1. Our Greatest King or A Psychopathic Tyrant? Lesson Three
Henry VIII
Our Greatest King or
A Psychopathic Tyrant?
Lesson Three

2. Was Henry a good king? Start Here
LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Was Henry a good king?
Start Here
What is your opinion of young Henry VIII from this image (be sensible!).

3. Write down 3 suggestions that would have made Henry VIII more popular.
LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Was Henry a good king?
Write in your Books the title and date.
Write down 3 suggestions that would have made Henry VIII more popular.

4. Say one of your suggestions for
LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Was Henry a good king?
Key vocabulary:
Ruler
Obese
Reflect: What have we learnt so far?
Say one of your suggestions for
Henry VIII.

5. Making progress in history today:
LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Making progress in history today:
To evaluate the argument of historians about Henry VIII
Thomas Cranmer
To explain the impact Henry VIII has had in English history
Henry VIII
To describe the strengths and weaknesses of Henry VIII
Ann Boleyn
SMSC: moral – the impact of Henry’s decision on the World

6. LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Was Henry a good king?
How do you think Henry VIII compares to our current ruler; Queen Elizabeth II?

7. Knowledge Consolidation:
LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Was Henry a good king?
Knowledge Consolidation:
Watch the following film clip to make sure that you understand and appreciate what life was like during the Tudor times to an even better degree.
Horrible Histories showing Field of the Cloth of Gold:

8. LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Was Henry a good king?
Which famous person do you think would make an excellent king or queen and why?

9. Plenary: What have we learnt this lesson?
LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Was Henry a good king?
Plenary: What have we learnt this lesson?
With better guidance and medical advancement Henry VIII would have definitely been our greatest king.
Give this statement a score between +10 for True and -10 for False, be ready to explain your reasoning.

10. Homework : Due next week
LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Was Henry a good king?
Homework :
When he was young Henry VIII was like Superman, he was tall, athletic, handsome and was the champion at almost every sport he took part in. Create a poster to show Henry VIII in this positive way.
Due next week
Henry VIII liked to bet on anything, he would gamble thousands of pounds every day. He could afford it though, as he had 55 palaces!

11. LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Our Learning Journey
Even Better Learning: Some will evaluate the argument of historians.
Using appropriate vocabulary to discuss the historical impact of Henry VIII:
Developing historical skills:
Great Learning: Most will be able to describe the impact Henry VIII has had in English history.
Good Learning: All will be able to develop their knowledge about King Henry VIII.
I can use key words to discuss the historical impact of Henry VIII
Source inference skills
Supporting points with evidence
Completing independent research
Using ICT skills to present work effectively
I am developing historical skills

12. Reflective time: Was Henry a good king?
LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Was Henry a good king?
Reflective time:
1 Write one thing you have learnt this lesson.
2 What could you do to improve your progress?

13. Extension Activity: Was Henry a good king?
LO: Explore whether Henry VIII was our Greatest King or a Psychopathic Tyrant
Was Henry a good king?
Extension Activity:
Why do you think Henry VIII is one of our most famous rulers and do you think this is justified?