Features of Medieval Castles

What is a moat or an arrow slit and why were they part of medieval castles? Find out in this interactive and visual KS1-KS2 EAL resource that provides collaborative activities to support learners develop vocabulary associated with this fun history topic.

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This resource pack includes:

  • Two sets of adapted flashcards; one set of flashcards adapted with visuals and vocabulary and another set adapted as a matching pairs activity (visual and vocabulary), ideal for introducing and consolidating vocabulary.
  • Connect 4: A turn-taking collaborative definition activity that supports consolidating and understanding vocabulary further.

The resource pack is suitable for learners who are either new to English, at the early acquisition or developing their confidence stage of English language proficiency.

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On the right hand side of this page are a number of documents that you can download for free. Please note that the Teaching Notes and Resources can be found in the pdf document (the first item on the list), whilst the PowerPoint document(s) include(s) presentation(s) which you can display on your interactive board in your classroom.

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© The Bell Educational Trust Limited. This resource is free to use for educational purposes.

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