English National Curriculum - History

What did Kings and Queens in the past do for fun?

Mission Objectives

Name something Kings and Queens in the past did for fun

Describe what food was eaten at a feast

Explain how people were entertained at a feast

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Keywords

Words and meanings to learn

feast

a very big, special meal with lots of delicious food and entertainment

jester

a funny entertainer who made people laugh with jokes, songs, and tricks

jousting

an old sport where two knights on horseback charged at each other with lances

hunting

chasing after wild animals such as deer, usually while riding horses

celebrate

to do something special to show happiness for an event, like a birthday

Required Resources

Resources: Pencils and colouring pencils, or felt-tip pens

Research tool: A picture word bank has been provided to support the children’s ideas on what to include on their invitations.

Support Handout (1): The handout provides a scaffolded template for the children to design their invitations.

Core Handout (2): The handout provides space for the children to design their invitations.

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