Links, Lessons, and Activities
Virtual Tour of Warwick Castle--Dating back to the 10th century, this English castle is well-worth the virtual visit!
Fun fact: Last names provided a way for medieval landowners to keep track of rents and taxes collected from the peasants living on their land. They were often descriptive in nature ("Brown") or named the job done by that person ("Taylor," "Baker," etc.) Here are two fun sites that might help you discover the origin of your first and/or last name:
First Name research site
Last name (surname) research site
Research and try Authentic Medieval Recipes
Learn About Medieval Clothing or See How To Make Your Own Medieval Outfit without being asked to buy anything!
If you are signed up for the virtual feast, you'll want the Study Guide and Oath of Chivalry!
Make your own Coat of Arms
Example Coat of Arms
| Pope Urban II and Saladin: Compare and contrast the persuasive speeches of two powerful and impassioned leaders from different political and religious perspectives. | |
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| Middle Ages Parent Resource: 124 pages of ideas and lesson plans from PBS! | |
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