Taking KS2 - The Tudors Outdoors

Understanding when and why the Tudor period occurred

LO: To understand when and why the Tudor period occurred within British History.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

To continue to develop a chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of British, local and world history, establishing clear narratives within and across the periods they study.

During this outdoor lesson your children will get active and have fun taking part in recreating the famous War of the Roses. They’ll also have the opportunity to get creative, using natural resources to make the Tudor Rose, while learning more about the context behind its creation!

Recognising the significance of Henry VIII’s reign

LO: To recognise the significance of Henry VIII’s reign.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

To address and devise historically valid questions about change, cause, similarity and difference, and significance.
To construct informed responses that involve thoughtful selection and organisation of relevant historical information.
To understand how our knowledge of the past is constructed from a range of sources.

The activities included in this outdoor lesson focus on the different stages of Henry VIII’s life. Your children will not only take a closer look at how Henry VIII was portrayed, but also collaborate to create palaces he commissioned during his reign and the way he dealt with crime.

Understanding the roles of Henry VIII’s six wives

LO: To understand the roles of Henry VIII’s six wives.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

To develop a chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of British, local and world history, establishing clear narratives within and across the periods they study.
To note connections, contrasts and trends over time and develop the appropriate use of historical terms.

Deepen your children’s understanding of Henry VIII’s six wives, taking a closer look at each marriage through activities that involve physical movement and teamwork to build a narrative across his reign.

Understanding the significance of Elizabeth I’s reign

LO: To understand the significance of Elizabeth I’s reign.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

To address and devise historically valid questions about change, cause, similarity and difference, and significance.
To construct informed responses that involve thoughtful selection and organisation of relevant historical information.
To understand how our knowledge of the past is constructed from a range of sources.

During this outdoor lesson, your children will move into the Elizabethan era and begin to understand more about her reign. They’ll use sources of information to explore the Spanish Armada, and use natural loose parts to get creative in showcasing what they’ve learnt.

Recognising the key features of Tudor buildings

LO: To recognise the key features of Tudor buildings.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

To address and devise historically valid questions about change, cause, similarity and difference, and significance.
To construct informed responses that involve thoughtful selection and organisation of relevant historical information.
To understand how our knowledge of the past is constructed from a range of sources.

Use this outdoor lesson as an opportunity for your children to understand more about how Tudor houses were used as status symbols and their common features. They’ll learn to use historical sources to infer and will combine their learnt knowledge into their own Tudor house design.

Learning about Tudor entertainment and lifestyle

LO: To learn about Tudor entertainment and lifestyle.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

To address and devise historically valid questions about change, cause, similarity and difference, and significance.
To construct informed responses that involve thoughtful selection and organisation of relevant historical information.
To understand how our knowledge of the past is constructed from a range of sources.

Come together for an end of unit celebration looking at Tudor entertainment, lifestyle and pastimes. Your children will learn more about Tudor clothing, and get active through a variety of Tudor games and activities to help round off their knowledge about this time period and what life was like for Tudor children.

Mrs Davies

Amazing resources which have really helped our school be more confident in using the outdoor space to enhance the children's learning. Great, fun, easy to follow lesson plans, which link directly to the key objectives!

Sharon Taylan

The Alfresco planning hub is a fantastic resources with lesson that are easy to pick up and teach. I use them both as full lesson, lesson starters and intervention session for an LSA. Would highly recommend.

Karyn Weglarz

I am a member of the Planning Hub and I love the variety of lessons provided. Most lessons need only simple materials that I usually already have on hand. I love taking my students out with these lessons.

Amy McTague

Brilliant resources, easy to follow and adapt for learners, clear progression!

Laura Walton

The online planning hub is a lifesaver. I teach in KS1 and the children always ask when we are going outside and parents always say how excited the children are about their outdoor learning. It is exactly what I was looking for and have now been using it for several years. Thank you for such a brilliant resource!

KS2 - The Tudors

Understanding when and why the Tudor period occurred

LO: To understand when and why the Tudor period occurred within British History.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

Recognising the significance of Henry VIII’s reign

LO: To recognise the significance of Henry VIII’s reign.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

Understanding the roles of Henry VIII’s six wives

LO: To understand the roles of Henry VIII’s six wives.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

Understanding the significance of Elizabeth I’s reign

LO: To understand the significance of Elizabeth I’s reign.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

Recognising the key features of Tudor buildings

LO: To recognise the key features of Tudor buildings.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

Learning about Tudor entertainment and lifestyle

LO: To learn about Tudor entertainment and lifestyle.

National Curriculum Objectives covered:

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