My students were really struggling with the NEA aspect of the AQA A Level. The aim of the book is to help guide the students with the NEA whilst allowing them to independently tackle it at home especially in the summer holidays. It includes 3 approved NEA questions which are used at my school but this is easily editable if you are changing to fit your school questions. This is a 60 page booklet which contains guidance, advice, exemplars and activities for students to complete. There is a contents page at the beginning which lists the following page information: Page Topic 3 - Grade boundaries & target grades 4 - NEA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) part 1 5 - Background to the Civil Rights in the USA 6 - Background to Russia 7 - NEA Questions 8 - My NEA Question 9 - NEA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) part 2 10 - NEA Mark Scheme 11 - Bibliography 14 - Unpacking your question 16 - Decade Checker 17 - Interpretations 30 - Evaluating the values of sources 41 - Creating a detailed plan 43 - Writing your introduction 48 - Writing up your NEA - common issues 50 - Writing your final judgement 55 - Footnotes 56 - An example of a NEA with footnotes 57 - Research 58 - Space for notes & research

A set of knowledge organisers covering the topic of Henry VIII following the AQA A Level History 1C The Tudors specification. The first 11 KO’s focus on the key content from the spec and the final 3 KO’s focus on key people from this period. The resource comprises of 12 Knowledge organisers to use in lessons: How prepared was Henry VIII for kingship? How strong was Henry VIII’s position during the early years of his reign? To what extent was Anne Boleyn the instigator of change? Was Wolsey’s Fall due directly to his own mistakes? Was there a Tudor Revolution in Government under Thomas Cromwell? How had Royal Government Changed Since 1485? How successful was Henry VIII’s Foreign Policy? What was impact of religious upheaval on society? To what extent did England’s economy change in the reign of Henry VIII? How had the Church in England changed by 1547? How successful was Henry VIII? Key people during Henry VIII’s reign a. Family Key people during Henry VII’s reign b. Key People Key people during Henry VII’s reign c. Foreign Rulers Best printed A4 in colour, images are used to support the dual coding theory & act as symbols to aid learning and revision.

A set of knowledge organisers covering the topic of Henry VII following the AQA A Level History 1C The Tudors specification. The first 8 KO’s focus on the key content from the spec and the final 4 KO’s focus on key people from this period. The resource comprises of 12 Knowledge organisers to use in lessons: To what extent had Henry VII successfully established his authority by 1487? (A) Henry VII’s character, background and aims To what extent had Henry VII successfully established his authority by 1487? (B) Establishing The Tudor Dynasty How effective was Henry VII’s reform of government in the years 1485-1509? How successful was Henry VII’s foreign policy? Was society in England more peaceful & stable during Henry VII’s reign? How did the economy develop under Henry VII? How far did intellectual and religious ideas change and develop and with what effects? How successful was Henry VII? Key people during Henry VII’s reign a. Family Key people during Henry VII’s reign b. Threats Key people during Henry VII’s reign c. Other notable key figures / influences on Henry VII Key people during Henry VII’s reign d. Foreign Rulers Best printed A4 in colour, images are used to support the dual coding theory & act as symbols to aid learning and revision.

An A4 double sided KO based on the UK Supreme Court. Covers all the key content on one sheet for students to revise, including comparison with US SC I teach AQA Politics but it is also suitable for Edexcel Politics. I have included the original Publisher version as well as a PDF. Tried out in class first.

A set of knowledge organisers covering the topic of Edward VI & Mary I following the AQA A Level History 1C The Tudors specification. The first 12 KO’s focus on the key content from the spec and the final 3 KO’s focus on key people from this period. The resource comprises of 15 Knowledge organisers to use in lessons: KQ1 – Why was Edward’s reign not secure? KQ2 – Was Somerset a ‘Good Duke’ or ‘Bad Duke’? KQ3 – How successful was the Duke of Northumberland? KQ4 – How well governed was England during the reign of Edward VI? KQ5 – Why did Mary get popular support for her accession to the throne? KQ6 – To what extent did Mary I seek to reform the government? KQ7 – Did Mary’s foreign policy serve the interests of Philip II rather than England? KQ7 – Did Mary’s foreign policy serve the interests of Philip II rather than England? (Map of Europe & country info) KQ8 – How did Mary bring back Catholicism? KQ9 - What was the extent of religious change under Mary? KQ10 – What was the extent of social & economic change under Mary I KQ11 – How successful was the reign of Mary I? Key people during Edward VI & Mary I’s reign a. Family Key people during Edward VI & Mary I’s reign a. Wider Family Key people during Edward VI & Mary I’s reign Best printed A4 in colour, images are used to support the dual coding theory & act as symbols to aid learning and revision.

An A3 double sided KO based on the Constitution of the USA. Covers all the key content on one sheet for students to revise and use in lessons. I teach AQA Politics but it is also suitable for Edexcel Politics. I have included the original Publisher version as well as a PDF. Tried out in class first.

** Update - Also includes a PDF file as well as the original Publisher file ** A two-sided A3 sheet which focuses on the skills needed for the GCSE Eduqas History exam. Side 1 outlines a short plan on how to answer every question on the four component papers for the GCSE History (Eduqas syllabus). Each plan is colour coded to show the history assessment objectives required for each question so it is easy to see at a glance the focus of each question. The topics headings have been filled in for Elizabeth I, USA depth, Germany breadth & Entertainment and Leisure HOWEVER to adapt for other units just change the topic title and the topic picture. As the question stems are identical in all papers this would also suit centres who study different topics. Key information is also included: exam timings number of questions how many are source / interpretation / own knowledge questions marks the paper is out of suggested time to spend on each question. Side 2 gives an explanation of the history assessment objectives and what this means in terms of their answers. Side 2 also includes the grade boundaries for Elizabeth I, USA 1910-1929, Germany 1919-1991 and Entertainment 2019. Finally there is an example of how to analyse a source and an interpretation as a guide for students. I have analysed a source for USA and an interpretation for Elizabeth I but these can easily be adapted for other units. For best results print in A3 colour.

Includes 7 revision clock templates for students to revise the topic of Depression, War & Recovery. Topics are: Clock 1 – The coming of the Depression Clock 2 – Life during the Depression Clock 3 – The coming of war Clock 4 – Life during war time Clock 5 – Keeping up morale Clock 6 – Life after the war Clock 7 – Rebuilding the country after 1945 Printing off in A3 is best for writing space. Spend 5 minutes on each section and one clock lasts a 60 minute lesson or use for students to revise individually.

These practice questions on the Elizabeth I exam paper for Eduqas and WJEC came about after my pupils wanted past papers to help them revise! I have put together a selection of practice questions in the style of all five questions on the exam paper. Question 1 - What can be learnt from Sources A and B ... (8 questions) Question 2 - To what extent does this source accurately reflect the...? (11 questions) Question 3 - Why was...? (17 questions) Question 4 - Explain the connections between TWO of the following that are to do with...? (9 questions) There is a space underneath each question for pupils to write notes when going over them in class. Question 5 - 2. How far do you agree with this interpretation of...? (23 questions) This will give pupils a chance to get a real feel for the new paper and practice their exam skills. N.B. There are no questions specifically focused on Wales during the Elizabethan era.

A set of knowledge organisers covering the topic of Elizabeth I following the AQA A Level History 1C The Tudors specification. The first 13 KO’s focus on the key content from the spec and the final 4 KO’s focus on key people from this period. The resource comprises of 17 Knowledge organisers to use in lessons: KQ1 - What sort of monarch did Elizabeth promise to be? KQ2 - Did Elizabeth’s Religious Settlement cause more problems than it solved? KQ3 – Was Elizabeth in control of government? KQ4 - Was Elizabeth’s early Foreign Policy Successful? KQ5 – Did Elizabeth achieve her foreign policy objectives in Spain? KQ6 - How serious was the threat of Mary, Queen of Scots? KQ7 – How effective was Elizabeth’s social & economic legislation? KQ8 – Was there more or less disorder under Elizabeth I? KQ9 – How prosperous was Elizabethan England? KQ10 - How far did religion affect stability? KQ11 – Was the reign of Elizabeth a Golden Age? KQ12 - How successful was Elizabeth I? KQ13 – How successful were the Tudors? Key people during Elizabeth I’s reign a. Family Key people during Henry VII’s reign b. Wider family Key people during Henry VII’s reign c. Other notable key figures / influences on Henry VII Best printed A4 in colour, images are used to support the dual coding theory & act as symbols to aid learning and revision.

A collection of activities / PowerPoint's on the problems facing Britain in 1951 and the Festival of Britain. Includes: - Britain in 1950 - good or bad? PowerPoint with activities and historical article - Britain in 1951 - PowerPoint with activities - The Festival of Britain handout - Activity sheets needed for tasks The PowerPoint's focus on giving information on the course content with some activities included to check understanding.

These flashcards are based on the AQA specification but include content on all the key policies, events, treaties etc relating to King Henry VII. There are two flashcards on each page and 15 pages in total. I printed them off on card, cut in half, hole punched and treasury tagged one corner. They were produced for the students I teach who struggle to remember facts! Content based on the spec: Henry Tudor’s consolidation of power: character and aims; establishing the Tudor dynasty Government: councils, parliament, justice, royal finance, domestic policies Relationships with Scotland and other foreign powers; securing the succession; marriage alliances Society: churchmen, nobles and commoners; regional division; social discontent and rebellions Economic development: trade, exploration, prosperity and depression Religion; humanism; arts and learning

An A3 double sided KO based on the US Supreme Court. Covers all the key content on one sheet for students to revise and use in lessons. I teach AQA Politics but it is also suitable for Edexcel Politics. I have included the original Publisher version as well as a PDF. Tried out in class first.

A seven page revision resource covering the whole DWR topic. This was created for students who wanted or needed a smaller, more comprehensive and visually pleasing revision guide so would be ideal for lower ability students. Adobe and word version added too

An A3 double sided KO based on the US Legislative (Congress). Covers all the key content on one sheet for students to revise and use in lessons. I teach AQA Politics but it is also suitable for Edexcel Politics. I have included the original Publisher version as well as a PDF. Tried out in class first.

This is an A3 two sided knowledge organiser for the Elizabethan unit for WJEC / EDUQAS GCSE History course. It covers all the main points from all of the key questions in an easy to read, visual design. It was designed to help make the topic more accessible for middle and lower attaining students who struggle with seperate knowledge organisers. Side 1 - All the main points for each of the key questions 1-6 Side 2 - Key question 7 and advice on how to answer each exam question To make the best of the resource, you should print in colour on A3 (already formatted for A3 printing) on both sides. Mine are laminated as well to use in class. PDF copy added as well*

A simple question and answer quiz on the content of USA 1910-1929 - it comprises of 5 rounds of 10 questions and 3 tiebreak questions. Answers are included.

An exam question tailored to the Eduqas 9-1 GCSE Usa 1910-1929 topic. Focused on question b and immigration. Created as a PLC to encourage self / peer assessment as well as teacher assessment. Also includes DIRT targets.

Factual test for Elizabeth I. Involves matching definition to key words. There are 21 key words and definitions.