This Tarsia puzzle covers the theme of the Weimar Republic. Great for 9-1 GCSE revision and intervention sessions. A Tarsia puzzle requires students to match up sides of triangles to form a hexagonal shape. They are brilliant for revision and get students to think hard. I use these at the starts of ends of lessons and they can take 10-20 minutes depending on your class's confidence in the material. All materials are provided here including student instructions, student puzzle pieces and teacher answers. All images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to labelled for re-use. Enjoy!

In this lesson students primarily explore the nature and landscape of the American West. Maps and cross sections are provided to allow students to explore the difficulties that people may have faced exploring and settling in this difficult terrain. The plenary also introduces some different characters of the West. Excellent for a first lesson to grab their attention! All images acquired through a search engine filtered to "labelled for re-use". Any questions please use the comment section below.

This literacy mat can be used to support students throughout their GCSE. It demonstrates the big picture of the American West and includes key people and events. It contains lots of key information and advice which will help develop independence. This could even be blown up for display. I know that many department budgets are restrained so I have included a black and white version too.

This Tarsia puzzle covers the theme of the Origings of the Cold War. Great for 9-1 GCSE revision and intervention sessions. Made for Edexcel Paper 2 Topic 1 but I'm sure it fits other exam board specs. A Tarsia puzzle requires students to match up sides of triangles to form a hexagonal shape. They are brilliant for revision and get students to think hard. I use these at the starts of ends of lessons and they can take 10-20 minutes depending on your class's confidence in the material. All materials are provided here including student instructions, student puzzle pieces and teacher answers. All images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to labelled for re-use. Enjoy!

This Tarsia puzzle covers the theme of the Cold War. Great for legacy or 9-1 GCSE revision and intervention sessions. A Tarsia puzzle requires students to match up sides of triangles to form a hexagonal shape. They are brilliant for revision and get students to think hard. I use these at the starts of ends of lessons and they can take 10-20 minutes depending on your class's confidence in the material. All materials are provided here including student instructions, student puzzle pieces and teacher answers. All images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to labelled for re-use. Enjoy!

These resources can be used to aid revision and course enrichment for your GCSE students. There's a mixed bag covering a range of topics. The two knowledge tests are really good for securing precise knowledge which is what Edexcel seem to want in their new reformed GCSE. I teach to Edexcel spec but I am sure that the information crosses into other exam boards. Images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to "labelled for re-use". Comments are appreciated.

This lesson focuses on Edward VI’s reign. In particular it explores fall of Somerset. In doing so, students start to explore the differences between Somerset and Northumberland. It has been planned for the AQA History A-level 1C which explores the Tudors: England, 1485-1603. It could easily be adapted to suit any of the A-level specifications. The resources are designed for one lesson lasting one hour. My students all have their own copies of Tillbrook’s The Tudors: England 1485-1603 by Oxford University Press, this is sometimes referred to. All images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to labelled for re-use. All resources have been taught to my own classes.

This lesson focuses on Henry VII’s reign. In particular it explores foreign policy under Henry VII. It has been planned for the AQA History A-level 1C which explores the Tudors: England, 1485-1603. There is a lot here as this area of the course is very complex. This usually takes two one hour lessons to teach. My students all have their own copies of Tillbrook’s The Tudors: England 1485-1603 by Oxford University Press, this is sometimes referred to. All images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to labelled for re-use. All resources have been taught to my own classes.

You will require textbooks for this lesson! Textbooks used were the white and blue Dawson textbook and the brown Edexcel endorsed textbook (new 2013 edition). This lesson encourages students to explore change and continuity across three time periods: Roman, Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Students use the focus of hospitals to recap ideas about treatment, doctors, medicines and change and continuity. The homework is designed to practice for Q1 of the Edexcel Medicine Through Time paper. All resources provided for an hour's lesson, great for independent learning and discussion. You will need to change teacher name to your own and the due date of HW. Images acquired through a search engine filtered to "labelled for re-use"

There are some aspects to the new Edexcel A-level course covering Stuart Britain which are a little dull. These two lessons are designed the make the content a little more engaging! In lesson one, students work as candidates for the apprentice to pitch an idea for a cloth trade business. It's brilliant for independent learning! The second lesson explores the economic importance of London during the 17th century. Images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to "labelled for re-use". The homework extract is taken from Yale University's Open Courses. Any questions please do contact me via twitter! My students loved these resources and I hope you do too!

This Tarsia puzzle covers the theme of the Stuart Britain. It was specifically designed for Edexcel's Conflict, Revolution and Settlement course. Great forA-level revision and intervention sessions. A Tarsia puzzle requires students to match up sides of triangles to form a hexagonal shape. They are brilliant for revision and get students to think hard. I use these at the starts of ends of lessons and they can take 10-20 minutes depending on your class's confidence in the material. All materials are provided here including student instructions, student puzzle pieces and teacher answers. All images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to labelled for re-use. Enjoy!

This lesson can be used to teach KS3 Tudor religion generally (Catholic vs Protestant) or for teaching Edward VI’s changes to the church. Some slides include changes to cater for remote learning, these can be retained or deleted as your choose! All images acquired from a search engine filter to “labeled for reuse”

This lesson focuses on Henry VII’s reign. In particular it explores religion under Henry VII. It has been planned for the AQA History A-level 1C which explores the Tudors: England, 1485-1603. The resources are designed for one lesson lasting one hour. My students all have their own copies of Tillbrook’s The Tudors: England 1485-1603 by Oxford University Press, this is sometimes referred to. All images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to labelled for re-use. All resources have been taught to my own classes.

In this lesson students use coins to explore the changing nature of monarchy, parliament and democracy. Students explore a number of different coins from medieval period right up until the present day in order to make inferences. During the plenary students are encouraged to make their own coin which symbolises Britain today. Full resources and a lesson plan are included. This lesson was used during an interview for the position of Teacher of History - it went well! Images acquired through a search engine filtered to "labelled for reuse". Comments are appreciated!

In this hour long lesson students explore the key changes introduced by Charles I and Laud. The use information from David Starkey and a range of posters to explore the key alterations. Essay technique and modelling concludes the lesson. My students follow the Stuart A-level from Edexcel. This lesson could be further supported by the Edexcel Pearson textbook but does not require it. Comments are appreciated. Images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to "labelled for re-use".

In this lesson students explore the reasons why homesteaders built sod houses. Students work in groups to design houses which are suited to the Great Plains. All resources and a lesson plan provided for an hour's lesson. This lesson was planned for an Appraisal observation and contains a range of activities to keep students engaged and motivated. Images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to "labelled for re-use".

In this lesson students take on the viewpoint of the famous Tudor and Stuart historian: David Starkey. Students use their own knowledge and a provided card sort to challenge Starkey's view. This lesson was designed for KS3 but I have used variants of it for GCSE and even A-level. I absolutely love this lesson and so do the students. I always try to sell the idea that we are going to post our responses to Starkey in attempt to get a reply. All images acquired through a search engine filtered to "labelled for re-use". If you have questions please use the comment function below. Enjoy!

This lesson can be used to teach Henry VIII’s personality and the Field of the Cloth of Gold. All images acquired from a search engine filter to “labeled for reuse”

This lesson focuses on Henry VII’s reign. In particular it explores Lambert Simnel. It has been planned for the AQA History A-level 1C which explores the Tudors: England, 1485-1603. The resources are designed for one lesson lasting one hour. My students all have their own copies of Tillbrook’s The Tudors: England 1485-1603 by Oxford University Press, this is sometimes referred to. All images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to labelled for re-use. All resources have been taught to my own classes.

This lesson focuses on Henry VII’s reign. In particular it explores Perkin Warbeck. It has been planned for the AQA History A-level 1C which explores the Tudors: England, 1485-1603. The resources are designed for one lesson lasting one hour. My students all have their own copies of Tillbrook’s The Tudors: England 1485-1603 by Oxford University Press, this is sometimes referred to. All images have been acquired through a search engine filtered to labelled for re-use. All resources have been taught to my own classes.