Writing - Knights and Castles – Who Lived in a Castle? - Lesson 3 - KS1 With the National Curriculum in mind, I’ve meticulously designed an engaging history lesson focused on exploring the people who lived in a castle, specially tailored for Key Stage 1 students. This lesson aims to spark children’s curiosity about the past while providing them with a chronologically secure understanding of the different roles and lives within a castle. Through interactive activities and captivating storytelling, students will journey back in time to discover the king and queen, brave knights, diligent soldiers, and hardworking servants who made castles their home. By the end of the lesson, they will not only have learned about who lived in a castle but also developed essential historical skills that will empower them to better understand and appreciate the significance of castles in history. Get ready to embark on an exciting adventure through the enchanting world of castle life in this educational and immersive lesson! This lesson will introduce the different people who lived in a castle, such as the king, queen, knights, soldiers, and servants. Included in this pack is a fully editable PowerPoint with learning objectives and a task to create a fact file about the people in the castle. There are two variations of the task: one to write sentences independently and the other to order sentences about the different people in a castle. I have also included a word mat. There are 14 slides in total. Learning Objective: LO: To learn about the parts of a castle.

Describe Pevensey Castle. Explain the features and functions of Pevensey Castle. Lesson Objective: to what extent does the study of Pevensey Castle reflect Norman attitudes? AQA GCSE History: British Depth Studies: Norman England, c1066–c1100 - The Normans: Conquest and Control. The resources are also suitable for Edexcel, OCR, WJEC GCSE History and iGCSE History. Each lesson is fully inclusive and differentiated to challenge high-attaining students, whilst offering support to students with SEND and low-attaining students. The resources that I have created have helped my GCSE History classes achieve and sustain results that far exceed the national average: 2024 P8: +0.49 2023 P8: +0.25 2022 P8: +0.87 and +0.33 2021 P8: +1.42 2020 P8: +0.47 2019 P8: +0.57 My average P8 since 2019 is +0.63 and my GCSE History classes consistently attain the most Grade 9s in any subject and/or class at my current school of over 1300 students. I have worked with the examination boards for over 12 years, and I have utilised feedback from students, fellow professionals, experienced colleagues and used my own professional judgement to ensure that each resource will help you to teach quality history lessons so that each student achieves their personal best. I am proud to be recognised as a ‘Gold’ TES Author, a status awarded to top-rated contributors. My 5-star resources, recommended by TES, have been trusted by educators around the world and have been downloaded nearly a million times to help students achieve success. Copyright Protection ©

Writing - Knights and Castles - Introduction to Castles - What is a Castle? - Lesson 1 - KS1 With the National Curriculum in mind, I’ve meticulously designed an engaging history lesson centred around the captivating topic of castles, tailored specifically for Key Stage 1 students. This lesson aims to ignite children’s curiosity about the past while providing them with a chronologically secure understanding of the significance of castles in history. Through interactive activities and immersive storytelling, students will embark on a journey back in time to explore the mighty fortresses of knights and kings. By the end of the lesson, they will not only have learned about the purpose and features of castles but also developed essential historical skills that will empower them to become confident historians. Get ready to delve into the enchanting world of castles and unlock the secrets of the past in this exciting and educational lesson! This lesson will introduce children to castles and their purpose, the people who lived in castles and the different castles present in the UK. Such as Dover Castle, Alnwick Castle and Windsor Castle. This lesson also has a few slides on facts about castles that children will need to use to write down in their fact file. Included in this pack is a fully editable PowerPoint with a learning objectives and task to create a fact file about castles (focusing on the question, What is a Castle?) There are two variations of the task, one to write sentences independently and the other is to order fact sentences about the castles. I have also included a word mat. There are 16 slides in total. Learning Objective: LO: To create a fact file

This is a complete unit for D&T making castles. This contains presentation, lesson plans, all the worksheets (which I would normally print as a booklet) and resources you would need. Everything is editable if you want to make changes.

A well presented lesson on the defensive features of Medieval castles created for KS3 history students on Microsoft Powerpoint A little about the lesson Students are encouraged to design their own castle and its defences. Students are provided with a king-sized budget and challenged to research and to buy the latest medieval castle defences. Students must therefore consider effectiveness against budget. When considering castle defences students are challenged to use prior knowledge on the most effective and damaging methods of attack. This is a lesson that excites students and really engages them in their learning. Take it a step further and challenge groups to ‘duel off’ against each others castles. Whats included? A whole 1 hour lesson powerpoint is included (there are teacher notes also under some slides). Student worksheets/resources are included in hidden slides in the relevant points of the presentation and also as an additional Powerpoint for ease of printing. Homework, Learning Objectives and outcomes have also been completed in this resource, however, they can easily be tweaked to suit the needs and ability of your classes. Keep an eye out for more new and updated lessons in my store and my weekly tutor time quizzes! If you enjoyed this lesson, please review and check out my other lessons in this scheme of work looking at ‘How did William keep control of England after 1066’? Motte & Bailey castles Stone keep castles Attacking a castle The Feudal System Harrying of the North

In this lesson, students will investigate the various roles and jobs which took place in a Medieval castle. They will then use the information from the lesson to complete a variety of activities. The lesson includes the following printable resources: 1 x fact sheet about life inside a Medieval castle 1 x worksheet (various tasks) 1 x Diary writing frame 1 x Crossword The main Power Point for the lesson includes: Title page and lesson aims Starter tasks and discussions Key term activities Background information about life inside a Medieval castle A choice of tasks activities A choice of learning reviews including a crossword (answers revealed). All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use. The lesson is property of RA Resources.

Explore the fascinating world of castles with this engaging and ready-to-use lesson plan! Designed for simplicity and effectiveness, this lesson introduces students to the main parts of a castle and their functions. Spark discussion and encourage reflection as you guide the class through interactive activities. No preparation is needed – just dive into the well-structured lesson with prompts that allow you to teach in your unique style. Enhance the learning experience with additional worksheet activities that help children consolidate their newfound knowledge. Whether you have an interactive whiteboard or a traditional setup with a projector, this lesson can accommodate both. Make castle exploration an enjoyable and educational experience for your students with this all-in-one lesson package. Presentation Castles All about castles Naming the parts of the castle The moat The drawbridge The portcullis The keep The tower The bailey The barbican The arrow slit The battlements What have you learned so far Naming the parts of the castle

Transport your students to the time of castles and knights with our Castles and Knights Class Assembly Script! This engaging assembly pack features 32 speaking parts, making it ideal for the whole class to get involved in a fun, educational performance. Benefits: 32 Speaking Parts: Every student gets a role to play, ensuring full participation and engagement. Easy to Perform: Clear stage directions and simple dialogue make it easy for teachers and students alike to prepare. Creative Add-ons: Includes prop ideas and a catchy song to enhance the performance and make it even more memorable. Educational & Fun: Students will learn key castles and knights facts while developing confidence and teamwork through performance. Sample Excerpt: Scene 2: Life in a Castle (A castle servant enters, carrying a basket of food. She smiles and walks to the front.) Servant 1: (Holding the basket) Life in a castle was very busy. There were lots of people who worked hard to keep everything running smoothly. We made food, cleaned the rooms, and made sure the knights were ready for battle! (A noblewoman enters, dressed in elegant clothes, carrying a scroll.) Noblewoman 1: As a lady of the castle, I help the lord and lady with important tasks. We talk to people from other castles, and sometimes we host big feasts for knights and guests. Narrator 1: Castles were very important, and lots of people lived and worked in them. There were the knights, the lords and ladies, the servants, and even cooks who made delicious meals! (More servants enter with baskets or pretend food.) Perfect for school events, this script makes learning about the past an exciting adventure!

A wonderfully crafted, tried and tested resource. Included in this resource pack: An informative Notebook presentation to introduce the roles of the different people who would have lived and worked in castles.

6 lessons to prepare students for the GCSE AQA environment study: Pevensey Castle. Lesson content is based on the resource pack from AQA. In addition to the 6 lessons included is: a summary sheet of the resource pack -good for students or teachers learning about this topic quickly. A model answer to a potential AQA exam question. Lessons are planned for mixed ability and have a ‘key information’ slide at the end to clarify what students should know by the end of the lesson (also help non-specialist staff).

Describe the history of Kenilworth Castle. Explain how and why Kenilworth Castle has changed throughout History. Lesson Objective: to what extent has Kenilworth Castle retained its original character throughout History? AQA GCSE History: British Depth Studies: Elizabethan England, c1568–c1603 - Elizabeth’s Court and Parliament. The resources are also suitable for Edexcel, OCR, WJEC GCSE History and iGCSE History. Each lesson is fully inclusive and differentiated to challenge high-attaining students, whilst offering support to students with SEND and low-attaining students. The resources that I have created have helped my GCSE History classes achieve and sustain results that far exceed the national average and outcomes for this specific component consistently exceed the national average according to AQA Enhanced Results Analysis: 2024 P8: +0.49 2023 P8: +0.25 2022 P8: +0.87 and +0.33 2021 P8: +1.42 2020 P8: +0.47 2019 P8: +0.57 My average P8 since 2019 is +0.63 and my GCSE History classes consistently attain the most Grade 9s in any subject and/or class at my current school of over 1300 students. I have worked with the examination boards for over 12 years, and I have utilised feedback from students, fellow professionals, experienced colleagues and used my own professional judgement to ensure that each resource will help you to teach quality history lessons so that each student achieves their personal best. I am proud to be recognised as a ‘Gold’ TES Author, a status awarded to top-rated contributors. My 5-star resources, recommended by TES, have been trusted by educators around the world and have been downloaded nearly a million times to help students achieve success. Copyright Protection ©

Complete set of lessons and resource for the Norman England 2026 Historic Environment - Pevensey Castle. The lessons have been designed around the factor of ‘cause and consequence’: However, these could be easily adapted if you believe the concept will be different. E.g. Q4: The reason for the success of the Norman invasion was… We teach these lessons stand alone before the control section so have already taught 1066. Lesson 1: Why did William want to invade England? Lesson 2: How did William gather support and build his strength in preparation for his invasion of England? Lesson 3: What mistakes and bad luck did Harold face before William’s invasion of England? Lesson 4: How did the weather help the success of the Norman invasion? Lesson 5: How did William defend himself upon his invasion of England? Lesson 6: Synoptic - Why was the Norman invasion of England successful? Resource Booklet Knowledge Organiser Sheet Each lesson starts with a retrieval grid which can be easily populated with questions from your topics. Disclaimer - This resource set was done using the AQA resource booklet. There is actually limited information on Pevensey as a castle and is very different to the last time this site was used.

This resource is a fun addition to any unit about Medieval castles and from personal experience has been great for Year 6/7 subject transition days and school open evenings. Following a recap of Medieval weaponry, students work as a team or individually to plan either a castle siege or castle attack based on a list of costings. This resource contains: 1 x Castle game costings list (PDF & PPT) 2 x Castle game rules worksheets/printouts 1 x Main Power Point which includes: Slide 1: Title slide Slide 2-3: Recap Activity covering the main weapons of castle attack such as trebuchet, siege ladders, archers etc. Slide 4-5: Recap Activity 2 covering the images of castle attack weapons Slide 6: Setting the scene for the castle attack to give the attack historical context. Slide 7-10: A choice of three castle attack sheets each with a slightly different castle (stone keep, concentric and motte and bailey). These need to be printed out onto A3 Slide 11-12: Peer Assessment cards Slide 13: Learning Review All images used in this lesson are in the public domain and are therefore copyright free at the time of publishing. Images which require attribution have been attributed in the notes section of each slide where the image appears. If you feel any errors have been made, please contact me at raschoolresources@gmail.com in the first instance to resolve any issues. My lessons are completed using PowerPoint and designed on widescreen formatting. Thank you. This resource is for personal use only and for copyright reasons should not be copied/amended for commercial use. The lesson is property of RA Resources.

KS3 History lesson on the development of castles in the Medieval period. Contains lesson PowerPoint, two activity worksheets, and worksheet answers. The lesson begins on the first slide of the PowerPoint with an introductory discussion of why William the Conqueror began building castles. This helps students begin thinking about what sort of features a castle might need in order to fulfil these purposes. The next slide of the PowerPoint then introduces students to the concept of ‘Motte-and-Bailey’ castles, introducing them to the different components of that type of castle, and providing a couple of ‘prompt’ questions about why certain decisions may have been made about the way they were constructed. This is followed by the first activity worksheet, which asks them to annotate the diagram of a motte-and-bailey castle using the key words and descriptions provided. Answers to this are then on the following PowerPoint slide. The PowerPoint then continues to go through the stone-keep and concentric castles, with modern-day examples provided. The final activity is a simple gap-fill exercises, which asks students to recall the knowledge they have acquired through discussion from the PowerPoint. The activity sheet contains a short paragraph on each type of castle with approximately 6/7 key words missing from each. Missing words are listed at the bottom of the sheet. There is an additional optional sheet on the second page of the word doc for the second activity for SEN/low-ability students, which divides the list of missing words into paragraphs to help them narrow them down.

This is a visual resource for lower learners or SEN students that will introduce them to the different jobs that people would do inside a medieval castle. There are differentiated tasks, a video clip that could be used for discussion and extended written tasks Pupils will be able to identify the main jobs inside a castle and describe features of those jobs.

PPT to support work from 'History in Action. England in the Middle Ages' by Chris Jordan and Tim Wood. Pupils consider which of 5 sites would be the bestplace to site their castle and defend Maintown.

Stone Castle Diagram with labels

This is a thoughtful song about the stories and history of castles. I hope it will provoke discussion about what castles were used for and about how they are portrayed in stories as well as their role in our documented history.

A PowerPoint on early castles, looking into motte and baileys and then onto stone castles