Teaching about the Second World War in the Primary School

Focusing on the teaching of history, this book examines the various external influences affecting the subject, particularly for Key Stage 2 students. It addresses contentious issues such as political involvement, media portrayal, societal perceptions, and the impacts of gender and ethnicity, using the Second World War as a case study. While acknowledging these influences, the author argues that they do not undermine the validity of history as a subject. This work is valuable for primary educators and anyone interested in the factors shaping the History National Curriculum.