Research Paper - Renaissance England
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Step 1: Books in the LibraryThe library has a number of books covering the Renaissance period. Please keep in mind that a book might not be on your topic specifically, but still have good information. Remember to check the table of contents and index for your topic.
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Step 3: Library Databases
Biography in ContextSearch for famous people from the Renaissance period. Search for people connected to your topic. Example: If you are researching the War of the Roses, look up people from the House of York and the House of Lancaster. Password: bombers
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Step 4: Film Clips (Available through Safari Montage)
Look for videos on Safari Montage. Ms, Luce created a playlist with clips. Click on playlists, then School Playlists. The playlist is called Renaissance Era - Hankins 12.
Use your computer login and password to go on Safari Montage.
Use your computer login and password to go on Safari Montage.
Here are a few examples of videos available on Safari ontage. There are many other videos available.
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Britain Arises: England Defeats the Spanish Armada (11:15)
Explores the impact of naval power on war throughout history by depicting the English defeat of the Spanish Armada. |
History of the Renaissance (22:08)
What was the Renaissance? How did it begin and why? A History of the Renaissance answers these questions and more as it investigates the driving forces behind this brilliant period of artistic and scientific achievement. |
Step 5: Recommended Websites
Here are a few websites with good information and which are considered reputable. Please start with these websites. Only search google once you've looked here.
General Sites (Covers many topics)Official Website of the Monarchy
Short biographies of the royals, including Henry VIII, Lady Jane Grey, Mary I and Elizabeth I.
BBC - History: Tudor
From Henry VIII, the Reformation, Elizabeth I, and the Armada.
BBC History: Historical Figures
Search for famous people during the Renaissance.
Britannia - American's Gateway to the British Isles
Resource for the times, places, events and people of British history.
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Sites for Specific TopicsBritish Library - Henry VIII
Key documents from the life and times of Henry VIII, the pious yet bloodthirsty king whose reign forever changed the nature of England. With video extracts from David Starkey's acclaimed Channel 4 series 'Henry VIII: The Mind of a Tyrant'.
History of London
Information on the city of London throughout the centuries.
The Great Fire of London - History Channel
The History Channel presents information of the fire that destroyed much of London in 1666.
Lady Jane Grey - About.com
Biographical information about the nine-day queen.
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