Anglo-Saxon Beginnings: Journey to Britain
A Year 3 History Adventure Discovering who the Anglo-Saxons were Learning about their journey to Britain
Where in the World?
Look at our world map Find Britain on the map Can you spot Germany and Denmark? Who do you think lived in Britain after the Romans left?
Who Were the Anglo-Saxons?
Groups of people called tribes Came from Germany, Denmark and Netherlands Sailed across the sea to Britain Arrived about 1,400 years ago Came after the Romans left Britain
Key Words to Remember
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The Anglo-Saxon Journey Timeline
Timeline Challenge
Work in groups of 6 You have event cards with pictures and dates Put them in the right order on our class timeline Think: What happened first? What came next? Use your new vocabulary words!
Your Own Mini Timeline
Draw or write 3 main events Romans leave Britain Anglo-Saxons arrive by boat Anglo-Saxons build new villages Add pictures if you can!
What Have We Learned?
Who were the Anglo-Saxons? Where did they come from? When did they come to Britain? How do timelines help us understand history? Can you use our new vocabulary words?