History Walk Level 21-22

History Walk takes readers on a journey through time as a group of children explore the stories and secrets of their city. By following a mapped route, they uncover historical landmarks and the rich narratives of their community. This engaging nonfiction text uses historical and current photographs, alongside varied text formats, to present factual information in a child-friendly way. The narrative helps students practise recognising word endings and letter clusters while introducing them to basic historical inquiry skills. The text structure and visual supports encourage analysis of how communities evolve and why preserving history matters.

Educational Benefits:

• Introduces historical thinking and community awareness
• Encourages exploration of past and present language structures
• Strengthens reading fluency through œed word endings and clusters
• Builds comprehension through varied text types and photographs

Classroom Ideas:

• Map a local history walk around your town or school
• Compare past and present using photos and timelines
• Create a mini-history museum with student-made artefacts
• Write a diary entry from a historical figure's perspective

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages: 6-8 years
• Book dimensions: 20.5cm x 19.5cm; 24 pages
• Safe for classroom use; no hazardous components
• Encourages critical thinking about history and community