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History

History at Eastern Green Junior School helps pupils understand how the past has shaped the world we live in today. Through the study of different historical periods, pupils develop curiosity about the past and learn how societies have changed over time.

Our history curriculum develops pupils’ understanding of:

  • chronology and historical timelines

  • cause and consequence

  • similarities and differences between historical periods

  • historical interpretation and the use of evidence

Pupils learn to think like historians by examining historical sources, asking questions about the past and forming their own informed conclusions.

Historical vocabulary is taught explicitly so pupils can confidently discuss and explain their understanding of historical events and periods.

History Topics by Year Group

Year 3

In Year 3, pupils begin to develop their understanding of chronology and early civilisations. Topics include:

  • Local History – Lady Godiva and Coventry

  • Ancient Egypt

  • The Stone Age to the Iron Age

Through these studies, pupils learn about early human societies, ancient civilisations and the history of their local area.

Year 4

In Year 4, pupils explore how societies developed and changed across different parts of the world. Topics include:

  • The Roman Empire and its impact on Britain

  • Victorian Britain and life for Victorian children

  • The Maya civilisation

These topics help pupils understand how different civilisations organised their societies and how the past continues to influence the present.

Year 5

In Year 5, pupils develop their understanding of how Britain has changed over time. Topics include:

  • Vikings and Anglo-Saxons

  • The Tudors

  • Ancient Greece

Pupils explore how different societies were organised, how power and leadership shaped history, and how ideas from ancient civilisations still influence life today.

Year 6

In Year 6, pupils investigate significant historical events and themes across time. Topics include:

  • World War II, including the impact of the Coventry Blitz on the local area

  • Crime and Punishment through time, exploring how laws and justice have evolved from the Roman period to modern day

These studies allow pupils to explore how societies respond to conflict, change and justice across different historical periods.

Through these topics, pupils develop a secure understanding of the past and how historical events have shaped the society we live in today.

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