PROJECT 2

Let's learn about Medieval Heraldry! 🛡️

In the Middle Ages, people used coats of arms to tell stories about who they were, what they valued and what made them special. Animals, colours and symbols all had meanings — just like emojis today!

In this project, you will become a medieval designer and create your own coat of arms, inspired by your personality, interests and strengths. Get ready to explore symbols, colours and creativity, and travel back in time to design a shield that truly represents YOU. 

Are you ready?⚔️🎨

🛡️ Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Watch & get inspired
   Pay attention to what a coat of arms is and why knights used it.

2. Choose your shield template
   Pick the shield shape you like best.

3. Plan your meaning (brainstorm)
   Think about:

   • your hobbies

   • your favourite things

   • your family / home

   • an animal that represents you
     Choose 3–4 symbols.

4. Sketch your design (pencil only)
   Lightly draw your symbols on the shield.
   You can:

   • divide the shield into 4 sections, or

   • place symbols where you want.

5. Choose colours with meaning
   Pick your main colours and decide what they represent (e.g., courage, loyalty, peace).

6. Outline neatly
   Go over your final lines with a black fine liner / black marker.

7. Colour and decorate
   Colour carefully (no white gaps). Add patterns, borders, and details.

8. Add a motto or your name
   On the banner, write:

   • your last name, or

   • a short motto (example: Be Brave, Never Give Up).

9. Cut and mount
   Cut out your shield and glue it onto black/grey card to make it look medieval.

10. Present your coat of arms
    Share with the class:

• your symbols

• your colours

• your motto
  Start with: “This is my coat of arms…”