• The Viking and Anglo-Saxon struggle for the Kingdom of England to the time of Edward the Confessor. Viking invasion and resistance by Alfred the Great and Althelstan. Anglo Saxon Laws and Justice.
• History, Key Stage 2, Anglo-Saxons & Vikings
• Britain’s settlement by Anglo-Saxons and Scots, Roman withdrawal from Britian, Anglo-Saxon Art and Culture and Christian conversion.
• Encourage historical enquiry with Anglo-Saxon runes and the provided translation sheet.
• Both the Anglo-Saxons and the Vikings used runes in religion for casting spells, and they usually engraved them on wood or stone.
• The Anglo-Saxon runes pack is a useful resource for teachers bringing history lessons to life. Constructed from wood, this set includes thirty-two wooden runes, a storage bag, and a help sheet explaining what each symbol represented. This encourages historical enquiry and understanding of ancient uses.
• Incorporate this resource into the Key Stage 2 history curriculum to enhance lessons on the Viking and Anglo-Saxon. They provide a way to explore Anglo-Saxon laws and justice, making abstract concepts more accessible to children.
This pack supports lessons on Britain's settlement by Anglo-Saxons and Scots, the Roman withdrawal from Britain, and Christian conversion. The help sheet aids in translating the Anglo Saxon runes, allowing children to engage with Anglo-Saxon art and culture. Hands-on learning deepens understanding of historical contexts.