History Journeys: an Evacuee's Journey
Author(s): Peter Hepplewhite
Set in 1939, this title follows the journey of evacuee Joe Thompson from Sunderland to countryside of East Yorkshire. It provides background to social conditions of that time. It covers topics ranging from preparation for war, to health and welfare in Britain, homesickness, farmwork, schooling, rationing, the Battle of Britain and the Blitz.
Product Information
'History Journeys is a fabulous set of books which closely link to KS2 units and use a superb mix of fiction and factual information to take the reader on a journey through Britain during various historical periods.' -- TES Teacher 20030613 'A fresh angle on history, following a young person as they make a typical journey of their era.' -- Children's Buyer's Guide 20030117 '...the appealing design will engage children across KS2.' -- Junior Focus 20030801
Peter Hepplewhite is an experienced writer of children's history and has taught the subject for many years. He is currently the Education Officer for Tyne & Wear Archives Service.
General Fields
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- : hodch
- : hodch
- : 0.361
- : 15 May 2003
- : 278mm X 223mm X 10mm
- : United Kingdom
- : books
Special Fields
- : Peter Hepplewhite
- : Hardback
- : 942.084
- : 32
- : colour photos, artwork