This lesson has been designed for the GCSE Edexcel American West module. All outcomes are linked with Paper Two's Assessment Objectives 1 & 2. The focus of this lesson is to introduce pupils to: - The Plains Indians. - their way of life. - Structure of society. - Beliefs / Religion. - Attitudes towards war and land. The lesson starts with an introduction to the question types pupils can expect for this section of Paper 2 and an overview of the topics which they will study in the American West. Pupils will compete in a Literacy Relay: Using an information booklet based upon the need to know information regarding Plains Indians (as recommended by the Pearson Edexcel Textbook), pupils will work in teams to answer a series of questions in the fastest time. Pupils will then use their answers to complete their own worksheet consolidating their understanding of the Plains Indians. I have further provided videos (embedded & links provided)and additional slides to deepen pupils knowledge and understanding of the importance of the Buffalo to the Plains Indians and their beliefs about land and nature. (Delivery advice within the description of the presentation).

The Purpose of this lesson is to conduct an investigation into the events and impact of the Freedom Summer of 1964 and how this led to the introduction of the Civil Rights Act. Lesson begins with a trailer for the film 'Freedom summer' as pupils enter class they will be handed the Louisiana literacy test to take when they sit down. This is a purposefully confusing text to stop black people from registering to vote. Pupils are then introduced to the Mississippi murders though a clip from "Mississippi Burning' embedded - pupils are encouraged to write a series of questions they would like answered about these murders (they will then be able to answer these later in the lesson). Pupils study the original information booklet appealing for volunteers to enrol in the freedom summer before using this to summarise what it was about. (extension activity included here for more-able pupils) Pupils reflect upon a source of evidence to see what they can infer from it about the events of the campaign. After reflecting upon the evidence pupils will try to answer they questions they set themselves about the murders and how this again gained national attention - pupils will reflect upon an audio clip from part of a speech by President Kennedy to then discuss if he supported the Civil Rights Movement. this can then lead the way for introducing the civil rights act of 1964 - pupils are set a homework to reflect upon to what extent it was successful (linked in with GCSE exam criteria) All videos are embedded (links provided) further advice can be found in the description of the presentation.

The purpose of this lesson is to show pupils how the Gulf of Tonkin Incident and then resolution acted as a trigger for the start of the Vietnam War. Pupils will begin by studying a primary document of a telephone conversation between President Johnson and the President's Special Assistant for National Security Affairs regarding the incident. Pupils will consider a series of questions to figure out what has happened. Pupils will then be introduced to the incident through a blow by blow events sheet - pupils will be encouraged to summarie each key event of the incident before identifying and explaining its main features. this is then consolidated though a video (embedded). Pupils will then consider the bigger picture of the other events which led up to the outbreak of war - identifying and explaining them from past lessons before being encouraged to judge the most significant reason. Pupils will then demonstrate their knowledge with an exam style question linked the the Edexcel scheme either in lesson of for homework. All videos are embedded with instructions for activities to be found within the PowerPoint presentation. Please see my story for other Vietnam resources.

Lesson begins with students recalling why the riots of 1965-68 began. This can then lead into the introduction of this lesson which focuses upon King’s campaign in Chicago. Pupils will watch the first 5 minutes of an ‘Eyes on the Prize’ Documentary to set the scene, there are questions included to support, these can be printed off or one question delegated to each table to answer. Teacher then consolidates initial learning through using a GIF map to discuss the housing and black ghetto problems Chicago was experiencing. this leads into a 4 mark inference question to assess progress. the main tasks is cantered around pupils assessing the successes and failures of the ‘Chicago Campaign’. Teacher will copy PP 72-73 of Pearson ‘Conflict at Home and Abroad’ textbook - pupils work in pairs to highlight success and failures in different colours, before planning an 16 mark statement question answer between them. This can then be completed professionally as homework. the lesson ends with video clip and a reflection of MLK and his assassination. Pupils can have the opportunity to write an obituary for MLK’s life as a plenary. Peep sheet and a structure strip are included to help support pupils in planning their 16 mark question and chunking information about the Chicago Campaign.

Lesson Plan: Pupils watch a choice of videos to then chronologically arrange a card sort into the events of the day. The main task is literacy relay where pupils will work in teams to answer the questions related to the lessons learning intention. Finally pupils will form a personal judgment regarding: Did the USA deserve all the blame for 9/11? Videos are embedded into the presentation, however I have also provided the links for these as well. I have used this lesson to form part of my history lesson on terrorism through time, however this could also be used for RE / Social Studies / PSHE.

Opposition and Reactions to the Vietnam War. (Pearson Edexcel GCSE) The purpose of this lesson is to educate students on the reasons for opposition to the Vietnam War. the lesson focuses upon Measuring public opinion, the students movement and the draft to then apply this knowledge to a utility question. Students will work record all acquired knowledge on a fully resources knowledge builder work sheet. Although not necessarily required any school textbook could be used to support student learning and progress. All sources of evidence are included along with videos which are embedded and links provided.

The purpose of this lesson is to enable students to understand how Ford contributed towards the economic growth of the US through developing their understanding of key words and concepts. Hook: As students enter they are challenged with completing an A-Z sheet of how many key words they already associate with the 1920s. Teacher introduces lesson / outcomes. Starter: Teacher then uses the PP to introduce Henry Ford and a bit of his background / famous for. Students can then watch an introductory video (Embedded) and make some initial notes. Teacher introduces the ‘Cycle of Prosperity’, students provided with a blank cycle and are challenged to memorize the completed version on the IWB in 30 seconds (timer included) Students then have 2 minutes to try and complete their blank sheet with as much detail as possible. Link this then to some other major concepts associated with Ford (8 more in total), students to play a memory activity to remember them initially which then flows into a game of taboo - all explained in the PP. Students can then watch another video and tick off where they can spot their newly learned words / concepts whilst watching. Following this students are asked to complete an exam style question to explain the impact ford had being challenged to use as many words as possible, easily adapted structure strips provided for differentiation. Finish with ‘learn beyond the lesson’ option for further stretch and challenge. (Dragons den presentation style activity included also which could be another lesson in itself) Easily enough for 2/3 lessons. All videos etc are embedded with links provided. **Please see my shop for other History resources and bundles. ** https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/morlem

This is a straight forward lesson which requires pupils to re-cap previous knowledge before introducing the two main innovations in Renaissance medicine. 1. Printing Press 2. Dissection. Before forming an overall judgment of which was more important to the progression of medicine over time. Presentation and lesson plan included. Differentiated lesson outcomes. I have included challenge questions to stretch more able pupils. SMSC, numeracy and literacy links are incorporated. Video links & timers are also included. There is much to play around with here to put your own touch on the lesson. Text books could be used as additional support.

I recently used this lesson for a mixed ability KS3 class. Pupils will learn about the storming of the Bastille during the French Revolution. The main task is literacy relay where pupils will work in teams to answer the questions related to the different interpretations of the Storming of the Bastille. Pupils are then to form a judgment regarding which sides' story of events they trust more, either Historian's version of events of that of the 3rd Estate. Pupils will then answer their leveled judgment question. I have also included a modern day link to how Bastille day is celebrated today along with an opportunity to learn beyond. Videos are embedded into the presentation, however I have also provided the links for these as well. Differentiation though outcome and a peep sheet to help with the main task. SMSC question included to encourage further discussion points. Many thanks.

This lesson should lead on from recently studying the 'Declaration of the Rights of Man'. Hook starter: As pupils enter the room the presentation will display an autonomously moving spot light to reveal a picture clue about the lesson. Learning Intention and differentiated outcomes (SMSC). Starter: Pupils' receive crime cards to which then then decide individually upon the most fitting punishment this will link in later with the lesson when the guillotine and how it was used during the 'Terror' is explained. Pupils can compare justice and crimes fitting the appropriate punishments. Pupils will consolidate with a video regarding how the Revolution became extreme though the September Massacre as a case study. Pupils' then compete in groups to complete a literacy relay regarding the 'Terror' to increase their knowledge of the events which took place and the main forces involved. Peep sheet has been provided here for differentiation. Pupils then watch a BBC Bitesize video to consolidate before answering a structured 8 mark exam style question. If time I then ask my pupils to peer assess with WW / EBI. All videos links are provided along with instructions and advice in the description of the presentation. Many thanks

Learning Intention and differentiated outcomes all linked to Edexcel new scheme assessment objectives (A01-A02) Teacher introduces Harvey though an audo listening activity via an mbedded MP3. Students use thier listening skills to remember and then add information to create a profile about Harvey and his discoveries. Pupils’ will then work in teams and study an evidence sheet to explain the different factors which allowed Harvey to discover his findings. (All explained within presentation - History Relay) Pupils consolidate this task by watching a short video (embedded) Pupils then study the impact Harvey had upon the progression of medicine. (Edexcel Text book will be required). Print off and use highlighters to complete the task. Pupil’s then consolidate their judgment through answering a structured Edexcel new scheme exam style question. This comes with exam tips and a WAGOL. If time I then ask my pupils to peer assess with WW / EBI. Instructions and advice on how they lesson is to run can be found in the description of the presentation.

An introduction lesson to 'Pirates'. This is a lesson with a series of chunked tasks to introduce piracy to pupils or this could be used as a fun one off lesson. You do not need exercise books for this lesson. All videos have link provided or are embedded.

All outcomes linked with GCSE Exexcel Assessment Objectives (A01/A02) Pupils are introduced to smallpox and how it began to impact upon Britain. Pupils will then compete in teams in a literacy relay to explain Jenner’s discovery and the reactions to this. (Both positive and negative. Pupils then consolidate and explain Jenner’s significance (A02) with the use of a video (several links provided to use based upon ability of your class). Pupils then use a card sort activity to help them explain the long term & short term impact of Jenner’s discovery. Pupils finish the lesson with a short blurb on how Jenner’s discovery influenced Pasteur and Koch to further develop vaccinations and how these changes prevented diseased in the future. You may wish to use the new Edexcel Medicine through time text book to help support this lesson, but is not necessarily required.

All outcomes linked with the new Edexcel History 1-9 scheme. (A01/A02) Pupils receive a card upon entrance to the classroom. (Pain / Infection) Pupils are introduced to the top through studying a picture source of a man screaming in pain: Pupils discuss the problems associated with Surgery. Pupils pair up with pupils who have the same card as them. Using the textbooks pupils summarise how their problem associated with Surgery was overcome. Pupils then mix pair and share to complete the rest of their table. Pupils will the watch a video to consolidate (Embedded / Link provided). Pupils then discus and decide upon the most significant (A02) opposition to developments in anaesthetics and antiseptics before consolidation with an exam style question (WAGOL provided) You will need the new Edexcel GCSE ‘Medicine Through time’ book for this lesson.

This lesson has been designed for the GCSE Edexcel New Scheme (1-9) All outcomes are linked with Paper One's Assessment Objectives 1 & 2. Brief introduction to the changing understanding of medicine by 1900. Pupils then explain the significant of Watson and Cricks discovery of DNA, using a video and the Textbook. Pupils then explain the significant changes in ideas about the causes of illness (variety of activities suggested in description to fit your class) I have opted to do this task via a silent conversation (explained in presentation) Pupils then consolidate with a mock 4 Mark Exam Style Question with a model answer. You will need to new GCSE Edexcel Medicine Through Time Textbook for part of this lesson.

This lesson has been designed for the GCSE Edexcel American West module. All outcomes are linked with Paper Two’s Assessment Objectives 1 & 2. The focus of this lesson is to build pupils knowledge regarding the development of the cattle industry. Pupils will learn about: -Joseph McCoy - Goodnight-Loving - John Iliff Through visual / written and video resources pupils will build their knowledge regarding the significant of these individuals and their impact upon the long drives / ranching. Pupils consolidate their learning with an exam style question lifted from Paper 2. Videos links are provided and further advice can be found within the description of the presentation regarding the various forms tasks could take to suit your class.

This lesson has been designed for the GCSE Edexcel American West module. All outcomes are linked with Paper Two’s Assessment Objectives 1 & 2. The focus of this lesson is to build pupils knowledge of the Johnson County War to then be applied to an exam style question (Paper 2, Question 2: Write a narrative account analysing…) There are various structures this lesson could take and examples of these have been included in the description of the presentation to suite the needs of your class. I have included a model answer to use as a guide for pupils in writing a narrative account of the Johnson County War.