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Medieval Mathematicians and Whimsical Windows
Third graders demonstrate their mathematical knowledge of symmetry and reflection using congruent geometric shapes while working as an artist and mathematician looking at a medieval-styled stained glass window.
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Castle Blue Eagle
Sixth graders read the legend of King Arthur. They complete comprehension activities and research life in the Middle Ages. In groups, 6th graders complete several projects including making shields, crowns, and stained glass art designs.
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Social Studies: Medieval and Contemporary Class Structures
Pupils discuss and compare contemporary class systems with those of the Middle Ages. They explore Websites on HyperStudio stack and review art and music of the Middle Ages. In groups, students design and draw castles reflecting manor life.
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Sworn to Serve
Seventh graders explore the structure of the feudal system. In this world history lesson, 7th graders examine medieval history as they collaborate to prepare for a small group presentations regarding the feudal system.
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Swords, Arrows, and Eggs
Pupils enjoy hands-on learning experiences. In this current events lesson, students may visit the Lulworth Castle, Roald Dahl Museum, Glasgow Science Centre, Salts Mill, or the Sherwood Forest online or in-person to discover details of...
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The Crusades
Tenth graders examine and discuss the crusades led by the Christian world against Muslims between the XI and XIV centuries. They view authentic paintings, contemporary photographs, timelines, and maps online.
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Horsepower: Harnessed for War
Pupils explore the technology of war. In this war technology lesson, students research the fighting styles of the Vikings, the Normans, and Medieval Knights.
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William Wallace
In this world history worksheet, students read a brief history about William Wallace, the Guardian of Scotland. Following this story, students construct a timeline to show the key events in the life and times of Scotland's hero. They...
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Dress in the 14th Century
In this history worksheet, students explore the clothing styles of the 14th century. Students draw a picture of a knight or a girl. They answer questions about various items of clothing.
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What's This?: Mythic Creatures
Fantastic beasts, and where to find them, are featured in a resource that offers images of real animals that just might have given rise to some of mythic creatures of legend.
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The Early Middle Ages
The Middle Ages provide a variety of interesting ways for students to study history.
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Feudalism
Students have tournaments in teams after learning information about The Middle Ages. In this Middle Ages lesson plan, students learn that tournaments are mock battles, but that they will have these battles by answering questions in teams...
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Back in Time - Next Stop the Middle Ages
Students are introduced to the Middle Ages through Powerpoint presentations and books. During the presentations students work on various reading skills by reading made up papers about the Middle Ages detailing certain events in history.
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Dragon Unscramble
In this dragon worksheet, students practice unscrambling ten words related to dragons. Students check their answers when completed.