History in the Early Years (One World Archaeology (Paperback)) - Softcover

Cooper, Hilary

Softcover

ISBN 10: 041510100X ISBN 13: 9780415101004

Publisher: Routledge, 1995

Synopsis

Until recently, history was sometimes seen as being inappropriate for young children. Increasingly however, teachers are discovering that children enjoy finding out about the past, yet researchers are often unsure about what counts as "real" history. Hilary Cooper explains the strands of thinking involved in historical enquiry at any level, the extent to which pre-school children can think in this way and how teachers can build on this thinking once children are in school, making history an integral part of good practice. The book includes case studies to illustrate points and activities through which historical thinking can be developed.

About this title

About the Author:

Hilary Cooper is Director of Professional Studies in the Department of Teaching and Education at Lancaster University.

Review:

'History in the Early Years is a timely response to a real need to support curriculum co-ordinators in primary schools. Hilary Cooper has succeeded in the difficult task of writing a text which provides the necessary theoretical underpinning of good practice and sufficient practical help to translate principles into memorable experiences and valuable outcomes...this book rings with a biblical authority on the subject and adds to the stature of this already highly regarded series.' - Times Educational Supplement

'This second book by Hilary Cooper is a pleasure to read ... at present it is the most thorough study of History at Key Stage 1. ... highly recommended.' - Teaching History

'History in the Early Years... is the most recent text with a thorough overview of research and practical suggestions for teaching all aspects of history to young children.' - Teaching History

About this edition

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 041510100X
• ISBN 13: 9780415101004
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224