BAYEUX TAPESTRY & WILLIAM THE CONQUEROR - Reading Passages and Activities

7 reading passages covering The Bayeux Tapestry, William the Conqueror, the Domesday Book, Embroiderers and Census-Takers, and more. Classroom and enrichment activities keep students engaged as they learn. Great for use by substitute teachers, or for homeschooling or co-ops!

William the Conqueror is one of the most well-known individuals of the Middle Ages. Duke William of Normandy, as he was also known, defeated King Harold Godwinson at the Battle of Hastings to become the first Norman King of England. Much was accomplished during his reign: William built many castles including the Tower of London and Windsor Castle; the first census occurred during William’s reign – a survey of land and property – which became known as the Domesday Book; and the Bayeux Tapestry was created in honor of William’s victory at Hastings.

INCLUDES:

• 7 Reading Passages
• Classroom and Enrichment Activities
• Comprehension Worksheet
• Teacher's Key
• 2 Graphic Organizers

READING PASSAGES:

7 one-page reading passages covering the following topics:

• Tapestry in the Middle Ages; England in the Middle Ages
• Embroidery in the Middle Ages
• Everyone Wants to Be King!
• William the Conqueror – King of England; The Bayeux Tapestry
• Speculation About the Tapestry
• The Domesday Book - A Census-Taker
• The Domesday Book: Problems and Purpose

CLASSROOM AND ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES:

This product includes the following classroom activities:

• Job Application
• Coloring Page – William the Conqueror
• How Big is the Bayeux Tapestry Activity
• Domesday Activity – Conduct a Census!
• Worksheet – Bayeux Tapestry Review and Teacher’s Key
• Review Game – Bingo Words and Clues
• Try Finger Weaving!
• Create a “Paper” Tapestry
• Analyze and Color Bayeux Tapestry Scenes
• Graphic Organizers
• Suggested Books

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