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TOWERS, TUNNELS and TURRETS

Let's have some fun learning all about castles!

Activity 1

Research Lincoln Castle
What interesting facts can you find out?
Record your findings in anyway you like - information booklet, fact sheet, notes, poster, mind map

Activity 2

What is a castle?
Watch the clips below
Work through the Parts of a Castle PowerPoint
Label the parts of a castle - either print and complete or draw and label

Castles for Kids: What is a Castle? Medieval History for Children - FreeSchool

For hundreds of years, if you wanted to control territory in Europe, a castle was your best friend. A combination of a military fortification and the home of...

A Mini Guide to Medieval Castles | Animated History

Activity 3

History of castles
Read all about different types of castles using the websites listed below:
https://www.exploring-castles.com/castle_designs/

http://www.primaryhomeworkhelp.co.uk/castles/timeline.htm
How did castles change over time? Discuss with an adult

Activity 4

Can you build a castle?
Build a model castle using construction materials such as Lego, recycling
Take a picture of your castle and email it in using year2@johnhunt.notts.sch.uk
Which type of castle will you build? A 11^th century ‘Motte and Bailey Castle’ or a 14^th century ‘Courtyard Castle’?

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