It is ideal if students come to us understanding some basic concepts of History. These include: a love of reading; understanding of second order concepts (significance, cause and consequence, change and continuity, similarity and difference), as well as experience with historical sources, and interpretations.
Try, if possible, to visit historical sites and museums. Watch age appropriate historical documentaries that interest you and can also help you improve your historical knowledge and skills.
Horrible Histories: Available to watch on BBC iPlayer (with parent/carer guidance).
History for Kids: games, videos, worksheets on many historical events helping you understand those that have gone before us.
BBC Learning Zone, Ages 7-11: History KS2 – Engaging short films about history specially made for 7-11 year-olds.