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Silver author! Head of History and Head of KS5 Humanities at an outstanding secondary school. I have experience teaching History, Geography, and Philosophy at KS3, and History at GCSE and A Level, with the occasional dabble in Ancient History and Latin. I also have experience teaching EPQ and PSHE. I am a Specialist Leader in Education for Primary History, teacher training mentor, and History subject knowledge tutor.

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Silver author! Head of History and Head of KS5 Humanities at an outstanding secondary school. I have experience teaching History, Geography, and Philosophy at KS3, and History at GCSE and A Level, with the occasional dabble in Ancient History and Latin. I also have experience teaching EPQ and PSHE. I am a Specialist Leader in Education for Primary History, teacher training mentor, and History subject knowledge tutor.
GCSE Germany | Stresemann
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GCSE Germany | Stresemann

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For teaching Edexcel GCSE 9-1 Weimar and Nazi Germany 1918-1939 The Weimar Republic How far had the Weimar Republic recovered from its earlier problems 1919-1923? Students will look at the the main work and achievements of Gustav Stresemann - focussing on his economic and foreign policy and assess how successfully this ‘fixed’ the Weimar Republic. This lesson includes: Gustav Stresemann source analysis (Gustav as an angel - my favourite source!) Who was Gustav Stresemann - his aims and objectives Economic recovery (Rentenmark, Dawes Plan, Young Plan) International recovery (Locano Pact, League of Nations, Kellog-Briand Pact) Also included: Accompanying work booklet to the lesson, with a wide range of fun activities! 20 question quiz plus answers based on the lesson Please review if you purchase, and check out my other Weimar and Nazi Germany resources.
WW1 Medicine for KS3
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WW1 Medicine for KS3

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Whole lesson plus resources needed for teaching Medicine on the Western Front for KS3! This is perfect for introducing Medicine Through Time to KS3 ready for GCSE. How effectively were medical problems dealt with on the Western Front? This lesson was used as a taster lesson for Year 9 who were thinking of taking GCSE (we study Edexcel Medicine Through Time 9-1). Students have some wow factor moments, differentiated source work, and videos! This is a really popular lesson. Feedback is welcome.
What are Ultimate Questions?
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What are Ultimate Questions?

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KS3 Philosophy and Ethics - Lesson 1 of the ‘What Big Questions are there?’ Scheme of Work. This lesson looks at ‘What are Ultimate Questions’? This lesson introduces Ultimate Questions. By the end of the lesson, students will be able to: Formulate ultimate questions and explain how they may relate to religion. Describe ultimate questions and describe how they are related to religion. Understand what an ultimate question is. No worksheets needed - always a bonus! Ready to download and teach straight away. Feedback is welcome, please check out the rest of my lessons in the ‘What Big Questions are there?’
Hitler Youth Opposition Groups
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Hitler Youth Opposition Groups

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This whole lesson plus activities and resources looks at Hitler Youth Opposition Groups (Edelweiss Pirates, Swing Youth and White Rose) using a variety video clips and tasks. Includes optional source work for high ability students or perfect for a top set class! Suitable for 11-14s. Please check out my other Hitler Youth resources, feedback is welcome.
GCSE Germany | Ruhr Crisis and Hyperinflation
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GCSE Germany | Ruhr Crisis and Hyperinflation

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For teaching Edexcel GCSE 9-1 Weimar and Nazi Germany 1918-1939 The Weimar Republic To what extent did the Ruhr Crisis and hyperinflation threaten the Weimar government? Students will look at the causes and effects of the Ruhr Crisis and hyperinflation in Weimar Germany in 1923. This lesson includes: Retrieval task starter (describe, define, date, detail) Causes of the Ruhr Crisis Consequences of the French and Belgian invasion of the Ruhr (hyperinflation) Challenges of 1923 summary Source analysis practice for the Ruhr Crisis and hyperinflation Introduction to interpretations for Paper 3 (what is the main difference… 4 marks) Also included: Accompanying work booklet to the lesson, with a wide range of fun activities! 20 question quiz plus answers based on the lesson 12 mark explain why exam style question with AfL sheet Please review if you purchase, and check out my other Weimar and Nazi Germany resources.
Medicine Through Time DISPLAY
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Medicine Through Time DISPLAY

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All of the resources needed for a Medicine Through Time display (made for GCSE Edexcel 9-1). Includes: Dates Key people Key discoveries Factors This will look great in any classroom! Feedback is welcome.
EPQ: Choosing a topic
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EPQ: Choosing a topic

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For teaching the EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) Level 3. This lesson goes through how to choose a topic for the EPQ: How to research your project Making informed decision on what to research Study skills including research, plagiarism and referencing Feedback is welcome, please review if you purchase!
History of Christmas WHOLE LESSON!
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History of Christmas WHOLE LESSON!

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A whole lesson including ALL RESOURCES needed for teaching a History of Christmas. Can be used for Primary or Secondary! Suitable for KS2 or KS3! Perfect for the final week of the school term before the Christmas holidays! Students use the information sheets provided to find out about how Christmas was celebrated through time, all the way from the Neolithic to the Victorian Age, including; When it was celebrated Food and drink Activities and traditions Presents Absolutely perfect for a fun lesson but still educational! Activities are also differentiated for low and high achievers. Even includes a ‘find the word’ word-search as a starter. Please review if you purchase!
GCSE Germany | Origins of the Weimar Republic
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GCSE Germany | Origins of the Weimar Republic

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For teaching Edexcel GCSE 9-1 Weimar and Nazi Germany 1918-1939 The Weimar Republic The Origins of the Weimar Republic: Was the Weimar Republic doomed from the start? This is the first lesson in the Weimar and Nazi Germany GCSE scheme of work. Students will look at the origins of the Weimar Republic including: The legacy of WW1 Origins of the Weimar Republic The abdication of the Kaiser, the armistice and revolution (1918–19) Did the new constitution strengthen the new Weimar Republic? Also included: Accompanying work booklet to the lesson, with a wide range of fun activities! 20 question quiz plus answers based on the lesson An introduction to Paper 3 - included a ‘crib sheet’ on how to answer each of the exam questions Please review if you purchase, and check out my other Weimar and Nazi Germany resources.
Did the universe begin with the Big Bang?
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Did the universe begin with the Big Bang?

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KS3 Philosophy and Ethics - Lesson 4 of the Science and Religion SoW. This lesson looks at ‘Did the universe begin with the Big Bang’? In this lesson students will consider the scientific explanation for the origins of the universe. Students will be able to: Describe what the Big Bang is and why scientists think the Big Bang is important. Explain three pieces of evidence for the Big Bang happening. State three problems with the Big Bang theory. All resources included! Feedback is welcome, please check out the rest of my lessons in the Science and Religion Scheme of Work!
GCSE Germany | Hitler becomes Chancellor
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GCSE Germany | Hitler becomes Chancellor

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For teaching Edexcel GCSE 9-1 Weimar Republic and Nazi Germany 1918-1939 Hitler’s Rise to Power How did Hitler become Chancellor? This lesson looks at the events preceding Hitler becoming Chancellor, and who was most to blame for this happening. This lesson includes; Timeline of key events Inference question Source analysis (Von Papen and Hindenburg lifting Hitler up) - complete with breakdown of content, provenance and own knowledge! This lesson also includes an in-depth explanation on how to answer the interpretations questions for Paper 3 (3b, 3c and 3d) using an ‘I do, We do, You do’ worksheet which was used at a whole school CPD as an exemplar worksheet for how to effectively demonstrate worked examples and scaffolding! Also included: Accompanying work booklet to the lesson, with a wide range of fun activities! Please review if you purchase, and check out my other Weimar and Nazi Germany resources.
GCSE Elizabeth | Queen, Government & Religion REVISION
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GCSE Elizabeth | Queen, Government & Religion REVISION

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For teaching Edexcel GCSE 9-1 Early Elizabethan England 1558-1588 Key Topic 1 Queen, Government and Religion This a revision work booklet designed for two hours covering Queen, Government and Religion. This work booklet includes a range of activities, including multiple-choice quizzes, fill in the gap, card sorts and videos (all hyperlinked). No additional resources are needed! Answers are included in the ‘notes’ section at the bottom of the slide, as well as any links to videos. The topics covered are: Elizabethan society Elizabeth’s problems Religious division in 1558 Challenges to the Religious Settlement Why was Mary, Queen of Scots important? Execution of Mary, Queen of Scots Please review if you purchase, and check out my other GCSE Early Elizabethan England resources.
Careers in History Display
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Careers in History Display

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This file includes pictures for a careers in history display. It includes; Images of famous people with their degree and job, Labels of different careers, Types of history degree, Jobs in history Please review if you purchase, and check out my other displays!
Holocaust: Warsaw Ghetto
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Holocaust: Warsaw Ghetto

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For teaching 11-14s Holocaust This lesson looks at 'What was life like in the Warsaw Ghetto?' Students will start by looking at what is a ghetto and their locations across occupied Europe. This also includes a timeline of how the ghettos came to be. Students will then look in depth at the Warsaw Ghetto by watching a series of videos by Yad Visham on YouTube. They will also look at a letter written from Warsaw Ghetto and complete one of three differentiated tasks! Finally students will write their own letter from the Warsaw Ghetto describing what life was like. This lesson is differentiated for all students in your class, and includes all resources needed. Minimal resources needed - perfect for even setting as cover! Feedback is welcome, and please check out my other Holocaust lessons and materials.
GCSE Germany | Weimar Republic Golden Age
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GCSE Germany | Weimar Republic Golden Age

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For teaching Edexcel GCSE 9-1 Weimar and Nazi Germany 1918-1939 The Weimar Republic To what extent did the Weimar Republic have a ‘Golden Age’ 1924-1929? Students will look at the ‘Golden Age’ of the Weimar Republic, focusing on the significant changes in culture, the standard of living and the position of women. This lesson covers: What was the Golden Age? Why was there a Golden Age? How did the standard of living change? The changes for women Changes in culture (art, architecture, film) plus opposition to these changes Overall, how much of a ‘Golden Age’ was this period? Also included: Accompanying work booklet to the lesson, with a wide range of fun activities! 20 question quiz plus answers based on the lesson 3 interpretations to practice ‘what is the main view of the interpretation’ question, plus and inference question! Please review if you purchase, and check out my other Weimar and Nazi Germany resources.
Why did the Schlieffen Plan fail?
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Why did the Schlieffen Plan fail?

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Suitable for teaching 11-14s WW1 - Why did the Schlieffen Plan fail? Whole lesson plus all worksheets, this lesson looks at why the Schlieffen Plan failed. It encourages students to come up with their own plan in how to beat France and Russia, and then looks at the source ‘Bravo, Belgium’ for an explanation as to why it failed. The plenary asks students to decide what is the most important reason the plan failed. Please review if you purchase, and check out my other WW1 resources.
How can religion answer Big Questions?
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How can religion answer Big Questions?

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KS3 Philosophy and Ethics - Lesson 5 of the ‘What Big Questions are there?’ Scheme of Work. This lesson looks at 'Can religion answer the Big Questions? This lesson looks at why does God allow suffering and how religion may be able to answer some of life’s big questions. By the end of the lesson, students will be able to: Judge which reason you believe has the strongest argument and explain your personal view about why bad things happen. Explain with examples different reasons God allows bad things to happen. Consider reasons why God allows bad things to happen. Feedback is welcome, please check out the rest of my lessons in the ‘What Big Questions are there?’
Weapons of WW1
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Weapons of WW1

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An interactive lesson for teaching 11-14s on the weapons of WW1. Students make their own Top Trump cards about 7 weapons (ranging from tanks, rifles and zeppelins), using the differentiated information sheets! All worksheets are provided - including the information sheets and the template for the Top Trumps. I printed the Top Trump templates onto cards and students were then able to play them in lesson, and take them home to share with family! Students really enjoyed this lesson and they gained an excellent understanding of the weapons. Please review if you purchase and check out my other resources.