Last week we learned about Martin Luther and the start of the Protestant Reformation. However, in England, it was not Luther who sparked the Reformation but Henry VIII. Wedlock and succession were the catalyst, not indulgences and the misdeeds of the Catholic church that triggered the English Reformation. Have fun exploring the Monday Mix-ins we’ve compiled for you today on Henry VIII.
And speaking of Martin Luther, today is the day we honor another man who shares his name, Martin Luther King Jr. There are excellent holiday resources available to you in the parent portal. The Martin Luther King Jr. resource offers a brief history of the holiday as well as book and media recommendations. Be sure to check it out!
Divorced, Beheaded, Died: Divorced, Beheaded, Survived.
A quick poem to help your students remember the fates of Henry VIII’s wives.
Resource Links:
Tudor Religion Timeline | This helpful timeline gives an overview of all the significant dates of this tumultuous time.
Undercover Time Explorer | Pretend to be a Tudor or prepare a feast for Henry VIII with this fun interactive game.
The Life and Reign of Henry VIII | Check of the fascinating life of this fierce monarch.
Henry the VIII Facts for Kids | A easy to read brief biography with pictures.
Tudors | Take a quiz, explore the food, clothing and more as you learn about this family of rulers.
The English Reformation | An overview of the Reformation in England.
Henry VIII and his Wives | A printable coloring page.
Video Links:
*Parents, please preview for your students first.
What was life Like? Meet Henry the VIII | A fun look into Henry VIII’s life. Great for all ages.
Henry VIII – King of England & the English Reformation | A mini-biography, suitable for all ages.
Henry VIII and the Church | A tame video that tells the story of Henry VIII and shows some historical locations.
History vs. Henry VIII | A TED-Ed cartoon that puts Henry VIII and History on trial.
Strange Facts That You Didn’t Know About Henry VIII | Learn some new facts about Henry VIII. A longer video, probably best for older kids.
