20 posters based on famous historical quotations. They are ideal for display or for use as a discussion point. Posters such as these can reinforce the significance of HIstory, making them useful for parents evenings and displays at school events. Many quotes about History are worthy of discussion. They often relate to the uses and misuses of the past, making them ideal prompts for discussion in tutor sessions and citizenship sessions. See my other resources for additional quotation posters and resources. They can be changed weekly to provide variety or to match up with specific areas that are being taught.

This pack of 20 posters is an ideal back to school resource. Providing 20 inspirational posters about history they can liven up your displays while acting as prompts for discussion. The quotes are selected to inspire and promote interest in the study of history. They provoke thought, some relate to the meaning of history, others the importance, some the nature of history. The resource comes as a pdf document that provides the posters in printable form. There is also a powerpoint version of the resource. This would make them easy to use as stimulus material via a projector. Combined with our other pack of historical quotes posters, there is more than enough for one per week, allowing a focus on a different quote each week. The two packs are also available as a bundled back to school offer to give you a head start on display.

Thomas Hobbes’ Social Contract is one of the most important ideas put forward by a British Political theorist. Hobbes wrote his seminal work, Leviathan, in the midst of the turmoil of the civil wars that tore through England, Ireland and Scotland. Political concepts are difficult for many students to comprehend at A Level. Especially so when the context in which they were developed was so much different to modern society. In these activities the context is explored to provide students with a grasp of what was going on around Hobbes as he developed his thinking. They consider how these events may have influenced his ideas before looking at specific issues. These are the nature of man, the rights to which they are entitled and the conflicts that this leads to. The Social Contract that is developed as a result of this theorising is then explored through a variety of activities. Accompanying the activity pack is a file containing a range of sources and quotes about the work of Hobbes. This provides a bank of reference materials.

This British Empire booklet covers the key points in the GCSE specifications that offer it as an option. The period covered in c1650 to 1858. The British Empire developed as the United Kingdom was being formed. The reference materials in the booklet explore the Uniting of the Kingdoms and the influence that those events had upon colonialism. Though the content is much the same as at Key Stage 3, the depth is significantly greater. In this resource we look at the development of the Transatlantic Slave Trade, from the forming of the Royal Africa Company through to the abolition of Slavery for the merchants of the East India Company in 1848 (Yes, after everywhere else in the Empire). The commercial aspects of Empire are assessed through looking at the impact of trade on major ports and the increase in consumerism. So too is the way that this influenced society. The emergence of Coffee Shops and the radical ideas formed there, along with a look at the racial theories that were developed in the 19th century. At 19000 words long this resource provides plenty of facts for students to refer to. It’s a great tool for them to have access to as it is written with them in mind. It isn’t too long, it isn’t too academic, it is pitched at their level (accessible for those on the boundary of passing and above). Resources to go alongside the booklet are being produced. We regularly send out information related to the British Empire on our facebook page. facebook.com/schoolshistory The booklet is also available for download onto a kindle via amazon and at our website schoolshistory.org.uk

**Black History Month and the centenary of the end of the First World War are both significant events on the calendar of HIstory Departments this term. ** -suitable for assemblies useful for Black History Month Relates to the centenary of the end of the First World War Scope for classroom activities based on the contents Includes images that can be used for display This presentation and collection of images relating to Black and Asian service in the First World War provides an excellent tool for covering the role played by Black and Asian servicemen in the Great War. It is multinational in approach, highlighting the fact that the war was a global one. It challenges the perception of the conflict being a white mans war, fought in Europe, from the opening slides. It uses facts such as the first shot fired by the British Empire being in Australia, and the first by the British Army itself by a Black Soldier of the Gold Coast Regiment to illustrate how the role of Black ad Asian services was interlinked with that of British, French or German ‘regular’ armies. The presentation contains 23 slides. Each includes an image and is accompanied by facts about this aspect of Black and Asian service in the war. The role of the Army and Navy are included in the presentation. It is suitable for an assembly on the topic as the information on the slides speaks for itself. A Non specialist can ask pupils to reflect on some issues, or consider the global geography involved in the examples provided. Within a history classroom the examples can be explored in more depth. Where, When and Why were men from around the world, from so many cultures, involved in a conflict such as the First World War? To help with this there is a zip file containing 52 images relating to Black and Asian service in the Great War.

If you are teaching the Ancient Greeks you will probably see reference to the God Asclepius. Asclepius was one of the many Greek gods. He specialised in healing. It is likely that Asclepius was a real person who’s teaching spread throughout the City States. His followers built many temples such as the one in the cover image and supporting video. The Cult of Asclepius was active for over 700 years. Temples were built well into the Roman era. This worksheet comprises an information sheet about Asclepius and an activity sheet. It highlights some of the key points about healing done at temples dedicated to Asclepius. The activities incorporate an element of numeracy as scaling is looked at by asking pupils to comprehend how long the cult lasted for through the means of working out how long the cult lasted for. It then asks them to consider what was happening in England 700 years ago and how much has changed. This can be used alongside a timeline to show the length of time the cult lasted and to open discussion about it’s significance. A source based discussion can be undertaken based on the images used in the worksheet. Asclepius and his daughter Hygeia were shown on Roman coins in the 3rd century CE. The meaning and significance of this can be explored. Comparison with the people appearing on modern money (notes) will help to illustrate the importance. Note: There are several spellings of Asclepius in common usage.

The Great War saw Black and Asian soldiers and sailors from around the globe heavily involved in conflict. For the first time global interconnections saw men of all backgrounds and cultures participating in a major war. This presentation looks at the global aspects of Black and Asian participation in the Great War. It includes examples from Africa, Australia, Canada, Great Britain, France, Germany, the West Indies and the United States. The presentation includes: 23 slides covering the role of Black and Asian men in the Army and Navy Images and facts relating to the role of men from around the world Examples of firsts by Black servicemen The presentation includes enough facts for a non specialist to use it as a short assembly. It is editable so can be added to to make it region specific. There is also a zi file with over 50 images of Black and Asian servicemen from the First World War. Other areas: Equality. For many of these volunteer and conscript soldiers the hope of a better world was a motivation. To what extent was this realised? We use the example of the British West Indian Regiment within the presentation. Similar questions can be raised about the men of the Indian Army, from African colonies or from the Harlem Fire Raisers or Canadian Black Regiment.

This activity contains a brief decision making exercise followed by activities relating to treatments provided by the Cult. The decisions relate, in general terms, to options that may have been available to people with minor ailments. The follow up activities ask learners to think about the reasons for these treatments and the way that they compare to other forms of medicine that was practised in the ancient world.

The powerpoint presentation provides a text only narrative of the events of Bloody Sunday. It then goes on to outline the consequences of the day. The presentation is intended to be used alongside other materials that are already in your classroom, such as textbooks etc. It can be used by pupils as a point of reference when wanting to revise the key points. The you tune clip is a short clip that summarises the day. Images are kept to a minimum as the choice of the most appropriate ones varies based on the maturity of a class.

Information sheets that are rich in images. Accompanied by activities and assessment for learning prompts. Ideal for GCSE classes studying medicine through time but adaptable for use in Key Stage 3 where a study of medicine, science and culture is being undertaken. These resources can be used alongside my other renaissance medicine resources or as standalone resources. They are easy to differentiate through use of the prompt sheets.

A differentiated worksheet on the topic of Conscription in the First World War. The worksheet works as a standalone resource which is ideal for non subject specialist teachers. For subject specialists, it has been used alongside other resources such as materials from the Imperial War Museum to check understanding of the main points. The sheet is differentiated to three levels and is easily adapted for additional needs.

These three resources are designed to help learners quickly develop confidence in ther Secondary school history lessons. Easy to print and laminate as desktop workmats, or to place on display, they outline basic chronologies and illustrate some ways in which to start answering questions in an accurate and considered manner. They include 'fun facts' and are colourful to make them appealing to Year 7 learners. Like these resources? Please have a look at my other resources or connect with me on social media.

A research recording aid for learners to complete. This was originally developed for revision purposes . It has since been used as part of an introduction to Medieval medicine. The format is very simple. Pupils find information and enter it onto the sheet. This can then be used as the basis of discussion. The sheet works well as a record sheet if classes are using research based games such as those developed by Paul Ginnis.

A series of activities relating to the links between the work of William Harvey and that of other well known anatomists / artists. Accompanied by a prompt sheet to assist in differentiating this resource helps learners to develop an understanding of how developments are often linked.

Information sheet with accompanying questions and prompts. Aimed at GCSE History classes studying SHP. This resource was originally developed for classes attaining slightly below the national average.

This revision frame is useful for students studying the February Revolution in Russia as part of a GCSE course. It is designed to revise and record key issues leading up to the February Revolution. The Youtube video will help students to recall knowledge from lessons. It can be used in Intervention sessions to record things that are discussed with individual students. It can also be used as a general homework task or as a recording sheet at the end of your classes study of the February Revolution.

A selection of resources designed to be used by students when researching. The first is a timeline that students can add to as they stud the period. The latter two resources are charts that map out the developments against different factors. These can then be referred to when studying further developments, or used as part of their revision.

Revision framework for students to use. Can be used to condense notes as part of revision; to consolidate knowledge in intervention sessions; as a crib sheet to complete and add to over a series of lessons or as part of a plenary session.