An updated version with answers in the notes section of the slide show. Merry Christmas !

Lesson consolidates information and questions how this marked the end of Feudalism. Lower level but adaptable. See part two.

Illustrated version of the sonnet for revision/adaptation etc.

Lesson uses this question to guide a class debate about domestic animals. Surveys, discussion points and an amusing clip included. Kids loved the lesson as it homes in on something very personal.

Lesson asking students to argue/persuade. Are school meals value for money/tasty ? Alternative meals from other countries as inspiration.

Revision exercise on the main events of 1066. Students create newspaper reports. Print out on A3 paper for best results.

Slideshow of the poem for convenience.

Lesson stimulates controversial conversation about gender assigned roles in life. No answers to this, only discussion. Requires a firm hand and a willing class with clear guidelines on how to debate.

Brief outline of lesson comparing winter 1963 with current weather. Students can draw on their experiences and interview those who remember The Big Freeze.

Illustrated slide show of the poem. One surprise at the end. Useful for introduction or revision. Did you know....?

How to weigh an elephant with bathroom scales Problem solving lesson with focus on creative solutions to a weighty issue. Solution included.

Students are given a problem to solve. Are two brains better than one ? Answer to problem included on slides. ( 3 litre/5 litre problem..illustrated).

Poem slide show with illustrations. Useful for revision or introduction to the poem.

lesson asks students to examine the good/bad points about becoming old.. could be deep questioning or lighter.depends on adaptation. Some feedback please!

Short Lesson on St.George and in particular how his Feast Day is celebrated in Barcelona.

Students view slides and decide how poor literacy impacts on the public. They correct the errors and decide if being literate and accurate has an impact on how they are perceived by others. ALL ERRORS ON THE SLIDES ARE DELIBERATE ! See also PART TWO.

Students compare two historic eruptions.Create fact files, watch clips, present Venn diagram. Lasts two lessons.

Ten ready to use ideas on ensuring you cover a Literacy aspect in your lesson. No effort required at all. All spelling errors etc are deliberate and form part of the challenge for students.

illustrated slide-show of the sonnet with italics to help understanding. Do give feedback if useful !

Lesson guides students through a series of slides which highlight good manners in the UK. Adaptable and with a final task. Great for discussion and debate.