Lesson Plan: The Execution of the Romanov Family

Lesson Details

Subject: History

Grade Level: High School

Duration: 90 minutes

Learning Outcomes

• Know the history of the Romanov family and their reign in Russia
• Understand the events leading up to the execution of the Romanov family
• Analyze the impact of the execution on Russian history
• Can do: Write a short essay on the significance of the execution of the Romanov family

Methodology

The lesson will begin with a brief lecture on the history of the Romanov family and their reign in Russia. Students will then work in small groups to analyze primary source documents related to the events leading up to the execution of the Romanov family. The class will then come together for a discussion on the impact of the execution on Russian history. Finally, students will individually write a short essay on the significance of the execution of the Romanov family.

Resources/Materials

• Primary source documents related to the execution of the Romanov family
• Whiteboard and markers
• Laptop and projector
• Paper and pens

Activities

1. Lecture on the history of the Romanov family (20 minutes)
2. Small group analysis of primary source documents (30 minutes)
3. Class discussion on the impact of the execution on Russian history (20 minutes)
4. Individual essay writing (20 minutes)
5. Essay sharing and feedback (20 minutes)