Learn more: Ofamily Learning Together 23. Explore the fascinating Viking culture, and use runes to write your name on a pendant. Viking raids were a common threat during parts of the Middle Ages. Learn what made a good castle, then design and build one yourself from whatever materials you have at hand. Kings and other powerful people built castles to protect their property, family, and even citizens. Don a knight helmetĬomplete your knight costume with these easy-to-make cardboard helmets. Make your own bow and arrow and give it a try! Swords and shields were usually reserved for knights and members of the aristocracy, but all Medieval men were expected to learn archery. Learn to replicate their beautiful calligraphy using something you probably already have anyway-Magic Markers! The printing press wasn’t invented until the very final days of the Middle Ages, so books were produced by monks, painstakingly handwriting page after page. Hold your own modern-day joust with pool noodle swords and washable paint. Jousts were a popular way for knights to practice for battle and show off their finely honed skills. This interesting simulation explores how it spread and the effects it had. No study of the Middle Ages is complete without understanding the massive impact the Black Plague had on communities everywhere. For kids who aren’t interested in battling it out as a knight, make a classic princess hat (known as a “hennin”) instead. Playing dress up is one of the best Middle Ages activities. What kid wouldn’t want to wear this cool coat of chain mail made from soda pull tabs? If this seems a little too complex, try making simple chain mail jewelry instead. Middle Ages activities like this one explore the artistry involved in creating them. Illuminated manuscripts are another of the great treasures of Medieval times. Listen to one of these Middle Ages podcasts as you work on some of the other projects shown here. Podcasts are a nice way to give your teacher voice a break. Learn all about the symbolism and rules of heraldry, then create a coat of arms to represent your personality. Design a coat of armsĭesigning a coat of arms is more than just picking a few pictures you like. Decorate the shield with your coat of arms (see below). Prepare for battle with a sturdy cardboard shield and sword you can use for lots of Middle Ages activities. This simple tunic requires no sewing skills, so kids of all ages can help put one together.
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Make stained glass windows inspired by the ones that adorned magnificent cathedrals. Life was infinitely harder during Medieval days, but that didn’t stop people from creating incredible works of art.
(As always, please preview videos for age-appropriateness.) 8. Not everyone could be a princess or a knight! Learn about some of the worst jobs of the time, from barber surgeon to treadmill worker. Discover the worst jobs of the Middle Ages
Rather than battering down the castle walls, use your catapult to fling paint at a canvas. Follow the directions to build a catapult with wood craft sticks, or challenge kids to engineer their own with simple supplies. This is the classic Middle Ages activity that every kid is waiting for. Learn more: History Gal/Teachers Pay Teachers 5.
Expand the experience by dressing and even dining like your character while you play! This clever game gives kids an idea of what it was like to live during these challenging times.
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