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Deliver an ambitious, knowledge-rich and global KS3 History
curriculum to develop pupils' knowledge of the past, build their
skills and equip them to progress through to GCSE 9-1 History.
Provide a coherent chronological KS3 history curriculum with 50
knowledge-rich lessons on early modern world history. Spark pupils'
curiosity, develop their understanding of the past and equip them
to investigate the past as a historian. Ignite an interest in early
modern history through memorable and compelling narratives, rich
contextual detail and extraordinary people Help all students to
think critically about the past by focusing on the knowledge they
need and then checking their understanding Build secure positive
identities and cultural capital with culturally and geographically
diverse coverage including five new global history units for the
2nd edition Support pupils' long-term learning with knowledge
organisers on key vocabulary, people, places, and dates Put
knowledge into context with a full timeline covering the broad
geographical scope of the period studied Easy to implement in your
school with the 10 unit/ 5 chapter structure and overarching
enquiry question per unit Deliver excellent lessons and save time
on your planning with the supportive Teacher Guide available free
on collins.co.uk, including suggested activities and sources, quick
quizzes, answers and essay ideas Unit 1: Henry VIII And The
Reformation Unit 2: The Later Tudors Unit 3: The English Civil War
Unit 4: Commonwealth and Restoration Unit 5: Georgian Britain Unit
6: Renaissance Europe Unit 7: The Americas Unit 8: The Ottoman
Empire Unit 9: Mughal India Unit 10: Edo Japan
Weimar and Nazi Germany 1918-39 Student Book is part of Oxford's
brand new Edexcel GCSE History series. This textbook series
provides the most up-to-date Edexcel exam practice and a
tried-and-trusted accessible approach to help students get the best
grades they are capable of, and enjoy their history lessons. This
textbook is written as part of our commitment to the inclusive
presentation of diverse histories, and developed by a team of
practising teachers with Edexcel examining experience and led by
Aaron Wilkes, head of history, PGCE History lead and trusted
author. This modern depth study explores the social, economic, and
political situation in Germany, from the early days of the Weimar
Republic, to the rise of Hitler, and the impact on life under the
Nazi Party's control. Exam-style Questions, Nail it! features and
carefully Sources and Interpretations help students prepare for
their Edexcel exam. Meanwhile, Later On and Earlier On features
help students make connections across time periods. How to...Exam
Practice pages provide step-by-step, accessible ways to practise
essential history skills. Perfect for use alongside Kerboodle,
which is packed full of auto-marked quizzes, exam practice, film
clips of interviews with historians, and continuing exam support.
We are working towards endorsement of this textbook from Edexcel.
A thrilling new graphic nonfiction series about real FBI cases,
launching with a gripping, minute-by-minute account of the only
unsolved airplane hijacking in the U.S.
CASE NO. 001: NORJAK
NOVEMBER 24, 1971
PORTLAND, OREGON
2:00 P.M.
A man in his mid-forties, wearing a suit and overcoat, buys a ticket
for Northwest Orient Airlines flight 305 bound for Seattle.
3:07 P.M.
The man presents his demands: $200,000 in cash and four parachutes. If
the demands are not met, he threatens to detonate the explosive device
in his briefcase.
So begins the astonishing true story of the man known as D.B. Cooper,
and the only unsolved airplane hijacking case in the United States.
Comic panels, reproductions of documents from real FBI files, and
photos from the investigation combine for a thrilling read for sleuths
of all ages.
What better way to draw readers into nonfiction than through an
exciting graphic novel? This series will appeal to readers of series
such as Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales. Fans of history and whodunits,
CSI-club kids, and graphic novel enthusiasts alike will be pulled in by
the suspenseful, complex, and kid-appropriate cases in this series.
Sidebars provide fun facts about pre-2001 air travel, serial numbers on
currency, airplane design, and more. Backmatter showcases period photos
and primary source material in FBI archives.
The first introductory and illustrated biography of the civil
rights icon. The untold story of Pauli Murray, activist, lawyer,
poet, and Episcopal priest, who broke records and barriers
throughout her life. Friend to Eleanor Roosevelt, colleague to Ruth
Bader Ginsburg, and student of Thurgood Marshall, Pauli Murray's
life was nevertheless not always an easy one. Her commitment to
fighting for the rights of women and all places her firmly in
history. A celebration of her life and its significance, including
the role of gender identity in her own journey. Deborah Nelson
Linck's book introduces Murray to children ages 6 to 12.
The 'Great Lives in Graphics' series is a new way of looking at the
lives of famous and influential people. It takes the essential
dates and achievements of each person's life, mixes them with
lesser-known facts and trivia and uses infographics to show them in
a fresh, visual way that is genuinely engaging for children and
young adults. The result is a colourful, fascinating and often
surprising representation of that person's life, work and legacy.
Using timelines, maps, repeated motifs and many more beautiful and
informative illustrations, readers learn not just about the main
subject of the book, but also about the cultural background of the
time in which that person lived. * A genuinely engaging way to
explore great lives * Aimed at children and young adults aged 8 to
12 * Conveys the life of a notable figure in an accessible and fun
way * Fact-packed infographics capture the key information about
each person's life and work * Builds into a colour-coded library of
collectible biographies * Instant, fun, striking and enjoyable to
dip into * Always educational, but also surprising. Each book
includes 15 spreads, all of which feature an introductory paragraph
and a visual concept. There are a few set concepts in each book:
Introduction - an inspirational overview of their life,
highlighting obstacles faced and the tenacity required to overcome
them. Timeline spread - charting their life from birth to death and
including major world events, putting their story in historical
context. Family outline - early family life and experiences in
education, relating them to similar questions and challenges
children face today. Geographical overview - map showing the
important places that feature in their lives, for example where
they were born, worked, lived and died. Glossary - helping children
to expand their vocabulary. Information is presented as visually as
possible, be it a set of numbers or even a single number expressed
with repeated icons. 'Versus' spreads highlight anything that
compares and contrasts.'Did You Know' facts, definition boxes and
inspiring quotes accompany each spread.
Step back in time to Ancient Rome and meet some of the many people
who lived, worked, and played during that time. From a young slave
boy to a fierce gladiator, a washerwoman to a wealthy lady, and a
mosaic artist to the emperor himself - each one will share with you
the story of their own daily life. Together, they are the Romans.
Featuring 19 different characters from Roman times, as well as an
introduction to the Roman world, a map of the empire and a timeline
of key events, this book provides a new angle on a classic subject,
bringing the ancient world to life.
Even the most well-known people have struggled to succeed! Find out
what they learned and how they turned their failures into triumphs
with this engaging and youthful guide on how to succeed long term.
There is a lot of pressure in today's society to succeed, but
failing is a part of learning how to be a successful person. In his
teaching career, Luke Reynolds saw the stress and anxiety his
students suffered over grades, fitting in, and getting things right
the first time. Fantastic Failures helps students learn that their
mistakes and failures do not define their whole lives, but help
them grow into their potential. Kids will love learning about some
of the well-known people who failed before succeeding and will come
to understand that failure is a large component of success. With
stories from people like J. K. Rowling, Albert Einstein, Rosa
Parks, Sonia Sotomayor, Vincent Van Gogh, Julia Child, Steven
Spielberg, and Betsy Johnson, each profile proves that the greatest
mistakes and flops can turn into something amazing. Intermixed
throughout the fun profiles, Reynolds spotlights great inventors
and scientists who discovered and created some of the most
important medicines, devices, and concepts of all time, including
lifesaving vaccines and medicines that were stumbled upon by
mistake.
Discover the fascinating history of the Asian community in Britain,
from the first settlers to the 21st Century. Newly updated, The
History of the Asian Community in Britain explores why people came
to Britain, the problems they faced and the contributions these
communities have made to British society. Brought to life with case
studies and rarely published photographs, this is an opportunity to
get up close to the experiences and vital impact Asian people have
had in Britain. Meet pioneers such as Sake Dean Mahomed and Jayaben
Desai and find out why the Asian community has been fundamental to
Britain's success on the world stage.
We Are Explorers tells the stories of fourteen women whose
adventurous spirit and curiosity saw them discover the world. Their
exhilarating life stories are told by the equally adventurous
author and illustrator Kari Herbert, whose father was the
celebrated British polar explorer Sir Wally Herbert. Herbert's
engaging style of story-telling brings both famous and little-known
female explorers to life, revealing the challenges they faced, the
significance of their achievements and their personal motivations.
With 45 illustrations in colour
Silvia's Dad loves re-enacting Roman battles on Hadrian's Wall -
unfortunately, he's stumbled through a one-way portal back to
ancient Rome and dragged the whole family along for the ride.
Silvia thought she was an ordinary schoolgirl - turns out, she's
half-goddess. And wait until you meet the rest of her family: her
uncle's raising an army, her mum's a warrior goddess and her dad
... well, he ends up turning to lava (don't ask). But it's Silvia
who now has the fate of the world resting on her shoulders ... A
laugh-out-loud funny family caper full of excitemnt and heart:
perfect for fans of Who Let the Gods Out! Readers will go on a
time-travel adventure - with a LARPing twist - as Silvia and her
family are catapulted back to Ancient Rome Perfect for ages 8 and
up PRAISE FOR PRINCESS BMX: 'Daft and delicious' GUARDIAN 'Quirky
characters [and] a hilarious plot' BOOKTRUST 'Lots of adventure
mixed with some very funny moments' PRIMARY TIMES
From the author-illustrator of The Eye of the Whale (Tilbury House,
2013), this nonfiction picture book tells the story of Lawrence
Anthony and the deep bond he forged with the matriarch of the herd
he saved at his animal reserve in South Africa. When Lawrence died,
the matriarch led all the elephants from remote parts of the
reserve in a procession to his home, where they gathered to mourn
him. They returned on the same day at the same time for the next
two years -- because elephants remember. This moving story of
human-elephant mutual love and respect will inspire readers of all
ages.
In Search of History provides learners and teachers with outstanding, accessible high-quality material that meets the CAPS requirements. The course builds learners confidence by using scaffolded activities, and by providing opportunities for practice and consolidation. Extension activities provide for learners aspiring to excellence.
Features:
- A wealth and variety of source-based activities consolidates knowledge and skills.
- A complete bank of planning tools is provided, ensuring that pacing and progression comply with CAPS requirements.
- A wide range of assessment tools facilitate assessment.
- Exam words are highlighted in the text to improve exam performance.
- A sample exam paper allows learners to effectively practise for exams.
The final volume of four of Mara L. Pratt's retelling of the
history of America, first published in 1891. This book covers the
period of great conflict from Lincoln becoming president and the
southern states seceding until the end of the civil war. The
recommended reading age is 8-12, and the chapters are short with
black and white illustrations, providing a wonderful introduction
to American history.
Get ready to travel across the world and back into history, to meet
some of the world's greatest explorers in this big fun, fully
illustrated reference book. Readers will learn about both famous -
and these days sometimes controversial - names, such as Columbus,
Magellan and Roald Amundsen, plus little-known ones, from a broad
range of cultures and backgrounds. These include Jeanne Bare, the
first woman to circumnavigate the Earth (which she did in the 18th
century, disguised as a man), and Matthew Henson, an African
American explorer who may have been the first person to reach the
North Pole in the early 20th century. Individual biographies will
also be interspersed with themed spreads that focus on wider topics
- such as First Journeys out of Africa, Aboriginal Songlines, the
Space Race, the future of human exploration, and much more.
Contents includes: Ocean Explorers Overland Explorers Ice and Snow
Explorers Exploring the Skies About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely
Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority
Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45
years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of
travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration
with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages
young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with
engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history,
space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global
citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way
that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
A history of Medieval conflict during key episodes of this era of
human development. Three decisive battles fought by knights in
medieval history are told in graphic novel format: In 1415, English
long bowmen devastate the French army in the Battle of Agincourt;
Successful in holding the French town of Orleans under siege for
six months in 1428, the English forces are about to meet 17
year-old Joan of Arc; In 1485, the fight for the throne of England
between two royal dynasties comes to an end at Bosworth. Each book
includes three amazing true stories of the times, from kings to
paupers, told in graphic comic book style. Further information,
illustrated with maps and artwork, gives the reader a background
history on each period. Perfect for readers aged 9 and up.
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