Peasants, Princes and Pestilence
Develop children’s knowledge of 14th century England with our pre-planned Year 5 history project, Peasants, Princes and Pestilence. Our high-quality teaching resources help children learn about life in medieval times, including the effects and impact of the Black Death.
Project scope
Peasants, Princes and Pestilence provides a structured approach to History, outlining key subjects and topics including:
Art and design
Computing
Design and technology
English
Geography
History
Music
PE
Science
Topics covered
- History beyond 1066
- Health and hygiene
- The Black Death
- The feudal system
- Kings and Queens of England
- Knights
- The Peasants’ Revolt
What's included
Peasants, Princes and Pestilence is a comprehensive History project that boasts an array of essentials including:
- Knowledge Organiser
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