This differentiated history lesson focuses on the power struggle in Anglo-Saxon England before the arrival of the Vikings and the impact this had. The lesson concludes with a written response to the main historical enquiry throughout this sequence of lessons, ‘What similarities and differences are there between the Maya Civilisation and England from the 8th to the 10th century?

The file contains the following resources:

-      An editable lesson presentation

-      An editable lesson plan

-      Editable stop and jot activities

-      An editable differentiated activity (Lower, Middle and Higher Ability)

-      An editable challenge activity

National curriculum objectives:
History:  Pupils should be taught about non-European society that provides contrasts with British history, such as the Maya civilization c. 900 CE…...