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Welcome to RA Resources. I have an extended range of fully resourced, high quality History lessons for KS2, KS3 and GCSE aimed at schools, tutors and home learning. Having taught History abroad and then in Cornwall for 20 years, these lessons reflect my creativity and teaching experience. Please feel free to email me with any enquiries about the resources on offer. You can keep up to date with my latest published lessons using the Facebook link in my shop.

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Welcome to RA Resources. I have an extended range of fully resourced, high quality History lessons for KS2, KS3 and GCSE aimed at schools, tutors and home learning. Having taught History abroad and then in Cornwall for 20 years, these lessons reflect my creativity and teaching experience. Please feel free to email me with any enquiries about the resources on offer. You can keep up to date with my latest published lessons using the Facebook link in my shop.
GCSE History Edexcel: Henry VIII - How did Thomas Cromwell Secure the Annulment? (Lesson 12)
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GCSE History Edexcel: Henry VIII - How did Thomas Cromwell Secure the Annulment? (Lesson 12)

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This lesson can be specifically used for Edexcel GCSE History (1-9) British Depth Study – Henry VIII & his Ministers OR it can be easily adapted to teach students about how Thomas Cromwell was able to cleverly secure an annulment from Catherine of Aragon. The lesson is suited for or could easily be adapted for students aged 12-16 This lesson examines the following questions relating to Cromwell: Why did Henry VIII want to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon? How did Thomas Cromwell secure the annulment? How did securing the annulment further Cromwell’s career in Henry’s government? This is a fully resourced lesson which includes a printable fact sheet based on the GCSE Edexcel specification as well as worksheets, discussion tasks, engaging background information, warm up tasks and learning reviews. The downloaded lesson includes the following: 2x A4 printable worksheets for students to write on 1x main Power Point: Slide 1: Title slide – How did Cromwell secure Henry’s divorce from Catherine of Aragon? Slide 2: Main Lesson Aims Slide 3: As You Enter Warm Up: Which statement best describes religion in England at the start of Henry’s reign? Answer given with challenge question to follow. Slide 4: Learning Recap 1: Students use images to help them recap why Henry VIII wanted to annul his marriage with Catherine of Aragon. Slide 5-6: Learning Recap 2: Students aim to recap the role of 6 key individuals to help explain why the annulment to Catherine had failed by 1529. Slide 7: Starter Task: A problem solving discussion task. You can then return to this at the end of the lesson. Slide 8: Task – Students to be given two sided A4 worksheet (also included in the resource) Slide 9: Follow Up Challenge Questions Slide 10: Example Exam Questions Slide 11-12: Learning Review Quiz – with answers revealed Slide 13: Lesson Fact Sheet I would be really grateful if you could leave a review for the lesson if you feel the lesson is effective for you. Many thanks if you spend some of your valuable time doing this as feedback is highly valued. 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.
GCSE History Edexcel: Medicine in Britain - Science & Technology in Hospitals (Lesson 32)
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GCSE History Edexcel: Medicine in Britain - Science & Technology in Hospitals (Lesson 32)

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This lesson covers how developments in science and technology have helped the care and treatment of patients in hospitals. As always, the lesson contains all of the information, resources and material needed to teach the lesson without the use of a text book. 2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are, to the best of my knowledge, all in the public domain. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
GCSE History Medicine Historic Environment - The Chain of Evacuation (Lesson 8)
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GCSE History Medicine Historic Environment - The Chain of Evacuation (Lesson 8)

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This lesson includes all of the materials and resources needed to teach students about the Chain of Evacuation for wounded soldiers during the First World War. Worksheets and practice exam questions are included as well as a fact sheet which means you do not need the use of text book. 2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. At times, the images I have wanted to use have been restricted and so you may wish to use your own. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
GCSE History Edexcel: The American West Unit 1 Bundle (9 lessons)
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GCSE History Edexcel: The American West Unit 1 Bundle (9 lessons)

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This bundle includes all of the lesson content and resources needed for the teaching of the American West Unit 1. Each lesson contains a fact sheet and printable worksheets. This means that no other resources are needed. Lesson 1: An introduction to the American West Lesson 2: Plains Indian Lifestyle and Beliefs Lesson 3: The importance of the buffalo & horse Lesson 4: Reasons for migration into the West Lesson 5: The experiences of the Mormons & Donner Party Lesson 6: US Government Policy towards the Plains Indians Lesson 7: The problems of farming the Great Plains Lesson 8: The Fort Laramie Treaty 1851 Lesson 9: Lawlessness & the Gold Rush
GCSE History: The American West - The Wounded Knee Massacre 1890 (Lesson 27)
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GCSE History: The American West - The Wounded Knee Massacre 1890 (Lesson 27)

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This lesson looks at the causes, events and consequences of the Wounded Knee Massacre in 1890. All of the lessons for the American West unit contain a variety of learning tasks suitable for all abilities, practice exam questions, engaging individual or group activities as well as the key information needed for the Edexcel Specification. Each lesson features a fact sheet which is intended to be used as a substitute for the text book. Therefore, this lesson contains everything you will need for the lesson. If you have found this lesson effective, please be kind enough to leave a review. 2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and illustrative images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. Clipart/vector images are also all creativecommons.publicdomain.zero.1.0. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources © Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
KS3 KS2 History: King William Conqueror Domesday Book Norman Conquest
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KS3 KS2 History: King William Conqueror Domesday Book Norman Conquest

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Thank you for viewing my resource and I hope you and your students will enjoy the high quality resources included. This lesson examines William’s use of the Domesday Book as a method to take further control of England. As with all of my resources, everything you need for the teaching of this topic is included and so there is no need for additional text books or resources. With this purchase you will receive: Worksheet 1: An A4 fact sheet all about the Domesday Book Worksheet 2: A student task sheet including various levels of questions. Main PowerPoint Presentation: Slide 1: Title slide – To explain the role of the Domesday Book during the Norman Conquest of England Slide 2: A Think and discuss task about the methods the UK government today uses to collect information about its people Slide 3: A fill in the missing term activity based on William’s actions during the Norman Conquest so far – answers revealed Slide 4: An illustration of a scene of the Domesday survey – students given inference based questions from it Slide 5: Background information about the Domesday survey Slide 6: Background information about the Domesday survey questions Slide 7: An alterative online research task about the Domesday Book data today and UK Census Slide 8: A short clip from BBC Teach about the Domesday Book Slide 9: How to structure an answer to a question about the importance of the Domesday Book Slide 10: A creative writing optional task Slide 11: Learning Review – 10 questions from the lesson Slide 12: Learning Review – answers revealed to the 10 questions UPDATE 2023: Please note that all images (clipart/vector/illustrations/photographs) are in the public domain and are therefore classed as Creative Commons 1.0 unless otherwise attributed in the notes section of each slide. If you believe there are any errors, please email me directly in the first instance to resolve the issue.
KS3 KS2 Stuarts History: The Reign & Personality of King James I of England & Scotland
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KS3 KS2 Stuarts History: The Reign & Personality of King James I of England & Scotland

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This lesson provides an excellent introduction to the reign of King James I in England following the death of Elizabeth I. The lesson helps students explain why James VI of Scotland was chosen as the successor to Elizabeth I. Students are then given a range of sources and historical interpretations to form their own opinions about the strengths and weaknesses of King James I. Finally, students will use a fact sheet about James I to help them understand the growing tensions in England between the king and his parliament and religion. The 14-slide lesson contains a variety of discussion tasks, activities, printable resources, starters and learning reviews as well as engaging background information about King James I. Please be kind enough to leave a review of this lesson if you have found it effective. Thank you. 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. Thank you.
GCSE Edexcel: Elizabethan England - Sport, pastime and theatre (Lesoon 20)
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GCSE Edexcel: Elizabethan England - Sport, pastime and theatre (Lesoon 20)

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This lesson allows students to describe the features of Elizabethan sports, pastimes and the theatre. There is also an emphasis on the differences between rich and poor, male and female sports and pastimes with a range of activities available. All of the lessons for the Early Elizabethan England unit contain a variety of learning tasks suitable for all abilities, practice exam questions, engaging individual or group activities as well as the key information needed for the Edexcel Specification. Each lesson features a fact sheet which is intended to be used as a substitute for the text book. Therefore, this lesson contains everything you will need for the lesson. If you have found this lesson effective, please be kind enough to leave a review. 2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and illustrative images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. Clipart/vector images are also all creativecommons.publicdomain.zero.1.0. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources © Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
GCSE HISTORY Edexcel: Elizabethan England - Why was Mary, Q of S executed? (Lesson 13)
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GCSE HISTORY Edexcel: Elizabethan England - Why was Mary, Q of S executed? (Lesson 13)

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This lesson examines all of the reasons why Elizabeth I decided to execute Mary, Queen of Scots. All of the lessons for the Early Elizabethan England unit contain a variety of learning tasks suitable for all abilities, practice exam questions, engaging individual or group activities as well as the key information needed for the Edexcel Specification. Each lesson features a fact sheet which is intended to be used as a substitute for the text book. Therefore, this lesson contains everything you will need for the lesson. If you have found this lesson effective, please be kind enough to leave a review. 2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and illustrative images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. Clipart/vector images are also all creativecommons.publicdomain.zero.1.0. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources © Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
GCSE History Edexcel: The American West - Johnson County War 1892 (Lesson 25)
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GCSE History Edexcel: The American West - Johnson County War 1892 (Lesson 25)

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This lesson has a focus on the conflict which resulted in the Johnson County War of 1892. All of the lessons for the American West unit contain a variety of learning tasks suitable for all abilities, practice exam questions, engaging individual or group activities as well as the key information needed for the Edexcel Specification. Each lesson features a fact sheet which is intended to be used as a substitute for the text book. Therefore, this lesson contains everything you will need for the lesson. If you have found this lesson effective, please be kind enough to leave a review. 2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and illustrative images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. Clipart/vector images are also all creativecommons.publicdomain.zero.1.0. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources © Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
Lesson 9: Edexcel GCSE History 1-9 - Whitechapel Study - Changes to Policing after 1888
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Lesson 9: Edexcel GCSE History 1-9 - Whitechapel Study - Changes to Policing after 1888

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This is the final lesson of this historic environment unit and examines how police methods changed as a result of the failures of the Jack the Ripper case. In particular, the lesson looks at environmental changes to Whitechapel, the changes to communication methods and the Bertillon System. There is also an opportunity for student to complete a practice follow up question and the lesson also includes a sheet which includes all the forms of ‘sources’ students can use to answer this question. UPDATE 2023: Please note that all images (clipart/vector/illustrations/photographs) are in the public domain and are therefore classed as Creative Commons 1.0 unless otherwise attributed in the notes section of each slide. If you believe there are any errors, please email me directly in the first instance to resolve the issue.
Lesson 7: Edexcel GCSE History 1-9 Whitechapel Study - Police Techniques Jack the Ripper
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Lesson 7: Edexcel GCSE History 1-9 Whitechapel Study - Police Techniques Jack the Ripper

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This is a fully resourced lesson which can avoid the use of the text book if needed. RECAP: Filling in the missing terms task. This can be done on the board or printed off for student books. STARTER: Students have a wide range of police techniques to look at and have to select the ones that would have been used at the time and the ones that would NOT be used at the time. Answers given with animations. TASK 1: Students given a blank diagram which they will fill in to show the variety of police methods used at the time. Students have space to include a basic picture of this method and written specifics. (See image). TASK 2: Students given an exam question based on usefulness of two sources. An example answer has been written and they should highlight the various skills needed before attempting their own answers. PLENARY: Key words from the lesson are shown with the idea of students being able to define them. UPDATE 2023: Please note that all images (clipart/vector/illustrations/photographs) are in the public domain and are therefore classed as Creative Commons 1.0 unless otherwise attributed in the notes section of each slide. If you believe there are any errors, please email me directly in the first instance to resolve the issue.
GCSE History Edexcel Crime & Punishment 1700-1900: Prison reform, Howard & Fry (Lesson 19)
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GCSE History Edexcel Crime & Punishment 1700-1900: Prison reform, Howard & Fry (Lesson 19)

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This lesson examines the development in the prison system during the 18th and 19th century and the roles played by Robert Peel, Elizabeth Fry and John Howard. Slide 1: Title - To explain the development and reform of prisons between 1700 - 1900 Slide 2-3: Previous lesson recap about punishments from this time Slide 4: Short clip reminding students of the way prisons were run before 1700. Slide 5: Source and information sheet for students to recap the problems that faced the previous prison system Slide 6: A slide to record student ideas Slide 7: BBC Class Clips about Victorian prisons Slide 8: Background information about Humanitarianism Slide 9: Elizabeth Fry Slide 10 and 11: Image based information about the development of prisons Slide 12: The role played by Robert Peel with prison reform Slide 13: Learning Task - students to identify and categorise the reasons why prisons reformed Slide 14: Follow up qiestions Slide 15-16: Recap crossword with answers revealed Slide 17: Lesson Fact sheet Slide 18: Example practice exam questions Worksheet 1: Practice Exam Question and outline Worksheet 2: The task sheet on A4 2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, all photographic and illustrative images have been attributed where appropriate and/or are all in the public domain. Clipart/vector images are all creativecommons.publicdomain.zero.1.0 which do not have to be attributed. If you have any issues regarding copyright please email me in the first instance.
Edexcel GCSE History Cold War and S. Power Relations: Lesson 7 - Nato and Warsaw Pact
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Edexcel GCSE History Cold War and S. Power Relations: Lesson 7 - Nato and Warsaw Pact

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This lesson helps students identify the consequences and importance of the creation of NATO and the Warsaw Pact. Various activities are included as listed below along with all the information students will need on an A4 fact sheet. RECAP: Two versions of a card sorting task (see image) which asks students to organise events and key terms into ‘east’ and ‘west’. STARTER: A filling in the missing terms starter to recap the Berlin Crisis and link to the creation of NATO and the Warsaw Pact. Answers revealed and animated for student peer/self assessment. DISCUSSION: An A4 chart which statistics about the two military alliances. The students have to work together to infer meaning from the chart. BACKGROUND: A teacher led, animated version of events with a clear map to show the two military alliance sides. TASK 1 AND 2: A letter to be written from the leaders of each country to their alliance members. Each short letter will outline the aims of the military alliance and its reason for being created. Instructions given on the sheet. EXAMPLE EXAM QUESTION: Explain two consequences of the Berlin Crisis for the development of the Cold War [8] Two examples are given and students need to provide reasons for one answer being better than the other. RECAP QUIZ: Is the fact about NATO or the Warsaw Pact? FACT SHEET: An A4 printable fact sheet with all information needed for the lesson. This will save the use of the text book. UPDATE 2023: Please note that all images (clipart/vector/illustrations/photographs) are in the public domain and are therefore classed as Creative Commons 1.0 unless otherwise attributed in the notes section of each slide. If you believe there are any errors, please email me directly in the first instance to resolve the issue.
GCSE History Edexcel - Anglo-Saxon & Norman England: Centralised Norman Government  (Lesson 25)
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GCSE History Edexcel - Anglo-Saxon & Norman England: Centralised Norman Government (Lesson 25)

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This lesson focuses on the changes introduced by William to the government. It asks the students to describe these changes before explaining the purpose of them for William’s aim in gaining more wealth, power and control. The lesson includes: Clear learning aim with learning outcomes linked to GCSE grades, a recap from previous learning, an engaging starter task, background information, a pit-stop plenary, a choice of tasks for all levels and learning styles, clearly written instructions in the notes section of each slide, exam practice questions, extension questions, a plenary, differentiation for higher ability students and two fact sheets which can be used on its own or alongside other resources you may have. Please be kind enough to leave a review if you have found this lesson useful. 2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are all in the public domain. At times, the images I have wanted to use have been restricted and so you may wish to use your own. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
GCSE History Edexcel: Medicine in Britain  - Penicillin, Fleming, Florey & Chain (Lesson 34)
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GCSE History Edexcel: Medicine in Britain - Penicillin, Fleming, Florey & Chain (Lesson 34)

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This lesson covers the development of penicillin. It follows the narrative of Alexander Fleming and its further development with Florey & Chain. Students can select to complete a storyboard or a timeline with additional higher level follow up questions provided. 2023 UPDATE INFO: To take into account copyright, photographic and cartoon images have been attributed where appropriate and are, to the best of my knowledge, all in the public domain. Images created by myself using Power Point tools have also been noted as creations of RAResources. Please contact me in person if you see any errors.
KS3 KS2 Tudor History: Queen Lady Jane Grey and Mary I
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KS3 KS2 Tudor History: Queen Lady Jane Grey and Mary I

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This lesson will allow students to examine the fascinating story of Lady Jane Grey, ‘The nine day queen’. Starter: Fill in the missing words recap to firm up knowledge of the Tudors before Lady Jane Grey. Source Analysis: A painting showing the execution of Lady Jane Grey Background: Information about the childhood and family of Lady Jane Grey Task 1: Students complete their own storyboard of the events of the nine day queen. Task 2: A follow up task and question sheet asking students to explain the events. Challenge: How do you think history would have turned out if Edward had survived long enough to marry Lady Jane Grey? Exam Question/Assessment: Write a narrative account of the events surrounding Lady Jane Grey. UPDATE 2023: Please note that all images (clipart/vector/illustrations/photographs) are in the public domain and are therefore classed as Creative Commons 1.0 unless otherwise attributed in the notes section of each slide. If you believe there are any errors, please email me directly in the first instance to resolve the issue.
GCSE History Edexcel - Migrants in Britain: Revision & Study Fact Sheets
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GCSE History Edexcel - Migrants in Britain: Revision & Study Fact Sheets

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These resources are designed specifically for the Edexcel GCSE History, Migrants in Britain c.800 - Present Paper 1 Topic. You will receive the following two resources: Resource 1: A set of 33 fact/revision sheets for the whole thematic study of Migrants in Britain. This set is mainly aimed at higher ability students. Resource 2: A differentiated version of the 33 fact/revision sheets for the whole thematic study of Migrants in Britain. This set is mainly aimed at lower ability students. These study materials are based on the subject knowledge and content needed for the Edexcel course. 2023 UPDATE: Please note that all clipart/images/vectors are in the public domain and Creative Commons 1.0 unless otherwise stated in the notes below each slide. If you see any errors please contact me in the first instance. Thank you.
GCSE History Edexcel: USA Conflict Home & Abroad - Montgomery Bus Boycott & Rosa Parks (Lesson 5)
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GCSE History Edexcel: USA Conflict Home & Abroad - Montgomery Bus Boycott & Rosa Parks (Lesson 5)

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This lesson examines the causes and main events/features of the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955-56. Students have an opportunity to analyse the main causes as well as look at the details of the groups and individuals involved. I have included two fact sheets (one slightly differentiated) with the information needed for this part of the course which can be found on the final two slides. Therefore, no other resources are needed for the teaching of this lesson. Included in the lesson: Slide 1: Title Slide Slide 2: Lesson Key Questions Slide 3-4: Previous Learning about Brown vs Topeka & Little Rock quiz with answers revealed Slide 5: Student discussion and outline diagram of all of the methods used to oppose segregation so far covered in the course Slide 6: Source Inference Starter Task about Martin Luther King Slide 7: Source Inference Starter Task about Martin Luther King in an exam question format Slide 8-11: Animated and engaging background information about the bus boycott Slide 12: Student discussion questions about the impact of the boycott Slide 13: An outline and instructions to the learning task Slide 14: A print out version of the main learning task Slide 15: Follow Up Challenge Questions and further source analysis Slide 16-17: Learning Review Crossword with answers revealed Slides 18-19: Lesson Fact Sheets based on the Edexcel specification Please note that all images (clipart/photographs/vectors) used in this presentation, to be best of my knowledge, are copyright free and in the public domain unless otherwise attributed in the links. If you feel any errors have been made please contact me directly in the first instance to resolve the issue. Thank you.
KS3 KS2 Henry VIII *Six Lesson BUNDLE*  High Quality & Fully Resourced
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KS3 KS2 Henry VIII *Six Lesson BUNDLE* High Quality & Fully Resourced

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This bundle contains all of my lessons for KS2 - KS3 about King Henry VIII. The lessons are suitable and can be adapted to ages 8-15. Please note that EVERY lesson is fully resourced and ‘ready to go’. This bundle will save you many hours of preparation and each lesson contains a wide variety of activities to keep your students engaged. The bundle includes: Lesson 1: Investigating the life and personality of the young Henry VIII (A source investigation) Lesson 2: Henry VIII and the ‘Break from Rome’. Lesson 3: The Dissolution of the Monasteries Lesson 4: The Reformation Lesson 5: Portraits of King Henry VIII - Why were portraits so important to Henry? Lesson 6: The Wives of King Henry VIII - Why did Henry have so many wives?