Monarchs: What happens in a coronation?
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Overview
Westminster Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066. This 17-minute video explores what happens in a coronation through a range of fun and engaging segments including: investigating objects; visiting different places; storytelling; quizzes and games; and art and craft activities.
This resource might be particularly useful in teaching topics including ‘Monarchs’ and ‘Kings and queens’.
Download the accompanying teachers’ notes and activity pack, which includes resources for pupils to use alongside the video, as well as activities to continue your learning afterwards.
This video was originally released in the weeks leading up to the coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla on 6th May 2023. This is the third video in a series of three. You might also choose to watch the first and second videos.
Learning objectives
- To learn about the different stages of a coronation and what they involve
- To find out that the coronation service has remained largely the same for hundreds of years
- To understand that as part of this Christian service, the monarch receives Holy Communion
