History

Research 

Research a historic figure (e.g. William the Conqueror, Henry VIII or Florence Nightingale) and present how their life was important on a double page spread or in a fact file. 

History Detective – Children are given a mystery object (photo) and they can research what it might be, when it may have been used and by whom. 

Create 

Create a piece of art influenced by an artist from the past (e.g. Leonardo Da Vinci, Vincent Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo). 

Create a time capsule including items which show what life is like for you (e.g. a photo of your family/pets, a letter about you, something you have made, a list of prices for food). 

Oracy 

History Debate: “Was life better in (Roman/Victorian/WW2) times than it is today?” Prepare arguments for and against the idea of living during the past and now. 

Historical News Report – Work in pairs or groups to create a news report on a major historical event (Great Fire of London, The Blitz, The Titanic).

Research

Research the Magna Carta to understand why it is so important:

Magna Carta | The Story of Britain | BBC Teach - YouTube

Write a review of one of the books you have read from the History reading list OR one of the films / series you have watched.

Create

Make your own medieval inspired stained glass window.

Create your own family tree. How far can you go back?

Oracy

Homeschool History - The Battle of Hastings - BBC Sounds

Write a speech arguing what you believe to be the most important historical moment ever.

Research

Conduct research on World War I and make a simple fact file.

Be sure to include key dates, countries, alliances, battles and weapons.

Explore this database of Holocaust stories: Identification Cards | Holocaust Encyclopedia (ushmm.org)

Make notes in your history book - what can you learn from these accounts about the Holocaust?

Create

Create a convincing propaganda poster encouraging soldiers to enlist in the army for World War I.

It can be produced on paper, or on your iPad.

Create a detailed timeline of the key events of the Russian Revolution.

You may want to include drawings/images.

Oracy

Write and then record a speech on a topic of your choice.

Suggestions: The most significant battle/weapon of World War I, the importance and impact of the Russian Revolution and why it is important we remember the Holocaust.

Discuss with your family/friends something that has interested you in history.

What is their opinion on the issue? Do they agree with you?

Research 

Culture in the Weimar Republic. Conduct further research into culture in the Weimar Republic and produce a fact file. Your fact file should include: Fashion, architecture, cinema, literature, art and attitudes to women. Useful link: Weimar culture and the reputation for decadence - Weimar recovery and Stresemann, 1924-1929 - AQA - GCSE History Revision - AQA - BBC Bitesize

Who was Adolf Hitler? Conduct detailed research into the life of Adolf Hitler, between the years of 1889-1919. This should include his family life, education, interests and his participation in World War 1. Create a detailed timeline of key events from your research.

Create 

Life in Nazi Germany diary task: Using what you’ve learned about Germany under the Nazis, or through conducting research, create a first-person diary from the point of view of a German citizen living under Nazi rule. The diary should include multiple entries and include key events or facts that you’ve learnt about. It should also include how you feel about living under Nazi rule. Consider what kind of person you’ll be writing from the point of view of – A nazi supporter? A business owner? A communist? A minority group? You can write in your exercise book, or type on your iPad.

Documentary – Write a script for a documentary titled: How did Hitler come to power in 1933? Your script should include lots of facts and be presented in an engaging and accessible way. You may want to record this on your iPad and use pictures and video clips.

Oracy 

Speech -  Write an engaging speech on this question: Why is resistance important? Try to use as many examples from your learning as possible. When complete, make sure your present your speech to somebody – this could be your history teacher. 

Speech -  Write an engaging speech on this question: What was the most significant event of World War II? Try to use as many examples from your learning as possible. When complete, make sure your present your speech to somebody – this could be your history teacher.

Research

Watch some online university lectures on your A-Level modules.

Share the links with your teacher and classmates and then have a class discussion on the lecture.

Research life in post-war Britain.

Use these short mini-documentaries as your starting point.

Create

Podcast - Create your own podcast or TedTalk on a topic of your choice.

Create a KS3 history lunchtime club to run for a term.

Oracy

Film review - Write a film review on a historical movie of your choice – how factual was it?

Listen to You're Dead to Me: LGBTQ+ History (BBC Sounds)