The Middle Ages
Our first history unit will be the middle ages! We are going to examine what life was like during medieval times in Europe. This will be our first unit that is connected to your major project in March.
Before we jump into the Middle Ages, we will spend 2 classes discussing history and why we study it. We are going to work on thinking like historians and explore the 6 historical thinking concepts. We will also examine primary and secondary sources of information. Primary/Secondary source links: 1) Use the link below to complete the online lesson: https://www.historyonthenet.com/sources-online-lesson/ 2) Use the link below to complete your worksheet where you will be analyzing primary sources: http://www.loc.gov/teachers/classroommaterials/primarysourcesets/ |
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Powerpoint for the "Time period of the Middle Ages" activity:
time_periods_of_middle_ages_notes.ppt |
We will break the Middle Ages up into 3 time periods:
The Early Middle Ages: 476-1000 The High Middle Ages: 1000-1300 The Late Middle Ages: 1300-1500 Notes/assignments: (My power points are too large to upload.. I am working on fixing this.) |
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time_periods_of_middle_ages_notes.ppt |
time_periods_of_middle_ages_chart_organizer.doc |
early_middle_ages_notes.docx |
high_middle_ages_notes.docx |
charlemagne.docx |
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Minecraft Building Assignment
In groups of 3-4, you are going to build some sort of medieval building! It could be part of a medieval castle, or maybe a house on a manor in the countryside. Keep in mind you will have 2 full classes (just over 2 hours) to build your project. Some ideas that you could use for your building:
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The Church and the Crusades
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Crusades Mapping Assignment
Use the following maps and info sheets to complete your Crusades mapping assignment.
Use the following maps and info sheets to complete your Crusades mapping assignment.
the_crusades_map_assignment.docx |
crusades_1.pdf |
crusades_2.pdf |
crusades_2.pdf |
crusades_3.pdf |
Note-taking assignment
You are going to practice your note-taking/summarizing skills with this assignment.
Choose and read one of the articles provided. Choose the "challenge level" you wish to attempt. If you choose one and realize its too easy or hard, move up or down one in difficulty. But do try to challenge yourself- its how you grow. For the article you select, you will write out a summary/page of notes that compiles the main ideas/important facts from the article. This can be completed on paper or in a word document.
•Read through the whole article first!!
•Identify the important information
•Keep your notes organized with headings/sub-headings
•You can use point form and put things into your own words
Article Selection:
•Light challenge- http://medievaleurope.mrdonn.org/effects_of_the_crusades.html
•Medium Challenge- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crusades#Legacy
•Hard Challenge- https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/world-history/medieval-times/medieval/a/the-impact-of-the-crusades-4-of-4
You are going to practice your note-taking/summarizing skills with this assignment.
Choose and read one of the articles provided. Choose the "challenge level" you wish to attempt. If you choose one and realize its too easy or hard, move up or down one in difficulty. But do try to challenge yourself- its how you grow. For the article you select, you will write out a summary/page of notes that compiles the main ideas/important facts from the article. This can be completed on paper or in a word document.
•Read through the whole article first!!
•Identify the important information
•Keep your notes organized with headings/sub-headings
•You can use point form and put things into your own words
Article Selection:
•Light challenge- http://medievaleurope.mrdonn.org/effects_of_the_crusades.html
•Medium Challenge- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crusades#Legacy
•Hard Challenge- https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/world-history/medieval-times/medieval/a/the-impact-of-the-crusades-4-of-4
Magna Carta and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Basic Challenge
Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms:
1.Find 2 passages from the article you like/understand.
2.Write the passage down in your note book exactly as you find it.
3.Explain how your life as a Canadian citizen might be different without this freedom. (3-4 sentences for each passage)
http://publications.gc.ca/collections/Collection/CH37-4-3-2002E.pdf
Advanced Challenge
Magna Carta
1.Find a passage you like/understand from the magna carta.
2.Write the passage down in your note book exactly as you find it.
3.Explain what kind of unfair actions or behaviors of the King this passage would prevent him from doing. (3-4 sentences)
https://www.bl.uk/magna-carta/articles/magna-carta-english-translation
Black Death Webquest
Use the website link provided to complete your webquest handout:
www.bbc.com/bitesize/guides/z7r7hyc/revision/1
We are going to work on developing our study skills for our upcoming quiz. You will be creating a set of flashcards (online or paper copy), as well as highlighting/reviewing your notes .
Website for online flashcards:
www.brainscape.com
Website for online flashcards:
www.brainscape.com
You will need to make a free account using your e-mail