Title: Exploring the Life and Legacy of Queen Anne

Grade Level: Year 4

Subject: History

Duration: 3-4 lessons (45 minutes each)

Objectives: 1. To introduce students to the life and reign of Queen Anne. 2. To understand the impact of Queen Anne’s reign on British history. 3. To develop research and presentation skills through group work. 4. To encourage critical thinking and analysis of historical events.

Materials: - Books, articles, or online resources about Queen Anne - Paper, pencils, and coloring materials - Chart paper and markers - Access to a computer or tablet for research - Presentation tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Google Slides)

Lesson 1: Introduction to Queen Anne 1. Begin the lesson by asking students what they know about British monarchs. Write their responses on the board. 2. Introduce Queen Anne as the last monarch of the Stuart dynasty and the first monarch of the Kingdom of Great Britain. 3. Show pictures or illustrations of Queen Anne and discuss her appearance and clothing. 4. Provide a brief overview of Queen Anne’s life, including her childhood, marriage, and reign. 5. Engage students in a class discussion about the challenges and achievements of Queen Anne’s reign.

Lesson 2: Queen Anne’s Reign and Legacy 1. Divide the class into small groups and assign each group a specific aspect of Queen Anne’s reign to research (e.g., political changes, religious conflicts, cultural developments). 2. Provide students with resources to conduct their research, such as books, articles, or online sources. 3. In their groups, students should create a visual presentation (e.g., poster, PowerPoint) summarizing their findings. 4. Allow time for each group to present their research to the class, encouraging questions and discussions.

Lesson 3: Queen Anne’s Impact on British History 1. Review the main points discussed in the previous lesson. 2. Discuss the long-term impact of Queen Anne’s reign on British history, such as the Act of Union, the War of Spanish Succession, and the growth of the British Empire. 3. Engage students in a class debate or role-play activity, where they take on the roles of different historical figures and discuss the consequences of Queen Anne’s decisions. 4. Encourage students to think critically and analyze the different perspectives presented during the debate.

Lesson 4: Queen Anne’s Legacy Today 1. Begin the lesson by asking students to brainstorm ways in which Queen Anne’s legacy can still be seen today. 2. Discuss the architectural style known as “Queen Anne style” and show examples of buildings that reflect this style. 3. Engage students in a creative activity where they design their own “Queen Anne style” building using paper, pencils, and coloring materials. 4. Allow students to present their designs to the class, explaining the features they incorporated and why.

Assessment: - Participation in class discussions and group work. - Quality of research and presentation skills demonstrated in the group project. - Critical thinking skills displayed during the class debate or role-play activity. - Creativity and effort put into the design of the “Queen Anne style” building.

Note: Adjust the lesson plan as needed to suit the specific needs and abilities of your students.