Expansion of Slavery - The Triangular Trade

Expansion of Slavery - The Triangular Trade [#1]

Lesson #1 of 4 lessons towards the enquiry: “Why did the trade in enslaved people expand during the 17th Century?” [Concept: Cause & Consequence]. See my TES shop for other lesson and bundle offers!

Suitable as a standalone lesson or within a scheme of work!

Overview: A lesson exploring the mechanics of the slave trade; specifically the Triangular trade. Students will understand how the trade in enslaved people became a lucrative opportunity for merchants and plantation owners. They will also begin to explore other contextual reasons for the increasing demand for slave labour.

Note: This mini-scheme of lessons should be used as a precusor to an enquiry about the experiences of enslaved Africans in Britain and the Americas. In line with recent guidance, it is vital that historically marginalised voices reemerge within the school curriculum. This mini-scheme helps build a contextual understanding of the slave trade, and why it was so popular.

Suitability: Designed for Key Stage 3 (Years 7 – 9), but possibly suitable for KS4.

Approximate Delivery Time: 50 – 60 Minutes

What will you get?

• PowerPoint Presentation – Fully scaffolded PPT to support teaching. Note: The PPT may contain animations / clips.
• Worksheets – Printable worksheets to support teaching activities.
• Adaptive Teaching Strategies – An adaptable lesson for a range of learning abilities, with a variety of activities (i.e., whiteboards; think-pair-share; stretch-and-challenge activities).
• Inclusive Language - Inclusive terminology is used throughout, in line with disciplinary guidance.
• Video Clip – Link to TedEd clip about the Transatlantic Slave Trade (Anthony Hazard).