THE NORMAN CONQUEST OF ENGLAND

This unit emphasizes understanding the causes, events, and profound impacts of 1066, including feudalism and control.

The lesson-by-lesson style puts the students focus on:
The end of Anglo-Saxon rule and the crisis of 1066.
The Battle of Hastings and William’s rise to power.
The introduction of the feudal system, construction of castles, and changes to the church.
The Harrying of the North - The brutality of Norman occupation.

Topics include:

• Edward The Confessor
• Claimants to Edward’s Throne
• William the Duke of Normandy
• Battle of Stanford Bridge
• Battle of Hastings
• William I, asserting his authority over England.
• Anglo Saxon resistance to William’s rule
• The Harrying of the North
• The revolt of the Anglo-Norman Earls
• Significance of the Norman Invasion
• The Bayeux Tapestry

There are attractive, informative power point slides to guide teaching and learning and worksheet based activities.

Try a free lesson here:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13452467