Rouen, situated on the banks of the River Seinein Normandy’s vibrant, historic and cultural capital. Romans and Vikings both settled in this part of the Seine Valley, and in the 10th century, Rouen became Normandy’s capital.The history mystery video takes you to Rouen, the site of the burning of Joan of Arc. Images and representations of France’s famous saint are everywhere and people often ask – could Joan of Arc have been saved?
This is a different sort of history mystery activity. Normally when you are asked to be history detective you have to solve a problem by using evidence – facts and information that you discover. This time you are challenged to see if you can ‘change history’ and save the life of Joan!
Case Study unit of work inquiry structure
ACTIVITY 1 – Video visit to Rouen
Journey with Tim Gurry as he visits Rouen, situated on the banks of the River Seine, is Normandy’s vibrant, historic and cultural capital.Romans and Vikings both settled in this part of the Seine Valley, and in the 10th century, Rouen became Normandy’s capital.The symbolic figure of Joan of Arc is everywhere. But who was Joan of Arc?
ACTIVITY 2 – Can you save the maid of Orleans?
This is a different sort of history mystery activity. Normally when you are the detective in a history mystery you have to solve a problem by using evidence –facts and information that you discover. This time we are going to allow you to see if you can ‘change history’!
ACTIVITY 3 – Word of mouth
Use the words from Joan’s own mouth to help you decide what type of person Joan really was.
ACTIVITY 4 – Reflecting on Joan of Arc
Reflecting on your study of a historical period requires empathy –the ability to understand and share the feelings and the lived experiences of another. Try to put yourself in Joan’s footsteps to summarise your learnings from this unit.
