The Viking Invasion of Britain

• History
• Primary Education

The Viking Invasion of Britain

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to understand the Viking invasion of Britain and how they got there.

What do you already know about the Viking invasion of Britain?

Who were the Vikings?

The Vikings were seafaring Norse people from the late 8th to early 11th century.

Why did the Vikings invade Britain?

The Vikings invaded Britain for various reasons, including seeking wealth, land, and new trading opportunities.

Methods of Viking Invasion

The Vikings used different methods to invade Britain, including surprise attacks, raids, and establishing settlements.

Viking Longships

Viking longships were fast and maneuverable, allowing the Vikings to navigate rivers and coastal areas for their invasions.

Timeline of Viking Invasions

The Viking invasions of Britain took place between the 8th and 11th century, with notable events such as the attack on Lindisfarne in 793 AD and the Battle of Stamford Bridge in 1066 AD.

Viking Raids

Viking raids were swift and brutal, targeting monasteries, villages, and wealthy towns along the coast.

Viking Settlements

The Vikings established settlements in Britain, such as Jorvik (York), which became important trading centers.

Legacy of the Viking Invasion

The Viking invasion had a significant impact on British culture, language, and society.

Quiz: How did the Vikings get to Britain?

Take this quiz to test your knowledge on how the Vikings got to Britain.

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.