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Free secondary history teaching resources. KS3 & KS4. Ideas for history teachers by passionate history geeks.

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This week I've been thinking about how to effectively use maps in the history classroom. They can be a really useful tool. Here are 5 ideas that could work for you https://t.co/PxGV4AvM6K

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Exam hoop jumping aside, for many years I have felt that helping kids come to terms with interpretations is one of the most important aspects of my job as a history teacher. This short read explains why it really isn't too difficult at KS3 - really 🙂 https://t.co/fbrby34w6d

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Engagement & storytelling are key to improving GCSE results. Save this free fully resourced lesson on Elizabethan England evaluating how far it was a ‘golden age’ of culture. Join free & download. Full members can access 1000+ lessons https://t.co/4IXAwGjlNX

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Many schools start Year 7 with the Medieval Period. To understand it, pupils need to know what people believed. Save this for next term – a free unit with SOW & KO. Join free as a basic member & use along with 60 other free resources https://t.co/iv6Pi5ubh3

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This free ready to teach lesson on the Normans is great to save for next term. Students get to play advisor to Harold over 5 key issues. Engaging & fun, simply join free as a basic member & download. Full members get 1000 fully resourced lessons https://t.co/gmnDHQsJ7A

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Take a glance at this 2 minute read on why maps are such an asset in the history classroom and how to use them as an effective historical source. Can you tell we love them? https://t.co/PxGV4AvM6K

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Do you spend too much GCSE lesson time cramming in content & teaching exam technique? Yet pupils still struggle to remember key events? This short read on using memoirs could really help you. Join free as a basic member & access free lessons https://t.co/PbA5EALcbB

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Wanting to revamp some of your GCSE and KS3 curriculum, but struggling to find the planning time? We’ve got 1000+ fully resourced 'ready to teach' lessons, plus 2 Ofsted-compliant KS3 options — one built around diversity & untold stories.
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Planning is hard. This short read helps focus on an enquiry approach. Hook, enquiry question, teaching sequence that leads to a substantial end product. Our 1000 fully resourced lessons are based on it and they've raised attainment. Grab some inspiration https://t.co/tbOmLiRTz3

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Teaching Crime & Punishment for GCSE next year? This fully resourced lesson on the first murder case solved by DNA really grips students and is perfect to mix in and rejuvenate your teaching. Free with basic free membership. https://t.co/5naujt0x7O

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Want to save time as a history dept, raise attainment and get more balance? Our 'all lessons' collection has 1,000 ready‑to‑teach history lessons designed by expert teachers. Use straight away without lowering standards. https://t.co/ZNJgngSSlx

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Lots of great history departments say a lack of planning time can be a barrier to diversifying their curriculums. This short read gives you three simple, practical ideas to get you started. All these resources are included with free basic membership https://t.co/Kb66Ym39Ty

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A rigorous and effective KS3 helps ensure success at KS4. This short read shows how local case studies at KS3 can whet students’ appetite for GCSE. https://t.co/UA08Ia79ES

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It’s not too late to grab practical hacks, advice & inspiration from this short watch '12 Top Tips to Help Your Students Succeed with Interpretation Questions at GCSE'. Join free as a basic member for more free ideas https://t.co/PZJ3B0o3Gl

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Looking for better weekend balance, consistent planning or fresh inspiration? This free KS3 lesson is designed to help. Use it now or save it for later. A fun, active way to explore medieval pilgrimage. Join free & download: https://t.co/cSKwypV74s

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This free knowledge organiser will hopefully inspire your planning. It forms part of our diverse KS3 Curriculum. The unit is centred around the question: Was there really a ‘golden age’ in Medieval Africa’? Join free as basic member & print https://t.co/bqnZMMDAIu

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Looking for a free, classroom ready enquiry you can use now or save for later? This lesson asks: Was Stresemann really the saviour of Weimar? It supports strong historical thinking through enquiry, interpretation and challenge. Join free & download: https://t.co/Ret1RWlq4o

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This free resource exploring how climate change helps explain the shifting fortunes of the Vikings has proved really popular with students. Use it as a first lesson, a homework task, or keep it handy for cover. Join free as a basic member & use: https://t.co/z9AWHBxvbN

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Overview lessons matter because they give students a framework for understanding change over time, help organise big stories, and support later depth studies. They’re quick to teach and revisit. This short video shares 3 simple ideas: https://t.co/GWFETAmyb1

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If you’re hoping to switch off this weekend…Our 'All Lessons' section has ready‑to‑teach history you can use straight away. Allowing your departmental to reclaim planning time without lowering standards https://t.co/ZNJgngSSlx

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This is a great short read on how to play 'prove it' 'challenge it' in your history classroom to avoid pupil fatigue! It's also a brilliant revision too 🙂https://t.co/v3BzYETxfw