History
Medieval Times
Conceptual
9–11 yrs
Art & Architecture
艺术与建筑
Description
Medieval cultural achievements: illuminated manuscripts, Gothic cathedrals (flying buttresses, stained glass), Gregorian chant, the Bayeux Tapestry; art and architecture as expressions of faith and power
Mastery Evidence
- Describe what an illuminated manuscript is and who made them
- Name at least two features of Gothic cathedral architecture (pointed arches, flying buttresses, stained glass)
- Explain how medieval art and buildings were connected to the Church and religious belief
Assessment Prompt
If your child visited a Gothic cathedral, could they point out features like stained glass windows and flying buttresses and explain why medieval people built such impressive buildings?
