Renaissance History Comprehension, Humanism & Da Vinci, Digital-Print, Slides

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Description

No-prep comprehension activity on the Renaissance—perfect for middle and high school history classrooms. This engaging print-and-digital resource introduces students to key Renaissance values like humanism, scientific inquiry, and classical revival through the artworks and ideas of Leonardo da Vinci. Students will analyse primary sources, interpret visual texts like the Vitruvian Man and flying machine sketches, and reflect on how Renaissance thinking transformed Europe. Editable slides and a solution key make it easy to implement in any classroom setting.

What’s Included:

Editable PowerPoint presentation
Introduces the Renaissance and key figures like da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Galileo
Comprehension worksheet (PDF and Digital)
Primary source activities using famous artworks and inventions
Leonardo da Vinci source analysis
Based on the Vitruvian Man and invention sketches
Reflection questions on humanism and scientific thinking
Connects student learning to broader Renaissance values
Solution key
Perfect for grading, discussions, or peer feedback

Skills Developed Through This Activity:

Primary source interpretation
Analyze historical images and texts
Reading comprehension in historical context
Critical thinking and reflection
Connect Renaissance themes to modern science and values
Visual literacy
Decode symbolism and structure in historical artwork
Comparative thinking
Contrast Renaissance ideas with medieval beliefs

How to Use this Activity in your Classroom:

Use editable slides to introduce the Renaissance and key thinkers
Assign the comprehension worksheet for independent or partner work
Facilitate a discussion on humanism and scientific curiosity
Use the solution key to review answers with the class
Extend learning with a profile or mini-research task on another Renaissance figure