KS2 Live Lesson: Viking Longships

Event Date:
October 15, 2026
Event Time:
9:30 am

Event details

Explore the fascinating world of Viking longships and discover how these remarkable boats were designed for exploration, trade and raids.

In this session, pupils will:

  • Explore the key features of a Viking longship and discover what each part was used for
  • Create and draw a labelled diagram of a Viking longship in JIT Paint
  • Use text, shapes, lines and arrows to clearly label the different parts of their ship
  • Learn how the design of Viking longships helped Vikings travel quickly across seas and rivers

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify and describe key features of a Viking longship
  • Create a clear, labelled historical diagram using digital tools
  • Use digital drawing and annotation tools to communicate information effectively

Teachers: If you have any issues, contact [email protected]

As with all Just2easy live lessons, the session will be recorded and available to watch back after the live stream.