Migration, Slavery, and Movement (Year 8 History)**

Lesson Summary
Today we will explore how the British Empire moved millions of people across the globe. Pupils will examine the horrors of the Transatlantic slave trade, understand the rise of indentured labour after abolition, and investigate how these vast movements of people helped create the modern world. This lesson builds sensitive, accurate historical understanding while highlighting long‑term global consequences.

What’s Included

• Full PowerPoint lesson with clear modelling and engaging visuals
• Worksheet task: Explore key terms in depth with Frayer‑style panels
• Peer and group discussion opportunities
• In‑lesson tasks developing historical empathy, interpretation, and analysis of migration systems
• Engaging materials designed in your premium, minimalist style

Why Teachers Will Like This Resource
This lesson supports pupils in understanding the human impact of empire through forced and voluntary migration. It builds strong historical thinking skills, uses carefully selected sources, and provides a clear, structured approach to teaching sensitive content. Ready to teach, visually engaging, and ideal for Year 8 studying global change and imperial legacies.

Some visuals in this resource were made with AI to help bring ideas to life and support student understanding.