The Roman Legacy

Topics Year 2/3
This unit is part of The Romans in Britain - NEW LOOK Roman Legacy

Objectives

Computing

  • Use search technologies effectively, appreciate how results are selected and ranked, and be discerning in evaluating digital content.
  • Select and use software to accomplish given goals including presenting data and information.

History

  • Understand our knowledge of the past is constructed from a range of sources.
  • Begin to understand the legacy left by the Romans on Britain and its impact on our subsequent history.
  • Construct informed responses that involve thoughtful selection and organisation of relevant historical information.

Lesson Planning

Children research a particular aspect of the ‘Roman Legacy’ and create a set of PowerPoint slides to contribute to a class presentation.

Teaching Outcomes:

  • To research and present information about the Roman legacy.
  • To show an understanding of the impact of the Roman empire on our lives today.

Children will:

  • Consider and discuss the impact of the Roman Empire on their lives today.
  • Use the internet to research part of the Roman legacy.
  • Produce a PowerPoint slide with a text box, image and heading.

You Will Need

Access to a computer