Uncovering the Anglo-Saxons

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will understand who the Anglo-Saxons were and their impact on history.

What do you already know about the Anglo-Saxons?

Who were the Anglo-Saxons?

The Anglo-Saxons were a group of people who inhabited England from the 5th to the 11th centuries. They were a mix of Germanic tribes who migrated to Britain.

Life of the Anglo-Saxons

They lived in small villages and were skilled in farming, weaving, and metalwork. They had a hierarchical society with kings, nobles, and peasants.

Religion and Beliefs

The Anglo-Saxons were pagans and worshipped gods such as Odin and Thor. They also had burial rituals and believed in an afterlife.

Anglo-Saxon Art and Literature

They were known for their intricate metalwork, jewelry, and epic poems like Beowulf. Their art often depicted heroic themes.

Influence on English Language

The Anglo-Saxons significantly influenced the English language, contributing many words we use today.

Viking Invasions and the End of the Anglo-Saxon Era

The Anglo-Saxon rule came to an end after the Viking invasions in the 11th century, leading to the Norman Conquest.

Legacy of the Anglo-Saxons

Despite their eventual defeat, the Anglo-Saxon culture and contributions continue to influence modern England and beyond.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.