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Castles Word Search
In this social studies worksheet, students find the words that are associated with castles and the answers are found at the bottom of the page.
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Castles
For this literacy worksheet, students find the words in the word search related to the concept of castles. The answers are found by clicking the button at the bottom of the page.
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Castle Terminology
In this literacy activity, students find the vocabulary terms that are related to castles. The answers are found by clicking the button at the bottom of the page.
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Castle Builder
Fifth graders discuss the importance of castles in medieval times. Using the internet, they research the parts of a castle and design their own using the components. They use everyday materials to build the castle to a specific scale.
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Comparing the Similarities and Differences of Medieval Castles
Students compare and contrast a Japanese castle with a Welsh castle. In groups, pupils use the internet to research specified topics on a castle. They explore the government, construction and military function of the area. Classmates...
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The Middle Ages
Students read books about the Middle Ages. They discuss characteristics of the Middle Ages. In groups, students construct a castle and draw a map to scale. Pupils create a Venn diagram comparing rules in different countries in the...
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Medieval Castles
Second graders design a scale model of a medieval castle and its surroundings including the following items: castle, moat, bailey, drawbridge, turrets, dungeon, grounds, and outer walls. A perfect lesson for those kids who are fascinated...
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Life Inside Castle Walls
Students compare their life-style with the Middle Ages, create their own castles and end with a feast. They explore life in the Middle Ages, use their information and creativity to design a castle & a personal coat of arms; students...
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Castles in the Middle Ages: Different Attack Methods
In this castles worksheet, students complete a graphic organizer listing different methods of attack, their advantages and disadvantages.
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Understanding Castles
In this English history worksheet, students read a one page text with pictures and diagrams pertaining to the castles built after the Norman conquest. There are no questions.
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Help the Princess Find Her Way Back to the Castle
In this maze worksheet, students trace a path to help the princess find her way back to the castle. Students may color the pictures after completing the maze.
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Weoley Castle Was Built as a Home
In this castle worksheet, students respond to 2 short answer questions providing evidence to support statements about the English ruins.
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Castle Garden Maze and Coloring Page
In this maze and coloring worksheet, students trace a path through the garden maze in front of a castle. After completing the maze, students color the picture.
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Power Builders: Leaders and Cities
Young scholars are explained that they are going to consider why cities are built and what needs they meet for their residents. They view a video "The Building of New York City." Students work in small groups to plan imaginary city. ...
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Knights and Castles and Kings Galore
Fifth graders create a fairy tale story with emphasis on castles. After reading various texts featuring castles and their residents, 5th graders complete a book report project. The book report serves as a springboard to the writing...
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Life In A Castle
Students use the internet to examine life in a castle. They examine pictures of castles and describe them. They write to someone close to them explaining their life in a castle.
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Plaid to the Bone
Students study Lady Anges Randolph and other heroic woman using multimedia. They create class presentations with their findings. They write a diary about living in a medieval castle after researching what life was like in them.
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The Castles of Wales
This resource includes an index and maps of castles in Wales, plus essays, glossary of castle words, FAQ's, plus other information related to castles.
Royal Household
The British Monarchy: Buckingham Palace
Read about where British royalty have been living since the 1800s.
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Bamburgh Research Project
Explore an old castle. Here is all the information and pictures to go along with it that will walk you thru the centuries of history of Bamburgh Castle. See the archaeology project unfold as volunteers uncover treasures from the castle's...
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Crayola: Castle in the Sun (Lesson Plan)
This lesson plan incorporates art, drama, social studies, and language arts. Students use recycled paper and boxes to create a castle, then use it as inspiration to write and act out their own play. (To access this lesson plan, you must...
Schools of California Online Resources for Education
Score: Castle Builder
A lesson plan with plenty of discussion and research questions, as well as links to examples and more information. You'll also find extension ideas and adaptations for students with special needs.
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Wiesbaden
This resource provides information about the city of Wiesbaden, facts & figures, its history, culture, geography, economy, sights, tourism, sports, and free time activity.
BBC
Bbc: Hands on History: The Normans: Castle Activities [Pdf]
Four hands-on activities suitable for children or families that help bring the past to life. Travel back in time to see what life was like in Norman times. Build your own castle then bring it to life by putting your own people in it. Or...