The Vikings
In this unit, the children will learn about the Vikings, and consider the reasons why they raided and then settled in Britain. They will investigate the popular view of the Vikings as raiders, ruthless in their ways of obtaining wealth. They will study primary sources of evidence, such as accounts by monks of the raid on Lindisfarne, as well as archaeological finds, to understand why this interpretation of the Vikings has become
so popular. They will examine King Alfred’s struggle and victory over the Vikings, linking back to Year 5 Unit 1: The Anglo-Saxons.
Links will also be made to Year 4 Unit 2: Roman Britain.
How can parents / carers support learning at home?
- Visit the Jorvik Viking Centre in York, study the evidence on display there and enjoy the experience of the model Viking village life.
- Create a model Viking longship.
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