Introducing St Edward the Confessor
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Overview
Learn about the life of one of the last Anglo-Saxon king of England who became St Edward the Confessor with this KS2 lesson, designed to last for one hour. Pupils will find out about his life, his connection with Westminster Abbey and why his death had a huge impact on the Kingdom of England. This lesson culminates with an art activity to summarise the key events of St Edward the Confessor's lifetime.
Learning objectives
- To learn that St Edward the Confessor was an Anglo-Saxon King of England who ruled from 1042 – 1066
- To find out about some of the key events in St Edward the Confessor's life
- To understand St Edward the Confessor’s connection with Westminster Abbey
- To find out about the impact of St Edward the Confessor's death on the Kingdom of England
