Magnificent Monarchs — Cornerstones curriculum project

Magnificent Monarchs

Year 2HistoryLegacy project

This project teaches children about the English and British monarchy from AD 871 to the present day. Using timelines, information about royal palaces, portraits and other historical sources, they build up an understanding of the monarchs and then research six of the most significant sovereigns.

Project scope

Magnificent Monarchs provides a structured approach to History, outlining key subjects and topics including:

Art and design

Computing

Design and technology

English

Geography

History

Maths

Topics covered

  • Historical vocabulary
  • English and British monarchy timeline
  • Hierarchy and power
  • Actions and impact
  • Significance
  • Alfred the Great
  • William the Conqueror
  • Henry VIII
  • Elizabeth I
  • Victoria
  • Elizabeth II

What's included

Magnificent Monarchs is a comprehensive History project that boasts an array of essentials including:

21 Lesson activities
73 Resources
  • English pack
  • Knowledge Organiser

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