Elizabeth I [Image]. (n.d.). The home of the Royal Family. Retrieved September 3, 2016, from https://www.royal.uk/elizabeth-i-r1558-1603
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Who was Queen Elizabeth I?
“There is no doubt that Elizabeth I was England’s greatest queen. She came to the throne of a country deeply divided, economically bankrupt and devastated by the persecutions and oppression of her half sister Mary Tudor. Under Queen Elizabeth’s 45 years’ reign, England was united, strengthened, entrenched as a Protestant nation, prospered and flourished and it defeated the great military superpower of the age, Spain.
Under Elizabeth, England experienced a renaissance of art, literature and architecture. Hers was an age of great men. During her reign William Shakespeare, perhaps one of the most famous writers of all times, began a 20 year career in the theatre during which he wrote 38 plays, containing more than a million words of beautiful poetry, that have been recited over and over by great actors throughout the centuries worldwide.”
Reformation Society. (n.d.). Queen Elizabeth I. Retrieved September 3, 2016, from http://www.reformationsa.org/index.php/history/104-queen-elizabeth-i
BIO. (2014, February 13). Mini bio: Elizabeth I [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDg9AoJYxeY
Non Fiction Print Resources
The best call numbers for this topic are:
- 305.40992
- 920.72
- 942.55092
eBooks
Online Databases
Both encyclopedias have three different levels. Pick the one that suits you best.
Websites
- Briscoe, A. (2011). Elizabeth I: an overview. Retrieved from http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/tudors/elizabeth_i_01.shtml
- Claudon, D. (2009). Paper dolls. Retrieved from http://www.gallimauphry.com/PD/gateway3.html
This may give you an idea for a museum piece.
- Elizabeth I. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.bbc.co.uk/timelines/ztfxtfr
This website gives information on Queen Elizabeth I using a timeline.
- Elizabeth I. (1997). Retrieved from https://www.royal.uk/elizabeth-i-r1558-1603
- D.I.Y.: coffee filter ruff necklace. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.daytonartinstitute.org/sites/default/files/pdfs/DIY-Coffee-Filter-Ruff.pdf
This may document may give you some ideas for a museum piece.
- Elizabeth I: fashion and beauty. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.rmg.co.uk/discover/explore/elizabeth-i-fashion-and-beauty
This page gives a brief description of Elizabeth’s tastes in clothing changed during her reign and how this influenced others.
- Queen Elizabeth I. (2016). Retrieved from http://www.biography.com/people/queen-elizabeth-i-9286133
Videos
BBC. (2014, July 14). Does my bum look big in this? [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tzt8f0FyiCE
This short video may give you some ideas for a museum piece.
Scott, J. (Producer), & Metivier, M. (Director). (2012). Elizabeth I [Video file]. Toronto: Shaw Media. Retrieved from ClickView database.
History – British Collection. (2014, January 19). Elizabeth: The virgin queen – part 1 [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jmhak-RI67o
This video is 50 minutes long but may be useful for more detailed information.
History – British Collection. (2013, October 13). Elizabeth: the virgin queen – part 1 [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0BEaSnadtQ
This video is the second part of a series and is also 50 minutes long. This episode is about her life after she becomes queen.
MrsTudor1. (2014, July 24). Elizabeth I: heart of a king [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0S6xhuf4hc
This is the final 50 minute video in the series.