Medieval Heraldry Packet -- Coat-of-Arms and Shields

Looking for a creative and fun way to teach about heraldry and life in the Middle Ages? This resource provides an overview of what heraldry is, explains its purpose in medieval times, and discusses noble classes of the time. There is also an overview of a family's coat-of-arms, with its intent and purpose. The entire packet features visuals, but the most exciting part is that it includes the 12 different shapes of shields and 30 different design ways that shields were divided AND includes the color theory of medieval times, specifying colors used and their symbolic meanings. Also included is a brainstorming worksheet on character traits and how to incorporate them into a coat-of-arms design. I used this packet to preface a project where students created their own coat-of-arms and shield. This packet was very helpful in guiding and engaging students.

Product breakdown:

• Character traits symbolism worksheet
• Heraldry, shield, and coat-of-arms informational text with visual guide
• Feudal system overview text with student response (artist statement)

See this product in action on my art education blog here: http://mrskart.blogspot.com/2014/02/medieval-timesmiddle-ages-shields-and.html