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Pre – Lesson Activities

Pre – Lesson Activities

Begin by reviewing the basic history of the Middle Ages and the role of monasteries, as well as the code of chivalry, using a combination of descriptive language, tactile models and games. Divide the class into groups of 3-4 students. Each group will receive a raised game board and game pieces to represent different characters and objects. Introduce the game by explaining that each group will be taking on the role of a different group of peo-ple during the Middle Ages (monks, knights, lords etc) and competing against the other groups to com-plete certain objectives. The game will be played in rounds, and each round will represent a different year of the period.

Begin by reviewing the basic history of the Middle Ages and the role of monasteries, as well as the code of chivalry, using a combination of descriptive language, tactile models and games.

Divide the class into groups of 3-4 students. Each group will receive a raised game board and game pieces to represent different characters and objects.

Introduce the game by explaining that each group will be taking on the role of a different group of peo-ple during the Middle Ages (monks, knights, lords etc) and competing against the other groups to com-plete certain objectives. The game will be played in rounds, and each round will represent a different year of the period.
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