Topic One (1.1): What is Chronology?

Introduction Icon.png Introduction

  • When you study history, you learn all about different events, time periods and people, and it is important to understand how they fit together over time. So that is why we are starting this course by learning about chronology, which is the historian’s ‘map’ of when things happened. Remember to read the content properly before attempting any activities.

Interact Icon.png Working through your coursebook

  • Complete the ‘Over to You’ section on page 9.
  • Make sure you are familiar with the terms AD, CE, BC and BCE.

Stretch Icon.png Extension activity for this topic

  • Make a timeline to show your life so far and the key events. Can you label your timeline with different periods (e.g. toddler period, Primary School period) as well as giving clear dates in chronological order?

Link Icon.png Optional resources

  • If you want to find out more, jump onto this video from Lagan History.

WATCH - What is Chronology? (YouTube) Links to an external site.