Learning objective
- To explore the features of Viking longboats.
Success criteria
- I can identify
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National curriculum
History
The National curriculum for history
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Cross-curricular links
Design and technology
When designing and
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Display the Presentation: Odd one out. Arrange the children in pairs and ask them to read the statements about the Vikings and discuss which they think is the odd one out, giving reasons why.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could use the supporting resource Activity: Features of a longboat when sketching the most important feature; should have the Presentation: How did the Vikings travel? slides 2 and 3 displayed when creating their information card.
Pupils working at greater depth
Could investigate the engineering features of a slow-moving vessel, such as a narrowboat and identify if the design requirements and challenges faced might differ from those of a Viking ship.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: identifying the features of
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Vocabulary definitions
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engineer
Someone who designs or builds a machine or engine.
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hull
The body of a ship or boat.
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In this unit
Assessment – History Y4: Were the Vikings raiders, traders or settlers?
Lesson 1: Who were the Vikings and why did they come to Britain?
Lesson 2: What do we know about the Vikings?
Lesson 3: How did the Vikings travel?
Lesson 4: Were the Vikings raiders or traders?
Lesson 5: What were the consequences of the Anglo-Saxon and Vikings' struggle for Britain?
Lesson 6: What was Viking life in Britain like?
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 23rd May, 2024
