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NEW! Events That Reshaped Our World Map (Includes PowerPoint) Map Skills

By Geography & Math Made Easy

Why do maps change? How do boundaries change?

There are may political, economic, and social factors that reshape our world and our maps. Students will participate in the introductory PowerPoint presentation and will visit historical events that have shaped our world and today's maps. This is a great lesson to incorporate into your maps unit. It goes beyond the basics and broadens the students' scope of understanding.

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OBJECTIVE:

  • The learner will understand factors which shaped our maps, such as colonization, decolonization, war, and regions claiming and gaining independence, etc.
  • The learner will explore historical events that shaped today’s map.
  • The learner will identify social, historical, and economic factors that reshape maps.

MATERIALS:

  • Make multiple copies of each “Events that Shaped Our World” activity sheets.
  • Access to the Internet for research purposes.
  • Powerpoint Identifying social, historical and economic factors that shaped our maps
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  • Maps or atlases for student to use a references. If you don’t have these, find a map with political boundaries for each country and state of United States or each team.
  • Colored pencils for student can draw the before and after maps on their activity sheet.
  • Numbers to display on the wall for the Gallery Walk.
  • Pad of sticky notes for each group.

INCLUDES:

  • Detailed Teacher Guide
  • Introductory PowerPoint with This & That Game
  • Events that Shaped Our Maps Activity Sheets
  • Printable Numbers for Gallery Walk
  • Exit Tickets

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Civilizations of the Americas - Maya, Aztec, Inca - Notes, Organizer, and Quiz

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Great resource for teaching the major civilizations of the Americas: Maya, Aztecs, and Inca! Use the notes and graphic organizer to discuss the environment, cities, language, religion, and achievements of each civilization! Finish with the included quiz to assess students' understanding!

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HALLOWEEN | HISTORY/HISTOIRE | ORIGINS/ORIGINES | COMPREHENSION LECTURE (FRENCH)

By French Made Fun!

Fuel middle schoolers' curiosity with our French Halloween history resource! Explore traditions and origins through a reading comprehension, short answer, and research tasks. Perfect for a substitute teacher, fostering independent learning during a hectic time of year.


Looking to do something a little different with your Middle-schoolers this Halloween? This independent reading, writing and researching unit will have your students better understanding Halloween's origins, traditions and cultural rites and customs. This is an ideal unit if you're not looking to do anything cross-curricular and are a language arts teacher. It's quiet and reflexive with a final presentation showcasing their discovery. It would be amazing to leave with a sub!

It is a printable document on 8.5" x 11" paper.

Reflection, reading and assessment activities are not time-consuming; however, I give my students 2-3 classes to research, and plan for 2 days of presentations. This could very well cover you for Hallo-week .

Here's what you'll find included in this resource that's carefully curated for your middle school French learners.

  • "Réflexion" - 3 separate reflection prompts which can be used as a small writing assessment. These reflections foster higher-level thinking and will have your students thinking about culture, inclusivity, and Halloween's historical changes that have occurred through time.
  • "Halloween - une recherche autour du monde!" - A mini research activity that will have your students delving into how Halloween is celebrated around the world, comparing it to their own culture and beliefs. Included in this research description is a presentation opportunity and success criteria are also included.
  • "Les origines historiques et l'importance culturelle d'Halloween" - A short reading comprehension piece which has questions to verify understanding.
  • "Testez vos connaissances" - A short two-page assessment on general Halloween history.

If you're looking into trying our a project- and inquiry-based approach in your classroom, I recommend trying any of the following resources:

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Medieval Europe, The Evolution of Castle Defenses with slide decks activity

By Yugen Learning

Transform your middle school students knowledge of the evolution of medieval castle defenses with this dynamic, no-prep resource designed to engage your history students. This activity-driven worksheet, paired with a detailed PowerPoint presentation, explores the changes in castle architecture in response to advancements in siege warfare. Students will analyze historical castle types and complete an in-depth table summarizing key military innovations, defensive strategies, and the features that made each generation of castles more formidable than the last.

How This Resource Benefits Your Students:

  • Critical Thinking Focus: Students will evaluate the changes in castle design over time and think critically about how these innovations addressed new siege tactics.
  • Historical Analysis Skills: By completing a detailed table, students will deepen their understanding of how historical events and technological advancements shaped military architecture.
  • Engaging Visual Learning: The accompanying PowerPoint provides clear visuals and explanations, helping students connect historical facts to architectural innovations.

What's Included:

  • 2 Editable Slide Decks: A visually rich, student-friendly presentation covering the timeline and key features of five distinct castle types, from the Motte and Bailey to the Concentric Castle.
  • Interactive Worksheet: A detailed A4 worksheet where students will complete a comparison table for each castle type, identifying the military innovations, the challenges they responded to, and the defensive features used.
  • Comprehension Questions: A set of comprehension questions designed to reinforce key concepts and encourage further reflection on the evolution of medieval fortifications.
  • Lesson plan
  • Solution key: Complete answer key for all student tasks

Perfect For:

  • Middle School History Classes
  • Lessons on Medieval Castles and Warfare
  • Critical Thinking and Historical Analysis Exercises

How to Use This Resource:

  1. PowerPoint Introduction: Use the PowerPoint to introduce the evolution of castle designs and explain the military innovations behind each type.
  2. Worksheet Completion: Students will fill out the table in the provided worksheet, identifying the key features and purposes of each castle generation.
  3. Discussion & Reflection: Lead a classroom discussion on why castles evolved and how these changes helped defend against increasingly powerful siege technologies.
  4. Comprehension Task: End the lesson by reviewing the provided comprehension questions to test student understanding and encourage deeper thinking.

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

  • No-Prep & Easy to Implement: Everything you need to run a successful lesson on medieval castles and siege warfare is included, saving you time on planning.
  • Visually Engaging: The PowerPoint offers clear, well-organized visuals to help students visualize castle defenses and understand how they evolved in response to new threats.
  • Aligned to Curriculum Standards: Perfect for lessons on medieval history and the development of military technology in Europe.

Common Core Outcomes

  • Reading: Integration of knowledge and ideas (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7).
  • Social Studies: Analyzing historical events and their connection to the present (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.7).

Australian Curriculum Links and Codes:

  • The way of life in Medieval Europe (social, cultural, economic and political features) and the roles and relationships of different groups in society (ACDSEH008)
  • Continuity and change in society in ONE of the following areas: crime and punishment; military and defence systems; towns, cities and commerce (ACDSEH051)

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Black history month Leaders bulletin board Posters -February Activities Editable

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There are so many amazing people we can learn from during Black History Month (and the rest of the year). This board includes several influential Black Americans and phrases that are simple and short enough for younger grade levels!

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NEW! Geography — Understand Population Trends, A Study of Population Density

By Geography & Math Made Easy

What is population density? What physical and human factor influences population density and sparsity? Why do some areas have a large number of people living in one are while in another place there are very few? Explore how various factors influence population trends and present them through population pyramids.

OBJECTIVE:

  • The learner will identify how human and physical factors influence population distribution.
  • The learner will create and understand the purpose of a population pyramid.
  • Students will understand the difference between population distribution and population density.
  • Students will learn how to calculate population density.

MATERIALS:

  • Reading Activity (Included-3 Pages)
  • Laminated What Influences Population Distribution Game (Included - 2 Pages)
  • Create a Population Pyramid Option #1 (Included)
  • Create a Population Pyramid Option #2 (Included)
  • Create a Population Pyramid Template
  • Ipads or computers for those who wish to choose their own data to create a population pyramid.
  • Ziplock Bags for Game Pieces
  • Colored pencils, crayons, markers & ruler. (Per Group)
  • Exit Card & Rubric (Included)
  • Tape the 4 “Location Photos,” One in Each Corner.

PREPARATION:

  • Fully read over the lesson and instructions. Understand the content so, as the instructor, you can help direct and guide students’ where they need assistance and have questions.
  • Laminate the What Influences Population Distribution Game and any other materials you would like to reuse in the future
  • Print off the following: 3-Page Reading Activity, Population Pyramid Option #1, Population Pyramid Option #2 and Population Pyramid Template (One per group). Staple into a packet.
  • Cut out the game pieces for each group, laminate them, and place them in Ziplock bags. Also, laminate the game card.
  • Prepare and charge Ipads and/or make computers available for those who wish to gather population distribution information from Census.com and StatisticsTimes.com.
  • Print off Exit Cards and Population Pyramid Presentation Grading Rubric.

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Prehistory & Early Civilizations Mega Bundle: Reading Comprehension & Activities

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Challenge and excite your students with this comprehensive and engaging Prehistory and Early Civilizations Mega Bundle! This exclusive bundle combines in-depth reading comprehension with a wide variety of interactive activities, providing everything you need to explore prehistory and early civilizations in your classroom. Designed for middle and high school students, this mega bundle covers key topics including prehistory, the Neolithic Revolution, and the River Valley Civilizations of Mesopotamia, China, Egypt, and India.

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  • Comprehensive Reading Passages: Each worksheet includes detailed, content-rich reading passages with bolded key terms, subtitles, and definitions to aid student understanding.
  • Engaging Interactive Activities: From foldables and graphic organizers to crossword puzzles and hands-on projects, students will stay engaged as they learn about early human history.
  • PowerPoints and Visual Aids: Use visually appealing PowerPoints and other visual tools to bring history to life and make complex topics accessible to all students.
  • Assessment Tools: Unit quiz and answer keys are included to easily assess student progress and understanding of key concepts.
  • Lesson Objectives: Each worksheet and activity includes clear learning objectives to guide instruction and focus on essential historical concepts.
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Medieval Europe, Castle Defense & Siege Warfare Activities and slide decks

By Yugen Learning

Transform your middle school students knowledge of medieval castle defenses and attack strategies with this dynamic, no-prep resource designed to engage your history students. These activity-driven worksheets, paired with a detailed PowerPoint presentation and online research resources explores the changes in castle defensive strategies in response to advancements in siege warfare. Students will analyze historical castle types and complete an in-depth table summarizing key military innovations, defensive strategies, and the features that made each generation of castles more formidable than the last.

How to Use These Resources:

  • Introduce the Topic: Use the PowerPoint presentations to visually explain the evolution of medieval castles and siege warfare.
  • Student Note-taking: Encourage students to fill in the accompanying interactive worksheets during the PowerPoint to reinforce learning.
  • Group Activity: Have students collaborate in pairs or small groups to design their own castles or siege plans using the Design Your Own Castle or Siege Plan activity.
  • Marking Key: Use the provided marking key to check for accuracy in student answers.
  • Class Discussion: Lead a classroom discussion using the comprehension questions to deepen understanding of historical concepts and strategies.
  • Lesson Wrap-up: Run the Siege Warfare Simulation as a competitive activity to allow students to apply what they've learned in a strategic, hands-on experience.

PowerPoint Presentations

  1. Defending a Medieval Castle (editable):
  • Covers strategic defensive features such as concentric walls, round towers, moats, and curtain walls.
  • Explores key defense tactics like using portcullises, drawbridges, murder holes, and battlements.
  • Provides detailed visuals explaining the layout of medieval castles and their evolution.
  • Discusses active defense strategies such as loophole defense, constant assault, and fire grappling​(Defending-a-Medieval-Ca…).
  1. Attacking and Defending a Castle (editable):
  • A comprehensive guide to both the offensive and defensive sides of medieval warfare.
  • Covers siege tactics such as mining, battering rams, trebuchets, and siege towers.
  • Includes examples of historical sieges and the strategies used in successful and unsuccessful assaults​(Attacking-and-Defending…).

Interactive Worksheets

  • Medieval Siege: Attacking and Defending a Castle:
    • Focuses on key siege tactics, including the use of trebuchets, catapults, and undermining​(Learning resources copy).
    • Word bank activities to reinforce key terminology and concepts about castle defenses and siege warfare.
    • Features questions designed to test students' understanding of defensive structures and siege techniques, encouraging them to analyze historical examples​(Learning resources copy).

Design Your Own Castle or Siege Plan Activity

  • Castle Defense:

    • Students are given 50 points to design their own castle, choosing between options like a hilltop location, concentric walls, round towers, and various defensive features.
    • Encourages students to reflect on how different features work together to create a strong defense​(Learning resources copy).
  • Siege Plan:

    • In a complementary activity, students spend points to plan a siege attack, selecting strategies such as trebuchets, battering rams, mining, and psychological warfare​(Learning resources copy).

Lesson Plan: Siege Warfare Simulation

  • A hands-on classroom activity where students work in groups as either attackers or defenders to strategize, simulate, and calculate the outcomes of their siege plans.
  • Incorporates critical thinking and strategic planning to mirror historical siege warfare​(Learning resources copy).

Comprehension Questions

  • A detailed set of questions testing students' knowledge of medieval castle defenses and siege strategies, encouraging deeper reflection and analysis of historical events​(Learning resources copy).

Common Core Outcomes

  • Reading: Integration of knowledge and ideas (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7).
  • Social Studies: Analyzing historical events and their connection to the present (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.7).

Australian Curriculum Links and Codes:

  • The way of life in Medieval Europe (social, cultural, economic and political features) and the roles and relationships of different groups in society (ACDSEH008)
  • Continuity and change in society in ONE of the following areas: crime and punishment; military and defence systems; towns, cities and commerce (ACDSEH051)

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South American Geography: TIC TAC TOE: Show Us What You Know!

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Need a lesson that will get your students involved in their learning? One you can implement as an individual assignment or a cooperative learning project? This 3-day (50-minute class periods) mini-unit will allow your students to explore not only the physical characteristics of South America but also the economic, political, historical, and cultural aspects.

Includes an introductory game, student instruction/activity sheet, thorough teacher instructions, reproducible, and a wrap-up learning game.

Why so many game? Students should have fun learning. This assignment will keep your students on their toes, having fun and learning at the same time.

Incorporates high-level thinking skills. The only way to learn this skill is to do it, so don't be afraid to challenge your students!

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Students will use their research and context clues skills as they explore in depth 16 key figures of World War I through this online (or print) activity, as they work to find the missing pieces of information in the chart!

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Medieval Europe, Capture the castle game, analysis, comprehension worksheet set

By Yugen Learning

Empower your teaching with a dynamic, no-prep lesson that not only immerses students in the rich history of medieval Europe but also enhances their critical thinking skills. This comprehensive resource brings the Siege of Rochester Castle (1215) to life, engaging your students through an interactive game and analytical activities that make history both educational and exciting. Transform your classroom into a medieval battleground where strategic thinking and historical analysis take centre stage. Designed specifically for middle and high school history students!

How this complete resource will elevate your teaching and engage your students:

  • InDepth Exploration of Medieval Siege Warfare: Equip your students with a thorough understanding of medieval siege tactics and the historical context of the Siege of Rochester Castle.
  • Targeted Skill Development: Students will sharpen their analytical and critical thinking abilities through strategic decision making and comprehensive comprehension exercises.
  • Enhanced Reading and Interpretation Skills: The included comprehension exercises help students improve their ability to extract, interpret, and analyze historical information.
  • Active and Engaging Learning: This resource transforms your classroom into an interactive environment where students are fully engaged in hands on activities, reinforcing their understanding of complex historical concepts.
  • Effortless Implementation: With everything prepared for you, focus on guiding students through deep historical analysis and skill building exercises.
  • Standards-Aligned: This lesson aligns with history curriculum standards, focusing on strategic thinking, historical analysis, and understanding the complexities of medieval warfare

How to use this resource:

  • Start with the PowerPoint: Use the 4slide presentation to introduce the Siege of Rochester Castle and provide historical context.
  • Engage with the Game: Have students roleplay as King John’s advisors, using the Attack Cards to simulate the siege and make strategic decisions.
  • Facilitate Group Work: Encourage teamwork by dividing students into small groups for the Capture the Castle game, fostering collaboration and discussion.
  • Incorporate Comprehension Exercises: Use the comprehension task to reinforce key concepts and assess students’ understanding of medieval siege tactics.
  • Adapt for Flexibility: Adjust the activities for different class lengths, ensuring each student gets the opportunity to engage with all aspects of the lesson.
  • Use the Marking Key: Utilize the provided marking key for efficient assessment and feedback on students’ comprehension and analysis skills.

What’s Included:

  • A 4-slide PowerPoint presentation covering the Siege of Rochester Castle
  • Capture Rochester Castle game based on the actual siege of 1215
  • 24 Printable Attack Cards for student to assess and play
  • A detailed lesson plan with step-by-step instructions
  • Comprehension task with Historical Castle siege account with 5 multiple choice, 6 comprehension and a analysis question with marking key.

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

  • Interactive Learning: Students take on the role of advisors to King John, making strategic decisions on how to capture Rochester Castle using a set of 24 custom-designed attack cards. This hands-on approach encourages critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: This resource includes a detailed PowerPoint presentation that covers the historical background, key events, and aftermath of the siege, helping students gain a deep understanding of medieval siege tactics.
  • Engaging Activities: With the Siege Strategy Points System and Attack Cards, students will analyze castle defenses, choose their tactics, and calculate their success, making history lessons both educational and fun.
  • Flexible and Easy to Use: Designed for a 60-minute class but easily adaptable to different time frames, this lesson is perfect for individual, small group, or whole-class instruction. All materials are ready-to-use and can be printed or projected.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to transform your history lessons! Buy now this comprehensive Siege of Rochester Castle resource today, and watch your students become fully engaged in learning medieval warfare and critical thinking. Bring history to life in your classroom with ease and effectiveness—get started now!

Common Core Outcomes

  • Reading: Integration of knowledge and ideas (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7).
  • Social Studies: Analyzing historical events and their connection to the present (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.7).

Australian Curriculum Links and Codes:

  • The way of life in Medieval Europe (social, cultural, economic and political features) and the roles and relationships of different groups in society (ACDSEH008)
  • Continuity and change in society in ONE of the following areas: crime and punishment; military and defence systems; towns, cities and commerce (ACDSEH051)

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Challenging your students doesn't mean it can't be fun, creative, and group collaboration. This is a Geography Asia research or wrap-up assignment that can be used throughout the study of Asia (or modified to fit another topic) in geography, world history, and other social studies classes. I have used this in my class for 7 years and it has been a very successful learning tool. This can easily be modified the assignment to fit various topics. Students and parents love this assignment because it is fun and reflects what students have learned. Students are proud of their work when they finish. The idea of the lesson can be changed to fit studies within other core subjects, such as science. This is a supplemental activity that will enhance students learning within the unit study. The teacher-ready supplemental activities included in this lesson are focused on an Asia Unit.

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World History Ultimate Bundle! Yearlong Activities, Worksheets, Lessons, Games & Projects for Your Classroom

Bring world history to life and save time with this ultimate yearlong bundle! This comprehensive collection includes over 125 engaging activities covering major historical periods, from Prehistory, Ancient Civilizations, and the Middle Ages to World War II and the 21st Century. Designed for middle school, high school, and homeschool students, this bundle provides an extensive range of resources to enhance your world history curriculum, making history interactive, fun, and memorable.

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  • Reading Comprehension Worksheets: This is a new product line, currently covering key historical periods from Prehistory to Ancient Greece, with more added throughout the year!
  • Interactive Reading Lessons: Explore historical events and figures with guided questions and in-depth analysis.
  • Worksheets & Notes: Perfect for classwork, homework, and review.
  • Projects & Research Assignments: Encourage deep dives into specific historical topics, fostering critical thinking.
  • Crossword Puzzles & Word Searches: Fun ways to reinforce vocabulary and key historical concepts.
  • Classroom Games: Make history fun with interactive activities that engage all learners.
  • Teacher Guides & Answer Keys: Detailed guides, rubrics, and answer keys for easy lesson planning and grading.

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Medieval Europe, Capture the castle game, analysis, comprehension worksheet set

By Yugen Learning

Empower your teaching with a dynamic, no-prep lesson that not only immerses students in the rich history of medieval Europe but also enhances their critical thinking skills. This comprehensive resource brings the Siege of Rochester Castle (1215) to life, engaging your students through an interactive game and analytical activities that make history both educational and exciting. Transform your classroom into a medieval battleground where strategic thinking and historical analysis take centre stage. Designed specifically for middle and high school history students!

How this complete resource will elevate your teaching and engage your students:

  • InDepth Exploration of Medieval Siege Warfare: Equip your students with a thorough understanding of medieval siege tactics and the historical context of the Siege of Rochester Castle.
  • Targeted Skill Development: Students will sharpen their analytical and critical thinking abilities through strategic decision making and comprehensive comprehension exercises.
  • Enhanced Reading and Interpretation Skills: The included comprehension exercises help students improve their ability to extract, interpret, and analyze historical information.
  • Active and Engaging Learning: This resource transforms your classroom into an interactive environment where students are fully engaged in hands on activities, reinforcing their understanding of complex historical concepts.
  • Effortless Implementation: With everything prepared for you, focus on guiding students through deep historical analysis and skill building exercises.
  • Standards-Aligned: This lesson aligns with history curriculum standards, focusing on strategic thinking, historical analysis, and understanding the complexities of medieval warfare

How to use this resource:

  • Start with the PowerPoint: Use the 4slide presentation to introduce the Siege of Rochester Castle and provide historical context.
  • Engage with the Game: Have students roleplay as King John’s advisors, using the Attack Cards to simulate the siege and make strategic decisions.
  • Facilitate Group Work: Encourage teamwork by dividing students into small groups for the Capture the Castle game, fostering collaboration and discussion.
  • Incorporate Comprehension Exercises: Use the comprehension task to reinforce key concepts and assess students’ understanding of medieval siege tactics.
  • Adapt for Flexibility: Adjust the activities for different class lengths, ensuring each student gets the opportunity to engage with all aspects of the lesson.
  • Use the Marking Key: Utilize the provided marking key for efficient assessment and feedback on students’ comprehension and analysis skills.

What’s Included:

  • A 4-slide PowerPoint presentation covering the Siege of Rochester Castle
  • Capture Rochester Castle game based on the actual siege of 1215
  • 24 Printable Attack Cards for student to assess and play
  • A detailed lesson plan with step-by-step instructions
  • Comprehension task with Historical Castle siege account with 5 multiple choice, 6 comprehension and a analysis question with marking key.

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

  • Interactive Learning: Students take on the role of advisors to King John, making strategic decisions on how to capture Rochester Castle using a set of 24 custom-designed attack cards. This hands-on approach encourages critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: This resource includes a detailed PowerPoint presentation that covers the historical background, key events, and aftermath of the siege, helping students gain a deep understanding of medieval siege tactics.
  • Engaging Activities: With the Siege Strategy Points System and Attack Cards, students will analyze castle defenses, choose their tactics, and calculate their success, making history lessons both educational and fun.
  • Flexible and Easy to Use: Designed for a 60-minute class but easily adaptable to different time frames, this lesson is perfect for individual, small group, or whole-class instruction. All materials are ready-to-use and can be printed or projected.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to transform your history lessons! Buy now this comprehensive Siege of Rochester Castle resource today, and watch your students become fully engaged in learning medieval warfare and critical thinking. Bring history to life in your classroom with ease and effectiveness—get started now!

Common Core Outcomes

  • Reading: Integration of knowledge and ideas (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7).
  • Social Studies: Analyzing historical events and their connection to the present (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.7).

Australian Curriculum Links and Codes:

  • The way of life in Medieval Europe (social, cultural, economic and political features) and the roles and relationships of different groups in society (ACDSEH008)
  • Continuity and change in society in ONE of the following areas: crime and punishment; military and defence systems; towns, cities and commerce (ACDSEH051)

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What if China had a Facebook page? What would it look like? What would it include? Who would China's friends be? What would the posts look like?

This lesson incorporates cooperative learning, research, and higher-level thinking skills.

Students will work together in cooperative groups to examine a pre-made Facebook of China and then will work together to create their own. Students learn through exploration.

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Take your World History students on a comprehensive journey from Prehistory to Classical Civilizations with this mega bundle of interactive resources. Perfect for both teaching and reviewing key concepts in early human history, this bundle is packed with a variety of engaging activities.

Topics covered in this bundle:

  1. Prehistory
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  4. The Roman Empire
  5. Vocabulary Review
  6. Projects and Activities for any unit!

Product Overview: This bundle includes a wide variety of activities to suit different learning styles and classroom needs:

  • Interactive Reading Lessons: Explore historical texts and topics with guided questions and activities.
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  • Worksheets & Notes: Comprehensive resources for classwork and homework.
  • Projects & Research Assignments: Encourage deeper investigation into historical topics.
  • Crossword Puzzles & Word Searches: Reinforce vocabulary and key concepts in a fun, engaging way.
  • Classroom Games: Interactive games that make learning history exciting.
  • Detailed Teacher Guides: Easy-to-follow guides for smooth lesson implementation.
  • Answer Keys & Rubrics: Simplify grading and provide clear expectations for students.
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Medieval Europe, Castle Defense & Siege Warfare Activities and slide decks

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Transform your middle school students knowledge of medieval castle defenses and attack strategies with this dynamic, no-prep resource designed to engage your history students. These activity-driven worksheets, paired with a detailed PowerPoint presentation and online research resources explores the changes in castle defensive strategies in response to advancements in siege warfare. Students will analyze historical castle types and complete an in-depth table summarizing key military innovations, defensive strategies, and the features that made each generation of castles more formidable than the last.

How to Use These Resources:

  • Introduce the Topic: Use the PowerPoint presentations to visually explain the evolution of medieval castles and siege warfare.
  • Student Note-taking: Encourage students to fill in the accompanying interactive worksheets during the PowerPoint to reinforce learning.
  • Group Activity: Have students collaborate in pairs or small groups to design their own castles or siege plans using the Design Your Own Castle or Siege Plan activity.
  • Marking Key: Use the provided marking key to check for accuracy in student answers.
  • Class Discussion: Lead a classroom discussion using the comprehension questions to deepen understanding of historical concepts and strategies.
  • Lesson Wrap-up: Run the Siege Warfare Simulation as a competitive activity to allow students to apply what they've learned in a strategic, hands-on experience.

PowerPoint Presentations

  1. Defending a Medieval Castle (editable):
  • Covers strategic defensive features such as concentric walls, round towers, moats, and curtain walls.
  • Explores key defense tactics like using portcullises, drawbridges, murder holes, and battlements.
  • Provides detailed visuals explaining the layout of medieval castles and their evolution.
  • Discusses active defense strategies such as loophole defense, constant assault, and fire grappling​(Defending-a-Medieval-Ca…).
  1. Attacking and Defending a Castle (editable):
  • A comprehensive guide to both the offensive and defensive sides of medieval warfare.
  • Covers siege tactics such as mining, battering rams, trebuchets, and siege towers.
  • Includes examples of historical sieges and the strategies used in successful and unsuccessful assaults​(Attacking-and-Defending…).

Interactive Worksheets

  • Medieval Siege: Attacking and Defending a Castle:
    • Focuses on key siege tactics, including the use of trebuchets, catapults, and undermining​(Learning resources copy).
    • Word bank activities to reinforce key terminology and concepts about castle defenses and siege warfare.
    • Features questions designed to test students' understanding of defensive structures and siege techniques, encouraging them to analyze historical examples​(Learning resources copy).

Design Your Own Castle or Siege Plan Activity

  • Castle Defense:

    • Students are given 50 points to design their own castle, choosing between options like a hilltop location, concentric walls, round towers, and various defensive features.
    • Encourages students to reflect on how different features work together to create a strong defense​(Learning resources copy).
  • Siege Plan:

    • In a complementary activity, students spend points to plan a siege attack, selecting strategies such as trebuchets, battering rams, mining, and psychological warfare​(Learning resources copy).

Lesson Plan: Siege Warfare Simulation

  • A hands-on classroom activity where students work in groups as either attackers or defenders to strategize, simulate, and calculate the outcomes of their siege plans.
  • Incorporates critical thinking and strategic planning to mirror historical siege warfare​(Learning resources copy).

Comprehension Questions

  • A detailed set of questions testing students' knowledge of medieval castle defenses and siege strategies, encouraging deeper reflection and analysis of historical events​(Learning resources copy).

Common Core Outcomes

  • Reading: Integration of knowledge and ideas (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7).
  • Social Studies: Analyzing historical events and their connection to the present (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.7).

Australian Curriculum Links and Codes:

  • The way of life in Medieval Europe (social, cultural, economic and political features) and the roles and relationships of different groups in society (ACDSEH008)
  • Continuity and change in society in ONE of the following areas: crime and punishment; military and defence systems; towns, cities and commerce (ACDSEH051)

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Engage your students year-round with our captivating "Fun Holiday-Themed Activities Bundle! - Social Studies | U.S. & World History!" This comprehensive collection currently features 20 best-selling activities designed to infuse your social studies curriculum with excitement and fun across various seasons and holidays. Check out what's included below!

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By Yugen Learning

Engage your students with this immersive, no-prep Castle Research Task, activity worksheet for middle and high school students is designed to bring the grandeur and complexity of medieval castles to life! This research-based activity prompts students to explore the architecture, purpose, and historical significance of medieval castles. By diving deep into the design and features of castles, students will develop a richer understanding of how these structures played a central role in medieval life. Perfect for lessons on medieval Europe, this task encourages independent research, critical thinking, and effective communication as students present their findings.

What’s Included:

  • 7 page introductory editable slide deck
  • Castle research Worksheet and extended question
  • Lesson plan

Skills Developed Through This Activity:

  • Research Skills: Students will gather information from various sources, developing key research competencies.
  • Critical Thinking: By analysing castle features and their importance in medieval society, students will deepen their historical understanding.
  • Historical Knowledge: Gaining insight into medieval architecture and the strategic role castles played in governance and defence.
  • Communication Skills: Students will practice presenting their findings clearly and confidently, fostering both written and verbal communication.

How to Use the Castle Research Task:

  1. Introduce Medieval Castles: Begin with a brief discussion or video clip to engage students in the importance of castles in medieval Europe.
  2. Research Assignment: Distribute the research task worksheet, where students will choose a castle or castle feature to explore.
  3. Research and Visuals: Allow students time to research, using the worksheet prompts to guide them through key aspects of castle life, architecture, and history. Encourage them to include a diagram or visual representation of their chosen castle or feature.
  4. Presentation Extension: Once students have completed their research, have them present their findings to the class, fostering public speaking skills.
  5. Reflection: Conclude with a class discussion about the variety of castles and how their design influenced medieval society.

This engaging and research-driven resource offers a comprehensive exploration of medieval castles while promoting independent learning, critical thinking, and historical analysis. Your students will love diving into the world of lords, knights, and fortresses!

Common Core Outcomes

  • Reading: Integration of knowledge and ideas (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.7).
  • Social Studies: Analyzing historical events and their connection to the present (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.7).

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  • The way of life in Medieval Europe (social, cultural, economic and political features) and the roles and relationships of different groups in society (ACDSEH008)
  • Continuity and change in society in ONE of the following areas: crime and punishment; military and defence systems; towns, cities and commerce (ACDSEH051)

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