Maryland Department of Education
A Raisin in the Sun and Dreams Deferred
To conclude a study of A Raisin in the Sun and to prepare for a visit to the Lewis Museum, class members analyze Langston Hughes' poem "Harlem." Learners then draw connections to characters in the play and to their own experiences by...
Curated OER
The Carolingian Dynasty
Assist your class as they take notes on the Carolingian Dynasty. This handout contains spaces for them to take down information on each of the six rulers of the time period. Starting with Duke Pepin and finishing up with Louis I, this...
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Charlemagne Unites Germanic Kingdoms
The dawn of the Middle Ages and the Roman Empire is being driven out of Europe. Germanic Kingdoms are beginning to flourish and it is Charlemagne who unites them. This well-organized and comprehensive presentation covers the rise of the...
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Writing Exercises: The European Middle Ages
Use this worksheet to check for understanding after your class reads materials related to Europe in the Middle Ages. There are three questions that ask them to describe Charlemagne as a prominent historical figure, the feudal system, and...
Curated OER
Final Regents Review: The Middle Ages
A thorough and engaging look at the Medieval time period in Europe, this presentation includes photographs of guild crests, illuminated manuscripts, and historical documents. When coupled with a class discussion on Charlemagne and the...
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Renaissance: Rebirth to Revolution
Sixth graders use a variety of resources to research the Middle Ages and Renaissance over a nine-week period. Working in cooperative teams, they become experts on specific topics. Students hold a Renaissance Faire and role-play as...
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Charlemagne
In this Christianity worksheet, students read a 1-page selection about Charlemagne as well as Internet articles about him and then respond to 11 short answer questions.
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Charlemagne
Students examine the life and accomplishments of Charlemagne. In this medieval times lesson, students create timelines that feature events of Charlemagne's life. Students record the events as well as Charlemagne's opinion of the events...
Curated OER
The Middle Ages: A Contract Unit
Students explore the Middle Ages. In this Middle Ages activity, students participate in classroom activities regarding the feudal system, Charlemagne, the process to become a knight, castles, daily life, and the Crusades.
National Library of France
Bibliotheque Nationale De France: Tresors Carolingiens (Carolingian Treasures)
All in French, but the beautiful illuminated manuscripts can be appreciated without reading the detailed explanations. Advanced French students will enjoy the audio explanations.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Einhard: The Life of Charlemagne
Has the complete text of the Life of Charlemagne, which is the only first person account on Charlemagne available to historians. Contains 33 chapters which includes every detail of Charlemagne's life that you could possibly imagine.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Charlemagne, 742 814
Brief biography with links to further biographies and Einhard's "Life of Charlemagne."
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Otto I, Holy Roman Emperor
This encyclopedia from Wikipedia provides an extensive biography of Otto I (912-973 CE), Holy Roman Emperor. This site also includes links to additional information on related subjects.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Charlemagne & Carolingian Renaissance
Contains a detailed summary about Charlemagne and the Carolingian Renaissance. Also includes links to relevant sites.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: The Emergence of Europe 500 1300
Enhance your learning of European history with the materials provided in this online course. Include suggested readings, assignments, and exam questions.
Library of Congress
Loc: Creating French Culture
Online exhibit from the Library of Congress in conjuction with the Bibliotheque nationale de France presents a compilation of historic treasures which tell the story of French culture and history from Charlemagne to Charles de Gaulle.
Friesian School
Friesian School: Successors of Rome: Francia, 447 Present
The Friesian School gives a description of the Kings and Emperors of France and the Frank influence in northern Europe. There are also detailed maps.
Other
The Ecole Glossary: Alcuin of York
A biographical note on Alcuin, the Anglo-Saxon churchman and writer who became Charlemagne's private tutor. Related links.
University of California
Uc Santa Barbara: The Holy Roman Empire
Read a historical outline of the Holy Roman Empire, from its beginnings in the 5th century to the formal dissolution of the empire in 1806.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: The Franks
This site from the North Park University provides a brief overview of the Franks which refers to the conversion of Frankish leaders and people to Catholic Christianity.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Alcuin
This Catholic Encyclopedia site offers a very good biography of Alcuin, with extensive information on his work as an educator, a scholar, a theologian, and a liturgist of the 8th century. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a...
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Alcuin of York
This site has a description of the 8th century mathematician Alcuin of York's works and life.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Lindau Gospels Cover Quiz
How much do you know about the cover of the Lindau Gospels? Find out by answering this six-question multiple-choice and true/false quiz. Check each answer before moving to the next question. Hints are available for each question.
HyperHistory Online
Alcuin: English Scholar
Biographical note for Alcuin (737-804), an English monk, was the foremost scholar of the revival of learning known as the Carolingian Renaissance.