Are you studying the Middle Ages or Medieval/Renaissance Times in your history this year? Maybe your children are just fascinated with princesses, knights and dragons. I love finding printables to supplement what we are studying in our homeschool, or to help peak my children's interest in a specific subject.
Ways to explore Medieval Europe.
Learn about middle ages history with hands-on lesson on medieval times church for kids: statues,illuminated manuscripts, and more!
Ways to explore Medieval Europe.
Medieval period is a fascinating time to study, and these activities will bring it to life for tweens. From authentic recipes to knights and castles, there's something here for everyone.
Medieval Period: How To Make A Quill Pen. To create Medieval manuscripts, scribes had to learn first how to make a quill pen and that is what we are doing today. Also, you may like my post Medieval History for Homeschool. he Middle Ages.
Are you studying the Middle Ages or Medieval/Renaissance Times in your history this year? Maybe your children are just fascinated with princesses, knights and dragons. I love finding printables to supplement what we are studying in our homeschool, or to help peak my children's interest in a specific subject.
Want to know about the Middle Ages? You’ve come to the right place! I’ve collected a wide assortment of resources for this unit study on Medieval Times with a focus on Europe. While our…
Medieval Chemistry and Homeschool History. Science wasn't really dead during the Middle Age, it's just people fanaticized about turning items to gold.
Need ideas for a hands-on, literature-based Middle Ages unit study? This post has got you covered with projects, literature lists and resources.
Discover fun ways to incorporate art, books, videos, and more into your homeschool study of Medieval History for your middle schoolers.
When studying the Middle Ages in your homeschool, engage kids by adding some fun medieval activities for middle school to your lesson plans.
Planning to study the Middle Ages in your homeschool? If so, you're in the right place. I've got a fantastic Medieval England Unit Study to share with you.
Ways to explore Medieval Europe.
The Middle Ages and Medieval time period is so fascinating and kids really enjoy learning about it in history studies.
Hi teacher friends, I’ve been busy creating a series of STEM projects for students who are studying Medieval Times & Middle Ages.. Next stop, Early Medieval Europe! Challenge 1: Water Mill Challenge! During the Medieval Times landowners with access to running water, specifically small waterfalls on their property, could build a watermill
Learn all about the medieval manuscript making process with a fascinating but short documentary, several living books, and simple DIY project.
We're in the middle of our second year in a row in the Middle Ages. History is always our biggest area of book-collecting--I am always on the lookout for good ones. I realized that you
Learn all about the Viking and the Middle Ages in our Viking Homeschool Unit! Find books, projects, and activities for your K-3rd students!
Kids will have fun learning about the Middle Ages in this fun, hands-on history lesson. The DIY castle is sure to make history FUN for kids of all ages.
See Cindy's thorough description of her 6th grader's middle ages study that was full of lapbooking, literature, and creative hands-on activities.
Learn all about the medieval manuscript making process with a fascinating but short documentary, several living books, and simple DIY project.
Ways to explore Medieval Europe.
My list of the best medieval history books for middle school students to read. Living book lists, hymns, and memory work included.
Medieval period is a fascinating time to study, and these activities will bring it to life for tweens. From authentic recipes to knights and castles, there's something here for everyone.
(So, I'm going to pretend like I've been blogging this whole time! Long story short, class was misery and I'd rather not think about those k...
The Middle Ages- Free History Curriculum Series Part 5: History Of The Middle Ages Welcome back to the final post on Free Ancient World History Plans ! Thi ...
Waldorf 6th grade geometry drawings and resources. This post is full of some great images of our main lesson book pages from this block.
Are your children amazed on how the heroic knights fearlessly fight against the fire breathing dragon in a cartoon movie they watched? This free printable knight craft template is perfect for children of all ages
The Middle Ages- Free History Curriculum Series Part 5: History Of The Middle Ages Welcome back to the final post on Free Ancient World History Plans ! Thi ...
Want to know about the Middle Ages? You’ve come to the right place! I’ve collected a wide assortment of resources for this unit study on Medieval Times with a focus on Europe. While our…
We spent a couple of weeks studying the events of the 1300s. Today I’m going to share the worksheets I made for the kids about the Crusades, Hundred Year’s War, and the Black Plague. I’ll also share the simulation: Will you survive the Black Plague?!! To start, we covered the history of the Crusades, Hundred Year’s War and the Black Plague. We read the chapters in our history book. We...
Timeline for the Middle Ages from 500 A.D. to 1500 A.D. Summary of Events Timeline Timeline Key Dates Middle Ages Timeline of Key events Middle Ages History Timeline of Key Events 1066 -1154 1066-1087 The reign of King William the Conqueror The Battle of Hastings and the defeat of Harold Godwinson
The Middle Ages and Medieval time period is so fascinating and kids really enjoy learning about it in history studies.
Medieval Times & Middle Ages STEM / STEAM Challenges Bundle! There are 20 STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, a prediction section, brainstorming section, trials 1, 2, & 3, final results section with drawings, and a reflection section This bundle contains 11 StudentSavvy STEM Units (20 Challenges) Early Byzantine, Early Islam, West Africa, Medieval China, Medieval Japan, Early Medieval Europe, Late Medieval Europe, The Renaissance, The Reformation, Mesoamerica, and Scientific Revolution STEM Challenges!! Cross-curricular challenges for students who are studying the Middle Ages! These resources have science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! The STEM Challenges include: Early Byzantine STEM Challenges Hagia Sophia Marble Run Using a list of supplies, students must design a Hagia Sophia structure that contains a marble run track. The goal of the stem challenge is to create a design that has the longest properly-functioning marble run track. The marble run can travel up, down, around, or inside the Hagia Sophia structure. Using planning pages (included in the resource), the Hagia Sophia model must have similar dimensions and structures from the actual floor plan. Students must shrink the dimensions but maintain the proper ratio. The structure cannot be taller than 2 feet. (more instructions are given in the resource) The Counterweight Trebuchet Challenge Using a list of supplies, STEM teams must build a counterweight-style trebuchet. Using planning pages (included in the resource), students must include all the proper parts in their trebuchet model that can successfully swing its arm using a heavy counter-weight to propel an object forward. The goal is to create a trebuchet that can shoot an object into the air and travel a far distance. The group that can create the most effective trebuchet (launches the furthest) wins the challenge!(more instructions are given in the resource) Early Islam STEM Challenges Caravan Contraption Using a list of supplies, students must design a model of a caravan vehicle using simple machines. The STEM team must decide on 2 simple machines using the following pages and incorporate them into their design. Students must come up with at least 4 supplies that they will bring on their 30 day journey across the Arabian Peninsula (planning pages and descriptions included in the resource). Students must also consider how they will protect their goods from robbers and how to preserve them from the harsh climate. (more instructions are given in the resource) Caravan Coding Students will work together to plan and design a game with characters, obstacles, and commands. The game must have an objective with a starting point and a finishing point. It is up to the group how detailed they would like their game to be. (more instructions and planning pages are given in the resource) West Africa STEM Challenges Gold Mining Machine - Sluice Box Challenge Using a list of supplies, students must design and build a sluice box to search for gold. The goal of this challenge is to create a device that effectively separates gold and heavier material from river sediments (or gravel). As water moves through the device, the riffles must catch and separate the gold and/or heavy material. The sluice box must contain all the parts described (in planning pages found in the resource) using the materials below. (riffles, metal mesh, feeder, etc.) Items can be added to the materials list if needed. STEM teams have 3 days and 3 trials to complete this challenge. (more instructions are given in the resource) Djembe Drum Challenge Using a list of supplies, STEM teams must create a Djembe drum. The Djembe drum must contain all of the elements found on the diagram of page 5. The drum must also produce a variety of pitches when played on different parts of the drum head. The drum cannot be larger than 25 inches tall or have a diameter larger than 14 inches. Students must be able to complete this challenge in 2 days. (more instructions and planning pages are given in the resource) Medieval China STEM Challenge Zheng He's Treasure Ship Challenge! Using a list of supplies, STEM teams must design and build a model of Zheng He’s treasure ship! The goal of the STEM challenge is to create a ship that can carry the highest amount of coins possible without sinking for 3 full minutes. STEM students should discuss and predict which materials and strategies would help their device carry the most coins while staying afloat. Teams only have three attempts to test their boats. They may have to redesign their boat if it fails (breaks apart). The Zheng He Ship requirements are (using the planning pages included in the resource) : the ship must have at least 4 deck levels, there must be 9 masts, and the model can only be created using the supplies listed below. (more instructions are given in the resource) Medieval Japan STEM Challenges Zen Garden (Zen Buddhism) Challenge Using a list of supplies, STEM teams must design and build a model of a Zen garden. The garden must contain a constructed sand box, sand , rake, and pebbles or rocks of various sizes and shapes. If students want to add their own features such as branches, moss, or figurines, they may do so. The sand box may only be constructed using Popsicle sticks, glue, and tin foil. STEM teams must also consider what they learned about Zen gardens; their garden should have asymmetrical elements such as the use of odd numbers and various heights in their rock formations. The STEM team with the highest score (see scoring card in resource) will win the challenge! (more instructions and planning pages are given in the resource) Norimono Zipline Challenge Using a list of supplies, STEM teams must create a Norimono vehicle. There must be a zipline apparatus where the vehicle can travel from one designated point of the classroom to the next by using a pulley that attaches to a string. The Norimono must also have a sliding door mechanism (that can effectively open and close) for the passenger to enter and exit the vehicle. (more instructions and planning pages are given in the resource) Medieval Europe - Early Middle Ages (Feudalism) STEM Challenges Battering Ram Challenge Using a list of supplies, STEM teams must design and build a battering ram. The ram must be suspended in the air by string and must effectively swing back and forth to exert force on an opposing structure. The battering ram must also have wheels and axles, moving forward and backward. A cover (roof) for protection from oncoming attacks is recommended but not required..... (more instructions and planning pages are given in the resource) Watermill Challenge Using a list of supplies, STEM teams must create a watermill. The watermill must properly spin when water is poured at the top of the wheel without falling apart. STEM teams have 3 days to complete this challenge. (more instructions and planning pages are given in the resource) Late Middle Ages STEM Challenges Marshmallow Ballista Challenge Using a list of supplies, STEM teams must design and build a ballista. The ballista must be able to effectively shoot a marshmallow arrow into the air. The goal of the STEM challenge is to propel a marshmallow arrow as far and straight as possible. The STEM team that can build the ballista that shoots the arrow the furthest wins the challenge..... (more instructions and planning pages are given in the resource) The Siege Tower Using the supplies below, STEM teams must create a medieval siege tower. The tower must have at least 4 platforms and ladders for each one. The tower must be on wheels and can effectively move forward and backward. The tower must have a drawbridge and a mechanism to let down and pull up the platform. STEM teams have 3 days to complete this challenge.... (more instructions and planning pages are given in the resource) The Renaissance STEM Challenges Leonardo da Vinci's Flying Machine! Using a list of supplies, STEM teams must design and build a flying machine. Using their knowledge of the Laws of Motion and 4 Forces of Flight, (information sheets included) students must create a innovative machine that applies those laws and forces. STEM teams have 3 trials to test their flying machines. If the machine does not fly, that does not mean the team has lost the challenge. The goal of the challenge is to incorporate as many ideas and concepts from the forces of flight and to be able to justify the decisions made in their product creation. ..... (more instructions and planning pages are given in the resource) Anemometer Using a list of supplies, students must design an anemometer that accurately measures wind speed. They must be able to measure how many spins the device makes per minute by marking one of the revolving cups. Students do not have to use all the materials listed below but they cannot add items to the list. They have one hour to complete this challenge. (time testing their anemometer does not count towards the hour). In order to test, the anemometer should be placed outside on a windy day or can be tested with a fan..... (more instructions and planning pages are given in the resource) The Reformation STEM Challenge Gutenberg's Printing Press Challenge! Using a list of supplies, STEM teams must design and build a model of Gutenberg’s Printing Press. The goal of this challenge is to create a device or model that uses simple machines (such as a lever or screw) to press down on a flat surface. The Printing Press model does not have to create print, but it must contain a lever or screw and it must effectively press down on a flat surface when manually operated.... (more instructions are given in the resource) Mesoamerica STEM Challenges Floating Gardens / Chinampas The Aztec built floating gardens by weaving sticks together to create a giant
Hi teacher friends, I’ve been busy creating a series of STEM projects for students who are studying Medieval Times & Middle Ages.. Next stop, Late Medieval Europe! Challenge 1: The Ballista Challenge! Medieval times were a violent period in history. New styles of weaponry and warfare were introduced during the Crusades. Siege warfare
This 50+ page Middle Ages - Feudalism Unit includes an awesome feudalism simulation, Middle Ages worksheets, 25 event cards (Early, High and Late Middle Ages) with extensive teacher notes, other feudalism activities and more!
Middle Ages was the period in European history from the collapse of Roman civilisation in the 5th century to the period of the Renaissance in the 15th century. The middle period is subdivided into …
The Door in the Wall is a great literature selection! I have very fond memories of reading it with my own children. If you are planning to read this book with your students, be sure to head on over and grab this study guide and lapbook over at 123 Homeschool 4 Me! It's a fabulous go-along with the book!
