The Tudors: The War of the Roses | Middle School Social Studies

Description

Engage your students in historical analysis and critical thinking with this differentiated reading comprehension activity focused on the War of the Roses—a pivotal conflict that shaped the future of the English monarchy and laid the foundation for the Tudor dynasty. Designed for middle school social studies classrooms, this resource explores the causes, key figures, and long-term consequences of the War of the Roses, emphasizing its historical significance during the Reformation period.

This resource includes an engaging reading passage presented at four differentiated Lexile levels (300-600, 601-800, 801-900, and 900-1200) to ensure accessibility for all students. Each version includes multiple-choice and short-answer questions that encourage students to analyze the power struggles between the Houses of Lancaster and York, the rise of Henry VII, and the lasting impact of the Tudors on England’s political and cultural landscape.

Perfect for whole-class instruction, small group work, independent reading, and historical discussions, this resource saves you time while helping students develop their historical thinking skills and comprehension of this important era.

For use by individual teachers only. For whole-school use, please contact me at [email protected]