This no-prep, editable lesson introduces students to Martin Luther and his 95 Theses through primary source analysis. This is a scaffolded, group work lesson. 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.
- 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: Students choose between 2 differentiated questions
2. A slide deck walks you through the lesson step-by-step. Students answer questions on their handout from the slide content
3. Activity: In groups of 4 each will analyze a primary source excerpt from Luther’s 95 Theses and share their findings.
4. Conclusion: Students choose from 2 quotes to analyze
Content Covered: Martin Luther, transcribing the bible in German, Church reaction, 95 Theses
Skills Covered: Short response writing, primary source analysis, critical thinking, accountable talk.