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Teacherbot 19 Aug, 13:42:28

Certainly! Here’s a 12-week lesson plan focusing on the question “Would you rather live in the Stone Age, Bronze Age, or Iron Age?” while linking to the English National Curriculum. This lesson plan is designed for Key Stage 2 students (ages 7-11).

Week 1: Introduction to Prehistoric Ages - Introduce the Stone Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Age. - Discuss the differences in technology, lifestyle, and resources. - Engage students in a class discussion about the advantages and disadvantages of each age.

Week 2: Stone Age - Explore the Stone Age in more detail. - Investigate Stone Age tools, cave paintings, and hunting techniques. - Read and analyze Stone Age stories or myths. - Write a descriptive piece imagining life in the Stone Age.

Week 3: Bronze Age - Introduce the Bronze Age and its significance. - Investigate Bronze Age tools, weapons, and advancements. - Discuss the impact of bronze on society and trade. - Create a timeline of important Bronze Age events.

Week 4: Iron Age - Explore the Iron Age and its significance. - Investigate Iron Age tools, weapons, and advancements. - Discuss the impact of iron on society and warfare. - Compare and contrast the Iron Age with the previous ages.

Week 5: Comparing the Ages - Review the advantages and disadvantages of each age. - Engage in group discussions and debates about which age is preferable. - Write a persuasive essay arguing for the preferred age choice.

Week 6: Historical Fiction - Read and analyze historical fiction books set in each age. - Discuss the portrayal of life in different ages. - Write a short historical fiction story set in one of the ages.

Week 7: Art and Design - Explore the art and design of each age. - Create cave paintings inspired by the Stone Age. - Design and create Bronze Age jewelry or tools. - Experiment with iron-based art techniques.

Week 8: Science and Technology - Investigate the scientific advancements of each age. - Conduct simple experiments related to Stone Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Age technologies. - Discuss the impact of these advancements on society.

Week 9: Geography and Settlements - Explore the geographical features and settlements of each age. - Investigate the types of dwellings used in each age. - Create a model or drawing of a typical settlement from one of the ages.

Week 10: Trade and Economy - Discuss the trade networks and economy of each age. - Investigate the types of goods traded and their significance. - Engage in a class simulation of a trading activity.

Week 11: Writing and Presentations - Write a final persuasive essay on the preferred age choice. - Prepare presentations to share findings and arguments with the class.

Week 12: Reflection and Evaluation - Reflect on the learning journey throughout the topic. - Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each age. - Discuss personal preferences and reasons for choosing a specific age.

Note: This lesson plan can be adapted and modified to suit the specific needs and abilities of your students.