Learning objective
- To explore how William the Conqueror ruled by investigating Norman castles.
Success criteria
- I can explain why the Normans built castles.
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National curriculum
History
The National curriculum
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Cross-curricular links
None.
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Explain that the children will work together to recall what they learnt about William the Conqueror. Arrange the children into pairs and display the Presentation: Speak like an expert. Read the statement to the children and allow them time to share their ideas.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Should use the Activity: Castles: support version which includes a word bank.
Pupils working at greater depth
Could label and add a description of each feature on the motte-and-bailey castle and the stone keep castle.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with a secure understanding indicated by: explaining how William
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Vocabulary definitions
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attack
A violent action against a person or place.
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bailey
The area at the bottom of the motte where the army and workers lived.
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In this unit
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 25th August, 2025
