Write a Medieval Blacksmith's Resume

Travel back to the medieval era to explore the life and skills of a blacksmith—a vital tradesperson in every bustling village. In this creative and imaginative activity, your students fill out a resume for a medieval blacksmith and learn about the trade, the tools of the craft, and the daily life of someone who shaped weapons, armour, and tools for the community.

Let's get the forge fired up!

Printable & Activity Objectives

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Age: 8 to 9 year olds, Activity Time: 1-2 hours, Items Needed: Colouring and Writing pencils

In this printable activity, your students will step into the role of a medieval blacksmith by filling out an imaginary resume, while also using their creativity to colour and design a blacksmith's workshop.

It will help your child or student:

Historical context: The activity highlights the importance of tradespeople in medieval society, focusing on the blacksmith’s role. This gives students insight into how essential various occupations were for community life in the Middle Ages.
Cross-curricular learning: This activity integrates history, creative writing, art, and secondary research, enabling students to engage with multiple subjects at once and deepen their understanding of how these disciplines connect.
Research skills: Students can enhance their understanding of the blacksmith’s trade by researching medieval blacksmiths. This helps them develop vital research skills, such as gathering and analyzing information from various sources.

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Classroom Resources

Simple steps to start:

Research and find out more about the role of the blacksmith during the medieval era. Here's an very interesting video showcasing a real life reenactment of a medieval blacksmith's history, trade and skills: