This no-prep, editable lesson introduces students to new denominations created during the Protestant Reformation, including King Henry’s Church of England. The lesson begins with whole class notetaking, followed by a reading passage about the wives of King Henry VIII. The resource includes all lesson components: slides with a warm-up and short lecture, student activity, and a conclusion. An answer key and a lesson plan are provided to ensure this resource is effortless to implement. Both print and digital versions are included.
This resource is delivered as a PDF and includes Google links to the editable version.
What you get:
- Editable slides that walk you through the lesson and include a short video.
- Reading passage
- Student handout
- Lesson plan
- Answer key
- Digital copies of everything.
This lesson is appropriate for 7th-10th grade and is designed for a single 50- minute period.
The Lesson
1. Warm-up: Short response question about predestination
2. A slide deck walks you through the lesson step-by-step. Students answer questions on their handout from the slide content. A brief video aids visual learners.
3. Individual Activity: Students read a passage about the wives of King Henry VIII and complete a graphic organizer.
4. Conclusion: An analytical short response question checks for understanding
Content Covered: Protestant Reformation, Calvinism, predestination, Covenant of Grace, Church of England (Anglican), King Henry VIII
Skills Covered: Short response writing, close reading, critical thinking.