Normans L2 - Battle of Stamford Bridge

This lesson contains:
A starter to recap who the main contenders for the throne were in 1066.
An introduction to the battle including a decision discussion as to what Harold should do, stop William or stop Harald first.
An animated slide showing the viking invasion and Harold meeting the threat.
A YouTube video about Stamford Bridge with a follow up activity for students to use the information provided to answer the questions. The questions are on the board but can also be stuck in to help speed weaker students.
A discussion of what to do after the battle now that William's wind has changed and he can attack. Students discuss what might happen next.
A final task to do a storyboard with the six most important events of the conflict so far.
 
Attachments:
1 x Powerpoint Presentation
2 x Word Files