Archive for November, 2009

Events of the French Revolution: Decision-Making Simulation

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Part 2 of the French Revolution simulation. It is 1789. You are the French aristocrat, the Count of Camembert. You are an advisor to King Louis XVI of France. Your job is to give him good advice when he faces difficult decisions. The game is complete with sound effects and a worksheet.

Causes of the French Revolution: Decision-Making Simulation

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

A major update to this popular simulation, which now includes sound effects and improved playability. Students journey around pre-revolutionary France and provide advice to the King in the hope of saving his dynasty. Worksheets provided.

An Interview with Kaiser Wilhelm II

Sunday, November 22nd, 2009

An extension / homework activity designed to help students understand a little more about the complex personality of Wilhelm II.

Western Front – Google Maps Tour

Saturday, November 21st, 2009

An itinerary for a tour of the World War One Battlefields of Ypres and the Somme.

Menin Gate: Worksheet

Saturday, November 21st, 2009

A worksheet to accompany the battlefields trip.

World War One Battlefields Tour in Google Earth

Saturday, November 21st, 2009

A suggested itinerary for a Battlefields Tour in Ypres and the Somme, in Google Earth.