A number of resources looking at the developments (both positive and negative) in European relations in the immediate post-WWI period, and into the 1920s. Resources refer to the Treaty of Versailles, invasion of the Ruhr, Locarno, Kellogg-Briand etc. Revision activities and possible exam questions included.

A number of resources looking at the various domestic policies (economic, religious and social) introduced by Mussolini's government between 1922 and 1939. Revision activities and possible exam questions included.

An activity looking at the factors behind the Merthyr Rising of 1831 - labelling a picture, factor wheel annotation etc. A second task is a sequencing activity where pupils create a visual timeline of the main events during the rising.

A number of resources looking at: Causes of the Great Depression Life in the depressed areas Protest during the Depression Impact on women Impact on politics The New Industries Life in New Industry areas Rearmament and migration Popular entertainment

An activity to develop pupils PEE skills (Point, Evidence, Explain). Pupils draft a PEE answer to consider the factors that enables his victory. Pupils analyse and explain the most important factor, before writing an extended answer on the topic.

A simple comprehension resource looking at the causes of the Wars of Independence from the death of Alexander III to the Battle of Dunbar. Pupils to elicit information and consider the most important parts of the narrative, and create a 12 scene cartoon strip.

Resources to look at the issues facing the Weimar Republic during the nightmare years of 1918-1923. Resources refer to how the Great War affected Germany, reasons for (and the course) of the German Revolution in Oct/Nov, Weimar policies to consolidate position, constitution, right/left wing threats etc. Some revision type questions included also.

An Historical Enquiry task. Pupils analyse the reliability of 6 pieces of evidence put forward during the trial of Dic Penderyn. Pupils then determine whether Dic Penderyn was guilty or innocent for the crime he was accused of committing. To conclude, pupils write a letter to the Home Secretary to suggest the reasons for (or against) the idea of granting Dic Penderyn a posthumous pardon.

A simple resource looking at the causes and consequences of the Murder of Thomas Beckett in 1170. Tasks include a video/question activity, questioning, and an extended writing task. Enjoy!

A task to develop pupils skills of understanding how and why different interpretations are formed when looking at individuals in History. The full powerpoint is self-explanatory, with structured tasks to help enable pupils to reach at least L6+. This task has been successful, and enabled many low-to-middle ability pupils to hit higher levels. Enjoy!

A resource focussing on the life and significance of Princess Gwenllian, who was executed by the Normans in 1136. A number of activities are included, e.g. Heads & Tails, Chronological cartoon, biography sheet and a memorial design task. Up to you. The youtube link is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLpgDZk00zg

A task for higher ability pupils, looking at the various factors behind the abolition of the slave trade in 1807. The ppt. is self-explanatory, and provides structure for the pupils as they work through the different tasks. This has proved popular with my classes, and with colleagues. Enjoy!

Resources looking at the problems facing the Provisional Government following the abdication of the Tsar in February 1917. Resources refer to continued involvement in WWI, Dual Power, Lenin's April Theses, the rise (and fall) of the Bolsheviks between March and July 1917, the July Days, Kornilov Affair etc. Significance of events considered.

An activity to help students categorise the reasons behind the Bolshevik victory. Included is a revision ppt. activity (called What's in a Word) to stretch and challenge their understanding. Also includes a revision/planned answer sheet to answer the key question. Useful for GCSE and AS/A2.

Unit of work covering the History of Marco Polo and an interpretation task on whether or not he went to China. Some numeracy questions too.

KQ1 (Causes of the Depression) and KQ2 (Impact of the Depression) The pupil booklet provides the information. The teacher booklet has the information and exam based questions.

KQ3 (The Coming of War, Appeasement etc) The pupil booklet provides the information. The teacher booklet has the information and exam based questions.

How did Edward I conquer Wales? An organisation and communication task for pupils to describe the methods Edward used to conquer Wales (between 1283 and 1301), and explain how those methods would have worked. LNF - handwriting task Animated emoji plenary included.

A Welsh historical murder mystery. Pupils consider whether there had been a plot to murder Llywelyn during the Anglo-Welsh War of 1282. Pupils sift through possible suspects.

A two lesson activity focussing on reasons behind executing (or not) Mary, Queen of Scots. Pupils learn the ingredients of successful persuasive writing and use this knowledge to assess and analyse a version of President Trump's inauguration speech in January 2017. Pupils self/peer assess their speeches using colour and the success criteria. NB: All images used have been obtained from free clipart sites.