KS1 Castles

Take your KS1 class on an immersive outdoor history adventure as they explore castle architecture, life inside castles, and the roles of knights through hands-on building, mapping, and creative activities. Pupils will develop historical vocabulary, spatial reasoning, and strategic thinking, making learning interactive, memorable, and full of fun.

Lesson Plans

Knowing different types of castles

Take your KS1 class outdoors for an engaging history lesson as they explore different types of castles through hands-on building and investigation. Pupils will develop historical vocabulary and sharpen their observational skills, gaining a clear understanding of how castles evolved over time.

Learning objective:

To know the different types of castles.

Exploring features of a castle

Engage your Key Stage 1 class in an outdoor history lesson where they explore the features of castles through hands-on construction with natural materials. This approach strengthens historical vocabulary and geometric skills, giving pupils a practical understanding of castle architecture.

Learning objective:

To know the features of a castle.

Understanding the layout of castles

Lead your Key Stage 1 class on an engaging outdoor history lesson as they actively understand the layout of a castle by creating large-scale bird’s-eye view maps. This hands-on approach builds geographical skills and spatial reasoning, solidifying their understanding of castle architecture.

Learning objective:

To understand the layout of a castle.

Understanding the role of knights

Take your Key Stage 1 class outdoors for an action-packed history lesson as they explore the vital role of a knight. Through hands-on activities and energetic games, pupils will uncover how knights contributed to castle defence while sharpening strategic thinking, making learning exciting, immersive, and unforgettable.

Learning objective:

To understand the role of a knight.

Knowing why castles had flags

Engage your Key Stage 1 class in an interactive outdoor history lesson as they explore why castles flew different flags and design their own. Through hands-on activities, pupils will develop an understanding of historical identity and express their creativity, deepening their knowledge of the significance of castles.

Learning objective:

To know why castles had different flags.

Understanding daily life inside a castle

Immerse your Key Stage 1 class in an engaging outdoor history lesson as they explore what life was like inside a castle. Through hands-on activities, pupils will discover the different roles and daily routines of castle inhabitants, making learning interactive, compelling, and memorable.

Learning objective:

To understand what life was like inside a castle.

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