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These resources demonstrate the methodology, interactivity and learning outcomes that underpin each of the case studies in Global History Mysteries. In short you can ‘test before you buy’. They are also designed to spark the imagination of young learners and scaffolded to meet the needs of differing learning abilities and styles. Hopefully Global History Mysteries will also reduce teachers’ lesson preparation and integrate with cross curriculum approaches.
History Mysteries Quiz
How many people and events in history do you know? Perhaps more than you think! Play solo or with a mate.
What are the mysteries of Sutton Hoo?
Case Study
After the Roman army withdrew from Britain in 410 CE groups of Germanic peoples from northwest Europe crossed the North Sea to settle parts of southern and eastern Britain. Eventually a new Anglo-Saxon culture and several distinct kingdoms emerged.
The early Anglo Saxons did not leave us written records but the objects they placed in graves give us some insight into their world.
The history mystery video introduces you to Sutton Hoo, a medieval burial site discovered in County Suffolk, England – a site with many mysteries uncovered over the last 100 years. The video sets up specific investigations for you to explore in truly interactive ways through map analysis, an archaeological dig, picture analysis, museum presentations, and reflection activities.
Sift through the evidence of time, make decisions, and solve historical mysteries for yourselves!
How did local tribes in Britain react to the Roman invasion?
Queen Boudica is something of q mystery person but we do know from the writings of Roman scholars that she was the wife of Prasutagas, King of the Iceni tribe, with whom she had two daughters. Upon his death Prasutagus left his empire to his two daughters and Emperor Nero in order to maintain peace and protect his kingdom.
History has recorded what took place next but let’s see if your decisions mirror those events that actually happened! Imagine that you are queen of the Iceni people in Roman occupied Britain. You have tolerated the presence of the Romans for almost two decades.
What would you have done?
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