1. Lesson One: Medieval History

What were the most important events of the Middle Ages?

Describe the important events associated with medieval times.

Determine how the Middle Ages have influenced modern society.

2. Lesson Two:  Medieval Life

How was medieval society organized?

What was life really like in the Middle Ages?

Describe the feudal system.

Describe the role of each class of this system.

Identify the advantages and disadvantages of feudalism.

Compare and contrast medieval lifestyles and rulers with modern ones.

Identify the changes in medieval society that ended the Middle Ages.

3. Lesson Three: Medieval Knights

What was a Knight and how did a person become one?

What was life as a knight really like?

Why did the role of the knight change during the Middle Ages?

List the steps in the process of becoming a knight.

Describe the armor, weapons, and battle tactics of a knight.

Define chivalry and the noble qualities associated with a knight.

4. Lesson Four: Castles

How were castles constructed?

What purpose did the castle serve?

What was it like living in a castle?

Explain how castles were constructed.

Define the vocabulary associated with castles. 

5. Lesson Five: Heraldry

When and how did heraldry start?

What is a coat-of-arms and what purpose did it serve?

Explore the development of heraldry.

Design a personal coat-of-arms based on medieval heraldry.

6. Lesson Six: Famous Medieval People

Who were the heroes and villains of the Middle Ages?

Identify medieval Characters who have made a lasting impression on history.

Write a biography of famous medieval personalities. (Pick 2 people and identify.)