Well written and accurately researched historical fiction can provide a useful window into the past and an accessible entry into another time for students (and for teachers!).
One such historical novel we love here at Sovereign Hill is Bridie’s Fire by Melbourne author Kirsty Murray (Allen & Unwin, 2003).
Bridie’s Fire published by Allen and Unwin
Posted in Books for Teaching History, History Teaching, Victorian Gold Rush
Tagged books, immigration, irish famine, teaching resources, women
With Book Week upon us, we thought a book suggestion would be appropriate. One of the Notable Picture Books in this year’s Children’s Book Council Awards was Queen Victoria’s Underpants – by Jackie French and Bruce Wheatly.
Published by Harper Collins
In the early years of schooling the study of history is often about children noting simple differences between today and the past. During Book Week we are running an activity for early year’s students using this book and we have found it to be a great conversation starter. The story provides a great opportunity to discuss differences in clothing and lifestyle and the reference to underpants is always enjoyed and often prompts lively conversation.
Posted in Books for Teaching History, History Teaching
Tagged 1850s people, books, Queen Victoria, teaching resources, women
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