Lesson 3 - The Bayeux Tapestry
This set of materials provides a lesson plan for studying the Bayeux Tapestry, a historical source depicting the events leading up to and including the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The lesson plan focuses on developing students’ skills in using historical sources by examining the tapestry's content, provenance, and usefulness as evidence. It encourages critical analysis by exploring the possible biases and limitations of the tapestry as a historical record. The lesson culminates in a discussion on the tapestry's enduring significance and its value as a cultural and historical artifact.