Dive into an extensive collection of over forty meticulously crafted lessons on the Cold War, tailored for both middle and high school students. Our curriculum embarks on a historical journey beginning before the outbreak of the Second World War, exploring the depths of Communist ideology and the pivotal moments of the Russian Revolution. It spans across the monumental events leading to the fall of the Berlin Wall and the dissolution of the USSR, providing a comprehensive exploration of this pivotal era in history. Each lesson is enriched with a diverse array of activities, keyword cards, and assessments, all designed to enhance analytical thinking and writing skills. Our resources are crafted to not only educate but to inspire a deeper understanding and curiosity about the Cold War’s complex narratives. The lessons include: Cold War Intro – Timeline and Keywords Capitalism v Communism Pre-WW2 Tensions The Grand Alliance Tensions during WW2 The Three Conferences Conferences – Role Play Lesson The US Atom Bomb Soviet Occupation of Eastern Europe Telegrams and Iron Curtains Truman Doctrine and Marshall Plan Cominform and Comecon Causes of the Berlin Blockade Events of the Berlin Blockade West Germany and NATO Cold War Origins Recap Lesson Korean War Causes Korean War Events Korean War Consequences Arms Race Space Race Hungarian Revolution Causes Hungarian Revolution Events Hungarian Revolution Consequences Berlin Wall Crisis Bay of Pigs Cuban Missile Crisis Consequences of the Cuban Missile Crisis Prague Spring Détente Vietnam War – Background Vietnam War – Gulf of Tonkin Vietnam War – Major Battles Vietnam War – Vietcong Tactics Vietnam War – US Tactics US and China Relations Soviet Invasion of Afghanistan Chernobyl Solidarity & Poland Gorbachev & The end of the USSR Wolsey Academy: Committed to Education and Charity As a proud non-profit organization, Wolsey Academy is dedicated to making a difference. Proceeds from the sale of our educational resources are generously donated to support various charities, details of which can be found on our website. Our commitment to educational excellence and social responsibility underscores everything we do. But our offerings don’t stop there. Wolsey Academy is also your gateway to engaging 3D History games and workbooks, available at no cost for your students to enjoy. These immersive games complement our educational resources, making learning both fun and impactful. And for those who wish to delve deeper into history, we offer the opportunity to purchase additional lessons at a special discount. Visit Wolsey Academy today (just a Google search away) and discover how our resources can enrich your teaching and inspire your students. Together, let’s bring history to life!

A complete and well resourced lesson (which in reality would take about 2-3 lessons to complete, so you can pick and choose your activities). It includes: • 16 Pokemon style key word cards • A writing task involving the use of those cards and a peer assessment. • A number of narrative slides for teacher input. • A pyramid significance task for causes of the Armada. • Chronology sorting task • A map to plot the events of the Armada. • Prompts for class discussions of causes/events/consequences. • Video links. • Homework task worksheet (with answers) • Drake? Hero or villain – debate materials. Wolsey Academy, a non-profit resource provider, directs all profits to various charities, including refugee support, youth sports, educational programs, and carbon capture, achieving a carbon-negative status. Explore our site for resources and free history role-playing games loved by students. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and for supporting our mission.