History of Transport: causes and consequences in the nineteenth century Key Stage 2L History resource for

Introduction

"History of Transport: causes and consequences in the nineteenth century" is an 8-page History resource for Lower Key Stage 2, linked to

This resource is part of a set of 4 with the following alternate variants:

V107551 - KS2U Low Ability
V107552 - KS2U High Ability
V107554 - KS2L High Ability

Précis

This is a pre- or post-visit history resource that links to students? travel experience with Red Funnel ferries. It relates to the ?a study of an aspect or theme in British history that extends pupils? chronological knowledge beyond 1066? part of the key stage 2 curriculum for students studying history. The resource enables students to explore the reasons for growth in the nineteenth century, and the effect this had on transport.

Contextual Summary

Curriculum Relevance

History → History Study → Aspect or theme in British History

Implementation

Tasks are designed to be completed pre-visit or as a follow-up to the trip to the Isle of Wight. It would be most effective if students have had experience of travelling on various forms of transport during their trip, i.e. coach, train, steam train at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, etc. Starter: This exercise is designed to make the pupils look at the pictures in detail. It encourages high level thinking skills ? the pupils need to make connections of their own. They need to see the connections other pupils have made. It is good for speaking and listening opportunities. When you are with them and they have made a suggestion e.g. go on water ? ask the others if there are any other pictures that could be included e.g. the canal barge. Which is the odd one out ? space ship: not made by man, not on earth, in the future. The remaining tasks offer opportunities for data analysis and research.

Key Skills Practised

Making connections and inferences from sources
Evaluating /identifying causes and consequences
Source mining
Written skills / Research skills

Learning Outcomes

Students will describe and/or evaluate causes for the growth of transport in the nineteenth century. They will also consider the effects on different groups in society. They will demonstrate their understanding of sources of information, extracting information and explaining what is shown or can be inferred. They will use their own knowledge and also sources and research to draw conclusions.

FAQs

Q1. What is this resource and which attraction is it for?

History of Transport: causes and consequences in the nineteenth century is a History resource targeted at Lower Key Stage 2 children, High Ability, supporting a school trip to

Q2. Which Key Stage and ability level(s) is this intended for?

History of Transport: causes and consequences in the nineteenth century is designed for Lower Key Stage 2 children with High Ability but is also suitable for younger students working at a high level or studying a specific topic, or as revision / infill for older students who have already covered this previously

Q3. Which areas of the curriculum are covered?

History of Transport: causes and consequences in the nineteenth century is a History resource specifically targeted at History Study and Aspect or theme in British History

Q4. What are the main learning outcomes for students?

Q5. Does this resource have activities for before and after the visit?

This resource contains elements that are designed to be completed before the trip commences and on return to school after the visit

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