The Importance of History Lessons for Children

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AD: History is an important lesson for us all to learn about, whilst it might seem irrelevant to learn about things that have happened in the past, it's actually really important that we DO learn about them. The events and actions of history have a lot to do with how we live in the modern day which is why is so important for all children to be expected to learn history in primary and secondary school.

 Thereafter, they will have the option of continuing with the subject through to GCSE and A level. The reason why it has such a key focus is that it helps children in understanding the wider world. History shapes both the present and future; in learning about it, they can understand why things are the way they are. It also happens to be a subject that children enjoy learning about. According to research, history’s the second most favoured subject taught at school. 

Below are some more interesting facts from a private school in Cheshire on history and its role in education.

Easter Sunday visit to The MSHED! (Bristol)

Hello everyone, I hope your all having a lovely easter? 

Well today in true bank holiday style it rained lol! So we decided to check out the Mshed in Bristol. 

The Mshed is a museum based in the centre of Bristol and it is all about the history of Bristol itself!

"For the first time, Bristol has a museum dedicated to telling the amazing history of the city, through the objects and stories of the people who have made the city what it is today.

Located on the historic dockside, Bristol's flagship museum has been designed to retain the unique character of the former 1950s transit shed.

Three galleries reveal the fascinating story of the city and its unique place in the world. From prehistoric times to the present day, explore the history of Bristol through the objects and stories of the people who made the city what it is today.

See amazing film and photographs, listen to moving personal stories, encounter rare and quirky objects and add your own memories of the city through the interactive displays."

With James only being 4 and a half I wasn't sure how much he would enjoy it but he loved it! There was plenty for him to at and plenty of interactive screens all at kiddy friendly level so easy for little ones to use.