PRIMARY SOURCE ACTIVITY: This lesson centers on President Eisenhower’s televised address to the American people following the Little Rock crisis. Use this historic speech as the foundation for engaging activities that explore the constitutional, social, and global dimensions of the event. Use this primary source to engage students in: Source-Based Questions: Analyse Eisenhower’s words to uncover how he justified federal intervention and upheld constitutional principles. Contextual Exploration: Connect the speech to Brown v. Board of Education, highlighting its role in desegregation and civil rights progress. Global Perspective: Discuss how Cold War tensions and post-WWII hypocrisy influenced Eisenhower’s response. Critical Thinking Activities: Debate states’ rights vs. federal authority and examine how Eisenhower framed his message for a divided nation. This resource-driven lesson helps students understand how leadership, law, and global politics intersected during a pivotal moment in U.S. history. Could also be used as an additional resource for the CCEA A2 Level Module focused on American Presidents.

Opposition to Home Rule: Southern Unionists, Ulster Unionists & Conservatives Format: 40+ Slide PowerPoint –**** Part 3 of the Essential Bundle**** What’s Inside? ✔ Motives & Methods of Opposition – as outlined in the CCEA specification: Motives: Protestant dominance in Ulster Defence of Empire integrity Economic fears Religious concerns Classism & Protestant Ascendancy Key Individuals: Edward Carson James Craig Bonar Law 3.Methods of Opposition: Craigavon Rally Propaganda campaigns Fundraising networks Ne Temere decree & McCann Affair Balmoral Demonstration Blenheim Palace Conference Ulster League & Covenant Formation of the UVF Larne Gun-Running Albert Hall Speech British League ✔ Visuals & Diagrams – rallies, maps, timelines ✔ Historiography integrated ✔ Exam-focused content – tailored for CCEA A2 History Part 3 of the full Home Rule Crisis bundle – pair with: Part 1: Introduction to Home Rule Part 2: Background to the Home Rule Crisis

Format: 30+ Slide PowerPoint – Part 1 of the Essential Bundle What’s Inside? ✔ Foundations of Irish Politics & Home Rule, including: Three Types of Irish Nationalism – Constitutional, Cultural, Revolutionary What is Unionism? – Beliefs, motivations, and fears Act of Union (1801) – Causes & consequences Catholic Emancipation (1829) – Why it mattered Young Ireland Rebellion (1848) – Context & impact Formation of the IRB & Fenian Rising (1867) – Revolutionary nationalism explained Beginning of the Home Rule Movement – Isaac Butt & Parnell The Three Home Rule Bills (1886, 1893, 1912) – Content & outcomes Key Political Players – IPP, Liberals, Conservatives, House of Lords, Ulster Unionists - explanation of who these players and political parties are to avoid confusion down the line! ✔ Student Activity: Fill in comparative tables using slides: Motives, Methods, Stance on Home Rule, Impact on Irish Politics ✔ Visuals & Diagrams – timelines, maps, party profiles ✔ Exam-focused content – tailored for CCEA A2 History

65-slide PowerPoint – Part 2 of an Essential Bundle Comprehensive coverage of the background to the Home Rule Crisis, including: What was Home Rule? Key Individuals – Issac Butt, Parnell, Gladstone (Asquith, Craig, Carson, Bonar Law, Churchill, Redmond covered in Parts 2 and 3) 1885 Election – Causes & Significance 1906 Election – Liberal landslide & impact on Irish politics The People’s Budget (1909) 1910 Elections – causes, results, significance 1911 Parliament Act – Causes, significance & link to Home Rule ✔ Engaging visuals – timelines, maps, diagrams ✔ Knowledge questions at different stages to check understanding or for retrieval purposes ✔ Exam-focused content – tailored for CCEA A2 History ✔ Historiography integrated – Jalland, Mansergh, Rees, Jenkins ✔ Clear structure for classroom use – ideal for two lessons or revision Why choose this resource? Depth & detail: 65 slides packed with concise analysis Interactive design: Perfect for teaching or independent study

**** Who Was to Blame for the Home Rule Crisis?**** Format: 50+ Slide PowerPoint –**** Part 4 of the Essential Bundle**** What’s Inside? ✔ Detailed analysis of all four key parties, to include (but not limited to): Liberals – Asquith’s leadership, missed opportunities, “Wait and See” policy, Avoiding a constitional crisis, Curragh Mutinity problems Conservatives – Bonar Law’s militant rhetoric, party politics, Blenheim Speech Ulster Unionists – Carson & Craig, UVF, Larne Gunrunning Irish Parliamentary Party (IPP) – Redmond’s leadership weaknesses, dependence on Liberals ✔ For each party: Reasons they should be blamed – motives, methods, failures Reasons they should NOT be blamed – mitigating factors, alternative interpretations Historiography integrated – Jalland, Mansergh, Rees, Jenkins ✔ Essential for Essay Questions: Clear structure for “To what extent” questions Comparative analysis table opportunity - students can use the information provided in the power point to create their own table on A4 or A3 paper. Exam tips and planning template Part 4 of the full Home Rule Crisis bundle – pair with: Part 1: Introduction to Home Rule Part 2: Background to the Home Rule Crisis Part 3: Opposition to Home Rule

11-Page Structured Resource for CCEA & A-Level Students focused on the foundations of the Weimar Republic designed to guide effective note-taking and exam preparation. Ideal for in-class use or independent revision, this resource helps learners structure their understanding of key topics and develop focused, exam-ready notes. Topics Covered: The National Constituent Assembly The Treaty of Versailles as an early weakness of the Republic Strengths and weaknesses of the Weimar Constitution Political threats from the Left and Right Features: Structured templates to help students lay out revision notes clearly Activities designed to reinforce key content and exam technique Final page includes a Practice Past Question (PPQ) with source analysis Supports both 22-mark essays and shorter source-based questions

Evidence, Boundaries, Movement & Hazards Designed for A-Level Students | Supports All Major Specifications Designed to be used alongside your chosen textbook, this 12 page pack provides structured notes and interactive activities to reinforce key concepts and exam skills. Clear, structured note-taking templates covering: Evidence for Continental Drift (e.g. fossil records, geological fit, paleoclimatic data) Evidence for Plate Tectonics (e.g. sea-floor spreading, magnetic striping, earthquake distribution, ocean topography and age of sea floor) Detailed breakdown of types of plate boundaries: Constructive, Destructive, Conservative, and Collision zones Space for diagrams, annotated maps, and case studies Explanations of plate movement mechanisms (e.g. convection currents, slab pull, ridge push) Exploration of hazards and landforms associated with plate boundaries. Activities to support AO1, AO2, and AO3 skills.

Fully Detailed, Exam-Focused A3 Study Resource consisting of fully detailed A3 mind maps covering 4 very detailed topics from Lenin’s culture up to and including Stalin’s economy (see below for details) in the CCEA AS History specification for the Russia 1914–1941. Designed specifically to support preparation for 22-mark essays, each mind map breaks down content into four key headings, helping students structure their responses with clarity and precision. The detail also supports revision for 8-mark questions, which typically focus on two of the four headings. Each mind map is A3-sized for clarity and space Some topics extend to double-sided pages for full coverage Ideal for classroom use, independent study, essay planning and structure, or exam revision Topics include: -Lenin’s Culture: Aims, methods, results of Popular Culture and Arts, Women and Family, Propaganda, Education, and Religion / Position of the Church(inclusive) Stalin’s Methods of Control: Purges, Culture, Cult of Personality, positions, economy (2 sided A3 page with lots of detail but structured under easy to follow headings) Power Struggle: Trotsky v Triumvirate, United Opposition, Stalin v RW, weaknesses and mistakes of Stalin’s opponents (all considered separately). Stalin’s economy: Aims, Methods, Successes and Failures of the 1st / 2nd / 3rd 5 Year Plans and collectivisation PART 2/2 OF AS RUSSIA MIND MAPS (Also available as a bundle)

Fully Detailed, Exam-Focused A3 Study Resource consisting of fully detailed A3 mind maps covering 6 topics up to and including Lenin’s economy (see below for details) in the CCEA AS History specification for the Russia 1914–1941. Designed specifically to support preparation for 22-mark essays, each mind map breaks down content into four key headings, helping students structure their responses with clarity and precision. The detail also supports revision for 8-mark questions, which typically focus on two of the four headings. Each mind map is A3-sized for clarity and space Some topics extend to double-sided pages for full coverage Ideal for classroom use, independent study, essay planning and structure, or exam revision Topics include: 1905 Revolution Causes and events of Feburary 1917 Revolution Causes of October 1917 Revolution Lenin’s consolidation of power Causes of the Russian Civil War 1918-1921 Lenin’s economy: Aims, methods, successes and failures of State Capitalism, NEP, War Communism (inclusive) PART 1/2 OF AS RUSSIA MIND MAPS (Also available as a bundle)

Targeted Notes & Activities for Tundra and Temperate Grassland Biomes Designed for A-Level Students | Supports All Major Specifications. 5 pages of notes and activities. Unlock the complexity of global ecosystems with this comprehensive and curriculum-aligned resource pack, perfect for A-Level Geography students studying biomes. This booklet is designed to be used alongside your chosen textbook, offering structured note-taking and engaging activities that deepen understanding and exam readiness. Detailed note-taking templates for Tundra and Temperate Grassland biomes Focused sections on: Soil profiles and characteristics Landscape features and biome structure Latitude, temperature, and climate patterns Adaptations and biodiversity Visual aids and diagrams to support spatial understanding Activities to build skills in data interpretation, case study comparison, and exam-style analysis This resource complements your specification’s core textbook, helping students structure their learning, retain key facts, and apply knowledge effectively.

This engaging 6-page activity pack focuses on Motte and Bailey and Stone castles. Designed for KS3 History students, the resource includes informative notes, categorisation tasks, diagram labelling, video learning prompts, creative writing, and a fill-in-the-gap worksheet. Students will investigate how castles were built, their layout, how they were defended, and the strengths and weaknesses of each type. This versatile pack is ideal for classroom lessons, homework, or revision, and supports both historical understanding and literacy development

Comprehensive 27-page booklet covering everything your students need to know about Plate Tectonics. Designed for independent study, classroom use, or revision, this resource is packed with clear explanations, engaging activities, and real-world case studies. Topics Covered: Structure of the Earth Types of Plate Margins How Plates Move (Convection currents, slab pull, ridge push) Earthquakes Tsunamis Volcanoes Case studies of real tectonic events Features: Student-friendly explanations Diagrams and visual aids Key vocabulary and definitions Case study analysis tasks Review questions and extension activities Ideal for: KS3 and GCSE Geography lessons Homework or flipped learning Revision and exam preparation Cover lessons or independent study

A fully resourced lesson on the Long Profile of a River, ideal for KS3 or GCSE Geography focusing on ‘Rivers’. Everything is included in a single PowerPoint, ready to print and teach: a starter crossword (handout provided), an A3 long-profile template for the main labelling task, and a full lesson structure with a starter, main task, extension activity, and a choice of two plenaries. Students will label the long profile using 28 key terms, helping them understand changes from source to mouth, including landforms, erosion, transportation, and deposition. This resource supports visual learning, key vocabulary development, and geographical understanding in a structured and engaging way.

This engaging and thought-provoking resource pack invites students to explore the complex legacy of Edward Colston, a historical figure tied to the transatlantic slave trade, and debate whether his statue should remain in public view. Perfect for developing critical thinking, historical empathy, and respectful discussion in the classroom. Approximately 3 lessons. Included in the Pack: Lesson 1: Background & Context A fact file on Edward Colston: his life, wealth, philanthropy, and involvement in the slave trade. A Power Point presentation with key facts, historical images, and discussion prompts. Activities exploring the role of statues, public memory, and how history is remembered. Lesson 2: Planning the Debate A student booklet with in-depth detail on Colston’s legacy and why he is controversial. Structured activities to help students build arguments, understand different viewpoints, and prepare for their roles in the debate. Evidence cards, historical interpretations for both proposition and opposition teams to read through to supplement their arguments , and planning templates. Lesson 3: In-Class Debate A fully scaffolded debate format with clear rules and roles. Prompts and reflection questions to guide respectful discussion. Optional follow-up writing task: Should controversial statues be removed or reinterpreted? Curriculum Links: History: Transatlantic Slave Trade, Empire, Protest Movements, controversial figures, source analysis, constructing and defending arguments using evidence Black History Month: Exploring historical legacies and representation Pastoral Lessons: Ethical reasoning, citizenship, respectful debate Controversial Figures in History: Public memory, historical interpretation Why Teachers Love It: Encourages critical thinking and balanced discussion Supports source analysis and argument construction Promotes student voice and historical empathy Ready-to-use and adaptable for different year groups

Perfect for GCSE History Source Analysis, but also suitable for KS3 with appropriate scaffolding. Explore the complex political and public reactions to Éire’s Declaration of a Republic with this comprehensive source booklet, designed to support students in developing key skills for source utility, reliability, and interpretation questions. What’s Inside: A range of 12 sources including: Primary source extracts from the Declaration of a Republic and the Ireland Acts Quotations from British MPs, Northern Unionists, Nationalists in Northern Ireland, and Éire’s leaders Analysis of the External Relations Act and its repeal Maps showing the Commonwealth before and after Éire’s departure Coverage of celebrations and public responses in Éire Ideal For: KS3 students exploring post-war British and Irish history GCSE students preparing for source-based questions Teachers looking for ready-to-use materials for classroom analysis This booklet is a valuable resource for understanding the political tensions and identity shifts in post-war Ireland and Britain, and for practising key exam skills like “Using the source, describe…” and “How useful is this source?”

Introduce students to the powerful and diverse forms of resistance during the Holocaust with this meaningful categorisation activity, ideal for KS3 and GCSE History or Holocaust Memorial Day. Learners explore real examples of resistance and sort them into three key categories: passive, armed, and active resistance. From secret education and cultural preservation to uprisings and sabotage, this activity helps students understand the courage and resilience of individuals and groups under Nazi persecution. It promotes historical empathy, critical thinking, and respectful engagement with complex history, making it a valuable addition to any Holocaust scheme of work or commemorative lesson.

This ready-to-use classroom resource brings history to life through a double-sided information sheet and a fact-file worksheet covering four major slave rebellions. What’s Included: Double-sided info sheet detailing 4 rebellions (e.g. Barbados, 1861, Nat Turner’s Rebellion, Jamaica 1831, and the St. Domingue Rebellion) Student worksheet with fact files and critical thinking prompts - print out 2. Designed for KS3–KS4 History, Citizenship, or Black History Month activities

Help students deepen their understanding of the impact of the Irish Famine with this engaging colour-coding and categorisation activity. Designed for KS3 and GCSE History, this resource encourages learners to sort the consequences of the famine into short-term and long-term effects, promoting analytical thinking and historical interpretation. Through guided categorisation, students explore themes such as emigration, population decline, political change, and cultural loss. The activity supports classroom discussion, revision, and extended writing, making it ideal for developing exam skills and historical empathy. Recommended as a companion to source analysis tasks or wider Irish history units.

Support students in developing historical interpretation skills with this focused resource on the causes of the Irish Famine. Designed for KS3 and GCSE History, this activity guides learners through the analysis of both primary and secondary sources to explore a range of perspectives. Using the CAD structure (Content, Author, Date), students learn to scaffold their responses to utility questions, a key skill for GCSE exams. The resource encourages critical thinking and helps students understand how historians construct interpretations based on evidence. Ideal for classroom use, homework, or revision, this pack builds confidence in source analysis and exam technique.