Bracey, P., Gove-Humphries, A. and Jackson, D. (2006) Refugees and evacuees: enhancing historical understanding through Irish historical fiction with Key Stage 2 and early Key Stage 3 pupils. Education 3-13. 34(2), pp. 103-112. 1475-7575.
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Abstract:
This article explores the use of historical fiction as a means of undertaking a historical enquiry into the experiences of refugees and evacuees with Key Stage 2 and 3 pupils. The authors reflect on the reasons why people have come to Britain before focussing on specific circumstances associated with World War 2. This is undertaken through the use of two historical fiction novels set in Ireland. The choice of an Irish context is intended to challenge Anglo centric notions of the past. The authors also examine differing opinions over the validity of the place of historical fiction in history lessons and make a strong case for its inclusion. Specific teaching and learning approaches, together with teacher and pupil responses are considered. The novels chosen focus on an Irish dimension which also reflects the authors' work with the Ireland in Schools Project
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RAE2008 UoA45
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Creators:
Bracey, P., Gove-Humphries, A. and Jackson, D.
Publisher:
Routledge
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Date:
1 June 2006
Date Type:
Publication
Page Range:
pp. 103-112
Journal or Publication Title:
Education 3-13
Volume:
34
Number:
2
Language:
English
ISSN:
1475-7575
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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