The Reign of Queen Elizabeth II

The Reign of Queen Elizabeth II

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will have a comprehensive understanding of Queen Elizabeth II's reign and her contributions to the United Kingdom.

What do you already know about Queen Elizabeth II?

Early Life and Education

Queen Elizabeth II was born on April 21, 1926, in London. She received education at home and later attended various schools.

Coronation

Queen Elizabeth II was crowned on June 2, 1953, following the death of her father, King George VI. The coronation took place at Westminster Abbey.

Longest Reign

Queen Elizabeth II became the longest-reigning monarch in British history on September 9, 2015, surpassing the previous record held by her great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria.

Role of a Constitutional Monarch

As a constitutional monarch, Queen Elizabeth II performs ceremonial duties, represents the nation, and acts as a symbol of unity.

Significant Events

Queen Elizabeth II has witnessed and played a role in significant events such as the end of World War II, the moon landing, and the dissolution of the British Empire.

Charitable Work

Queen Elizabeth II is known for her extensive charitable work, supporting numerous organizations and causes throughout her reign.

Legacy

Queen Elizabeth II's reign has been marked by stability, adaptability, and dedication to public service. Her legacy as the longest-reigning monarch is significant.

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.