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Feudalism

Today’s Walking Classroom discusses Feudal society that emerged during the Middle Ages. Feudal society was set up like a pyramid. At the top of the pyramid was the King. Underneath the King, there were lesser nobles, like Dukes and Earls, and beneath the lesser nobles were the peasants. Each level served the level above it. Lower levels of the pyramid were given land and protection in exchange for service and loyalty to the higher levels of the pyramid in times of war.

Health Message: Role models
Character Value: Loyalty

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Common Core

L–Language | SL–Speaking and Listening | RI–Reading: Informational | RL–Reading: Literature | W–Writing | RH–6-8 Literacy in History/Social Studies | RST–6-8 Literacy in Science & Technical Subjects Elementary School:
RI.3.2, RI.3.3, SL.3.1, SL.3.4
RI.4.2, RI.4.3, SL.4.1, SL.4.4
RI.5.2, RI.5.3, SL.5.1, SL.5.4
Middle School:
RI.6.2, RI.6.3, SL.6.1, SL.6.4
RI.7.2, RI.7.3, SL.7.1, SL.7.4
RI.8.2, RI.8.3, SL.8.1, SL.8.4
RH.6-8.4

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Related Videos:


What is Feudalism?
1:40

Presents a brief overview of the feudal system.


The Feudal System
0:55

Describes the feudal system in the Middle Ages.

Additional Resources:


Exploring Medieval Birmingham
Virtual Field Trip

Embark on a virtual tour of the city of Birmingham as it looked in 1300 AD.


Middle Ages
Online Activity

Test your knowledge of terms relating to feudalism and the Middle Ages.


Feudalism Crossword Puzzle
Printable or Worksheet

Identify terms relating to feudalism.


Coat of Arms
Multi-Day Project

Design a medieval coat of arms.


Feudalism Simulation
Hands-on Activity

Re-enact a feudal society as a class with this activity from Teachers’ Curriculum Institute.

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