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Overview: Delve into the history of the Women’s Suffrage Movement in the United States, highlighting the efforts to secure women’s voting rights culminating in the 19th Amendment. Activities: o Video Analysis: Watch a documentary on the suffrage movement, focusing on influential leaders like Susan B. Anthony and Alice Paul. o Timeline Organization: Sort key events from the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848 to the ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920. o Case Study: Examine Alice Paul’s role and strategies in the later stages of the suffrage movement, particularly her use of militant tactics.

Overview: Explore the development of the Labor Movement in the United States, focusing on its fight for better working conditions, wages, and rights through unionization and strikes. Activities: o Source Review: Examine the historical context of the Labor Movement with a focus on key figures like Samuel Gompers and events such as the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire. o Timeline Activity: Sequence important milestones in the history of the Labor Movement and their outcomes. o Research and Presentation: Choose a significant figure from the Labor Movement to research and present on, including their strategies and impacts.

Overview: Examine the Civil Rights Movement’s efforts to end racial discrimination and achieve equal rights for African Americans in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s. Activities: o Video Analysis: Watch and discuss videos about key events like the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the impact of figures such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. o Timeline Sorting: Organize key events of the Civil Rights Movement into chronological order using printable sort cards. o Case Studies: Analyze major legal changes such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, discussing their impact on society.

Overview: Explore the Interregnum, the period in British history when the monarchy was abolished and Oliver Cromwell ruled as Lord Protector. Activities: o Video Summary: Review Cromwell’s governance and the major reforms implemented during this period. o Timeline Organization: Sort events that outline the changes during the Interregnum, including religious, military, legal, and economic reforms. o Extended Writing: Evaluate Cromwell’s reforms and their impact on British society and governance.

Overview: Delve into the Renaissance, a period of profound cultural and intellectual growth that saw the revival of classical learning and major advancements in art, science, and thought. Activities: o Video Analysis: Study key Renaissance figures like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo and their contributions to art and science. o Timeline Sorting: Organize events to understand the chronological development of Renaissance ideas. o Deep Dive Writing: Analyse how Renaissance ideals like humanism and the rediscovery of classical knowledge reshaped Western thought.

Overview: Study the major Reformation thinkers and how their ideas transformed 15th and 16th-century Europe, leading to the establishment of Protestant churches. Activities: o Source Review: Watch a documentary about Martin Luther and the sale of indulgences that prompted the Reformation. o Timeline Activity: Sequence the key events of the Reformation. o Extended Writing: Discuss how the Reformation challenged established religious authorities and the resulting changes in European society.

Overview: Examine the British Women’s Suffrage Movement, highlighting its evolution from peaceful advocacy to militant actions, and its success in achieving voting rights for women. Activities: o Video Analysis: Watch videos on the suffrage movement, focusing on key figures like Emmeline Pankhurst and Emily Davison. o Timeline Sorting: Organize timeline cards detailing significant milestones in the suffrage movement. o Case Study: Explore the life and actions of Emily Davison, her role in the movement, and the impact of her dramatic protest.

Overview: Examine the development of British democracy through significant reforms like the Reform Acts and the Representation of the People Acts, which expanded voting rights and reformed parliamentary representation. Activities: o Video Analysis: Understand the historical context and impact of each major reform on British democracy. o Timeline Activity: Sequence the reforms that contributed to the development of modern British democratic structures. o Extended Writing: Discuss the long-term effects of these democratic reforms on contemporary British society.

Overview: Investigate the unification of Japan under the leadership of Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Tokugawa Ieyasu, ending the Sengoku Period. Activities: o Source Review: Study the military strategies and political maneuvers that led to the unification of Japan. o Timeline Sorting: Organize the events from the Sengoku Period to the establishment of the Tokugawa Shogunate. o Deep Dive Writing: Analyse how the unification influenced Japanese society and its isolationist policies.

Overview: Study the abolitionist movement within the British Empire and the United States, focusing on figures like William Wilberforce and Harriet Tubman, and their efforts to end slavery. Activities: o Source Analysis: Analyse the contributions of key abolitionist figures and the global impact of the movement. o Timeline Activity: Arrange the major milestones of the abolitionist movement in chronological order. o Extended Writing: Explore the effects of the abolitionist movement on subsequent civil rights movements.

Overview: Delve into the struggle for Kenyan independence from British colonial rule, marked by the Mau Mau Uprising and the subsequent negotiations leading to independence. Activities: o Source Review: Examine the events of the Mau Mau Uprising and the roles of key figures like Jomo Kenyatta. o Timeline Sorting: Sequence the key events that led to Kenyan independence in 1963. o Deep Dive Writing: Discuss the socio-political changes during the transition from colonial rule to independence.

Overview: Explore the key figures and events of the Irish Independence Movement, including the Easter Rising, the formation of Dáil Éireann, and the path to the establishment of the Irish Free State. Activities: o Video Analysis: Watch documentaries on major events and figures in the movement, such as Michael Collins and Eamon de Valera. o Timeline Activity: Organize timeline cards detailing significant events leading up to Irish independence. o Extended Writing: Analyse the impact of the Anglo-Irish Treaty and its role in shaping modern Ireland.

Overview: Delve into the military career of Robert E. Lee, focusing on his role during the American Civil War and his post-war contributions. Activities: o Video Analysis: Examine Lee’s strategic decisions through battle reenactments and expert discussions. o Timeline Sorting: Sequence the key events in Lee’s military career and later life. o Deep Dive Writing: Discuss Lee’s impact on military strategy, his views on slavery, and his efforts towards reconciliation after the war.

Overview: Study the life of Chief Red Cloud, a key leader of the Oglala Lakota Sioux, known for his leadership in Red Cloud’s War and his later diplomatic efforts. Activities: o Source Review: Watch documentaries that explore Red Cloud’s war strategies and his negotiation tactics with the U.S. government. o Timeline Activity: Organize timeline cards detailing significant events from Red Cloud’s life and leadership. o Extended Writing: Analyse how Red Cloud’s actions during and after the war influenced the rights and lives of the Indigenous Peoples.

Overview: Analyse King George III’s reign, focusing on the loss of the American colonies, the Acts of Union, and his personal and political challenges. Activities: o Video Analysis: Study videos on George III’s policies, the American Revolution, and his mental health issues. o Timeline Activity: Sort events from George III’s reign, including legislative acts and personal crises. o Extended Writing: Reflect on the implications of his decisions on British and global history.

Overview: Study JP Morgan’s influence on American finance, his role in stabilising the financial system, and his legacy as a powerful banker. Activities: o Source Review: Watch content on Morgan’s consolidation efforts and interventions during financial crises. o Timeline Sorting: Organize the significant moments in Morgan’s career, including his major corporate formations. o Deep Dive Writing: Discuss Morgan’s methods and their impact on American industry and finance.

Overview: Investigate Amelia Earhart’s achievements in aviation, her record-setting flights, and the enduring mystery of her disappearance. Activities: o Video Analysis: View documentaries on Earhart’s solo transatlantic flight and her impact on women in aviation. o Timeline Activity: Arrange key events in Earhart’s career and her final flight in chronological order. o Extended Writing: Examine Earhart’s motivations for flying and the theories surrounding her disappearance.

Overview: Delve into Albert Einstein’s life, focusing on his development of the theories of relativity and his impact on physics and global science. Activities: o Source Review: Analyse videos that explain Einstein’s theories and their implications for modern science. o Timeline Sorting: Sequence the major events in Einstein’s career, including his Nobel Prize win. o Deep Dive Writing: Explore how Einstein’s theories changed our understanding of the universe and his use of fame to promote peace.

Overview: Explore Martin Luther’s pivotal role in initiating the Protestant Reformation by challenging the practices of the Catholic Church. Activities: o Video Analysis: Watch videos detailing Luther’s life and his 95 Theses that sparked the Reformation. o Timeline Activity: Organize events related to Luther’s actions into chronological order. o Extended Writing: Discuss Luther’s motivations, the impact of the printing press on his ideas, and the effects of his refusal to recant at the Diet of Worms.