This themepage is aimed at post-primary Junior Cycle History.
When doing this theme with First Years a good starting point might be an overview of medieval society. Click here for information on the Lord, Lady, Knight and Serf and their function in medieval society
Medieval Citizens
The concept of feudalism is an integral part of medieval society. The following worksheet, which contains a very simple graphic is very useful. Students can check their understanding by doing the quick quiz and word search that follows.
History on the NetStudents need to be very familiar with the features of a medieval castle. The following site is both visually attractive and very informative and also good fun.
Think QuestAnother good site which deals with this theme and contains a very nice visual of a motte and bailey castle is also worth investigating. It gives students all the different methods of attacking castles and asks the student to write a paragraph at the end of the exercise.
School HistoryFor the most comprehensive site on all aspects of the Middle Ages there is a wealth of information to be found here.
Medieval EuropeFor detailed information on themes like religion, arts and crafts, food, clothing etc you might like to check out this site.
Feudal LifeIf you are looking for online lessons, where students can work at their own pace these two online lessons are excellent and have very good teacher notes.
History on the Net - Medieval LifeHistory on the Net - Attacking and Defending a CastleFor extra worksheets on the topic click here to access a whole range of topics
History on the Net - Medieval Worksheets and
QuizzesThere are lots of other great sites listed under the medieval period which are also worth checking out.
BBC History - Weapons Through TimeAn Imaginary news site from the Middle Ages: (access in schools only)
World Book - The Bard GuildCrime and punishment
UK National Archives - Crime and Punishment