysis’ keyword mats and classroom posters to help students develop the quality of their academic language and written communication
1 x IGCSE History Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass (23 slide PowerPoint lesson which takes students through every aspect of the brand new Paper 4 exam with a focus on the USA depth study. From decoding what exactly is meant by a facet to facilitated essay planning and writing tasks, a model answer and homework tasks this masterclass is sure to instill confidence in young historians preparing for the June exam!
The number of activities and resources in this bundle means I am unable to break down each individual one into a description of individual slides as I normally would. However, linked below are each of the resources as they are sold individually, with full descriptions and detailed breakdowns of the contents.
Cambridge IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass
Cambridge IGCSE History Paper 2 Exam Technique Masterclass
Cambridge IGCSE History Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass
Want this bundle but with a Paper 4 Germany focus? - find it here.
All resources are fully adaptable and customisable to suit individual teacher’s needs.
I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming soon!)
As a new TES author doing my best to provide the highest quality History teaching materials, I would be so grateful for a review if you found these resources helpful!
This resource has been produced following the completion of the New Paper 4 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 onwards specification (CIE), as well as using pupil feedback from the first cohort.
Most of my students love History. Many of them, however, say they struggle to remember the vast amounts of content and nitty gritty details of every topic. Even more say they struggle to know how to revise when they’re on their own.
This 50 page revision guide and activity booklet was designed last year with them in mind, as a way to streamline the content of the US depth study and provide them with stimulating and challenging review tasks throughout to make their revision active, rather than passive, and in doing so maximise their understanding as well as their recall abilities!
This booklet provides a complete review of 1920s USA content for the CIE IGCSE Depth Study (Paper 4). It contains full summaries of the key causes, features, events and consequences of the economic boom on US society, and examines the political, economic and social facets of each of these. In particular, my students found the breakdowns of key concepts into mnemonics, flow charts, fact files and colourful mindmaps extremely helpful in chunking the course content into easily digestible pieces and linking different aspects together.
Alongside these accessible and engaging explanations are numerous revision activites such as: challenge grids, knowledge organisers, diamond 9s, gap fills, scaffolded exam questions, model answers, colour codes, source analyses and many more.
The Paper 4 was new to all of us last year so I was thrilled when numerous students in my class gained over 35/40, with one student gaining 40/40. This booklet and my paper 4 masterclass were the two things students cited as most helpful in their pupil voice reflections after the exam.
This booklet covers the 1920s and social change only. Part two, covering the bust of the 1930s and attempted recovery during Hoover, FDR and WWI will be available soon!
Associated CIE Paper 4 resources:
Paper 4 Assessment Lessons
Full Course Review
Model Answers bundle
Please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce.
