VIKINGS IDEA 1 - RWP

Here is the first in a new series of videos linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. As always, these ideas are not to be followed as a scheme of work but instead, showcase the creative potential of technology to enhance learning making it more purposeful, empowering and accessible for our pupils.

In this first idea, Mr P talks through the Battle Cry ReadWritePerform pack which is a full unit of English that can work alongside this topic. 

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VIKINGS IDEA 2 - KEY VOCAB

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, we explore some of the key vocabulary children will be exploring during this topic.

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VIKINGS IDEA 3 - TIMELINE

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils look at the chronology of key events during the Viking period in History.

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VIKINGS IDEA 4 - EXPLAINING KEY EVENTS

​Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils take the timeline created in idea 3 and explore some of the key events in more detail.

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VIKINGS IDEA 5 - LBQ.ORG

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils learn more about Vikings while building their comprehension skills through Learning By Questions.

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VIKINGS IDEA 6 - GOOGLE EXPEDITIONS

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils learn more about Vikings using Virtual Reality through Google Expeditions.

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VIKINGS IDEA 7 - MOZAIK 3D

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils learn more about Vikings using some of the brilliant 3D animations courtesy of Mozaik 3D.

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VIKINGS IDEA 8 - WHY DID THE VIKINGS INVADE?

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils learn and explain the reasons why the Vikings invading the UK.

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VIKINGS IDEA 9- INVASION MAP

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils create an animated map showing where the Vikings came from and where they invaded and settled.

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VIKINGS IDEA 10 - INTERVIEWING ALFRED THE GREAT

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils create a video speaking in role as Alfred The Great.

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VIKINGS IDEA 11 - INTERVIEW ON APPLE CLIPS

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils create an interview with Alfred where they ask the questions and edit the responses using the videos created in idea 10.

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VIKINGS IDEA 12 - DANEGELD PICS

​Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils create a series of pictures where they photoshop themselves in as characters depicting Danegeld.

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VIKINGS IDEA 13 - DANEGELD COMIC

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils create an interactive comic strip to show their understanding of Danegeld.

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VIKINGS IDEA 14 - EXPLORING THE POEM

​Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils explore the famous Danegeld poem by Rudyard Kipling.

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VIKINGS IDEA 15 - PERFORMING THE POEM

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils creatively perform the famous Rudyard Kipling poem giving the perfect opportunity to show their understanding through tone, intonation and volume.

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VIKING IDEA 16 - MINECRAFT LONGBOAT

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils create their own Viking Longboat using Minecraft.

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VIKINGS IDEA 17 - LABELLING LONGBOAT

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils label the longboats they created in the previous idea.

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VIKING IDEA 18 - VIKING LIFE RESEARCH

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils create a mindmap collating facts about life as a viking.

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VIKINGS IDEA 19 - VIKING LIFE VIDEO

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils use their research from the previous idea to create a video explaining Viking life.

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VIKINGS IDEA 20 - KAHOOT QUIZZES

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils demonstrate their understanding of the Vikings by creating their own Kahoot quizzes that can be shared within the class or shared with the world. ​

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VIKINGS IDEA 21 - VIKING GODS

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of Vikings Gods and creating an interactive guide in Seesaw.

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VIKINGS IDEA 22 - LAST ANGLO SAXON KINGS

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils create animated videos of the last Anglo Saxons kings and talk about their life.

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VIKINGS IDEA 23 - ANIMATED VIKING GIF

Here is the next video in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Vikings. 

In this next idea, pupils create animated GIFs of a Viking Warrior that can then be used to create effective presentations explaining different aspects of the Viking topic.

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