Trouble is coming!

Build on the previous session in developing, through mime and role-play, a deeper understanding of the impact of the Roman invasion on the Celts.

Teaching Outcomes:

• To understand the reasons why Julius Caesar invaded Britain in 55 BCE.
• To explore the invasion of Britain and gain a deeper understanding of its impact on the people who were there.

Children will:

• Learn about the invasion of Britain by Julius Caesar in 55 BCE.
• Role-play Romans and Britons as the invasion begins.

• Roman timeline
• Narrative script

• Access to a large space
• The soundtrack from Braveheart
• Music from The Armed Man by Karl Jenkins
• 3 PE benches
• Large drum and beater

Why Julius Caesar invaded Britain and what happened from bbc.co.uk