History

by Pat Hughes and Kathleen Cox

Published June 1991
One of a series of photocopiable books designed to save busy primary teachers hours of preparation time, thus leaving them more time to teach, this book contains a collection of photocopiable activities which address a range of history skills, including empathy and sequencing. The book is divided into the two Key Stages. The illustrated sheets invite younger children to investigate and record their appreciation and understanding the first section encouraging an understanding of recent history and the passage of time, while older children are encouraged to use the sheets to develop their knowledge of the historical periods addressed in the Core and Supplementary Study Units. (CSUs and SSUs). It includes guidance to using the sheets and an explanation of how the book will help teachers implement the requirements of the National Curriculum.