Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will have a better understanding of the Tudor times, including key events, important figures, and daily life during that period.
Materials and Prep
- Pen and paper
- Access to the internet for research
- Curiosity and enthusiasm to learn about history
Activities
- Tudor Timeline: Create a timeline of key events during the Tudor period, such as the reigns of Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, and the Spanish Armada. Include illustrations and short descriptions for each event.
- Design a Coat of Arms: Learn about the significance of coats of arms in Tudor times and design your own family coat of arms. Include symbols that represent your family values and interests.
- Tudor Fashion Show: Research Tudor fashion and create paper dolls dressed in Tudor clothing. Present a fashion show to showcase the different styles worn by nobles, peasants, and monarchs.
Talking Points
- Life in Tudor Times: "During the Tudor period, people lived in houses made of timber frames and wattle and daub. Most people were farmers, and the nobility lived in grand manor houses."
- Henry VIII: "King Henry VIII is known for having six wives and for breaking away from the Roman Catholic Church to create the Church of England. His reign had a significant impact on English history."
- Elizabeth I: "Queen Elizabeth I, also known as the Virgin Queen, ruled England during a period of cultural flourishing known as the Elizabethan era. She never married and was a strong and influential monarch."
- Tudor Entertainment: "Entertainment in Tudor times included plays by William Shakespeare, bear-baiting, and jousting tournaments. The Globe Theatre was a popular venue for plays during this period."
- Tudor Exploration: "Explorers like Sir Francis Drake and Sir Walter Raleigh were prominent figures during the Tudor period. They undertook voyages to explore new lands and establish English colonies."