Key to... Britain’s settlement by Anglo-Saxons and Scots

Developed by history specialist Stuart Tiffany (Mr. T Does History), this comprehensive resource aligns with the National Curriculum for KS2 History and encourages students to investigate and understand the Anglo-Saxon and Scottish settlements in Britain.

Key Learning Areas:

• Historical Concepts: Students will explore core historical ideas such as continuity and change, cause and consequence, similarity and difference, and significance, which will help them frame questions and develop structured accounts, including written narratives and analyses.
• Key Topics:
  • The Arrival of the Angles, Saxons, and Jutes: How these groups impacted Britain following the decline of the Roman Empire and the withdrawal of Roman legions.
  • The Christianisation of Britain: The conversion to Christianity, key sites of religious significance, and the spread of the faith across Britain.
  • Saxon and Viking Connections: Understanding the link between the Saxon and Viking periods.

Engaging Activities and Worksheets:

Students will delve into activities designed to foster a deeper understanding of Anglo-Saxon Britain, including:

• Saxon Social Classes: Investigating the different roles and responsibilities in Anglo-Saxon society.
• Evidence from Archaeology: Examining the famous Anglo-Saxon sites like Sutton Hoo, the Staffordshire Hoard, and West Stow.
• Primary Sources: Analyzing the poem "The Ruin", which depicts a city after Roman withdrawal, alongside secondary sources.
• The Viking Raid on Lindisfarne: Investigating the infamous Viking raid and its impact.

Skills Development:

Students will build skills in:

• Sequencing History: Using terms such as duration, interval, and concurrence to describe historical periods.
• Using Historical Vocabulary: Learning key terms and vocabulary associated with the Anglo-Saxon and Scottish periods.
• Making Comparisons: Comparing different historical periods and drawing conclusions from evidence.
• Understanding Religion: Identifying the role of Christianity and religion in the daily lives of the Anglo-Saxons and Scots.

What’s Included:

• Planning Leaflet: Comprehensive guidance on how to deliver the lessons.
• Worksheets and Activities: Engaging, hands-on activities for students to complete.
• Video Links: Resources to enrich the learning experience.
• Suggested Activities: Ideas for classroom activities to deepen understanding.

This unit provides everything you need to effectively teach Britain’s settlement by the Anglo-Saxons and Scots. It’s designed to help your students understand historical events, make connections between periods, and draw meaningful conclusions using evidence.

Get ready to deliver engaging KS2 history lessons today!