Book Description

The Retroactive series continues to set the standard in providing a complete resource package for the New South Wales 7-10 History Syllabus. Fully updated with engaging new content, the Retroactive series develops students? understanding of key historical concepts and inquiry skills. Students and teachers can be assured of a comprehensive and authoritative coverage of the Stage 4: The Ancient World to the Modern World content and historical skills. KEY FEATURES ? manageable sections organised thematically using a visually engaging double-page format ? integrated history skills, including a Skill builder feature to help students develop confidence in working with historical sources ? detailed and clearly labelled colour diagrams and artwork to bring to life the people of the past and their societies ? clear text with a strong literacy focus, and glossary terms defined on the page at point of use ? varied and stimulating source-based activities ? carefully graded, categorised and scaffolded ? activities for each of the syllabus? key historical skills, provided in end of topic Practise your historical skills sections ? Retrofile features to showcase high-interest facts ? signposts to relevant supplementary material in the Jacaranda World History Atlas > eBookPLUS resources include: ? Access from any digital device PC/MAC/iPad/Android Tablet. ? Worksheets - Word documents designed for easy customisation and editing. ? Interactivities and games to reinforce and enhance student learning. ? eLessons - engaging video clips and supporting material. ? Weblinks to relevant support material on the internet. ? ProjectsPLUS - unique ICT-based projects that provide opportunities for students to demonstrate creativity, thinking skills and teamwork.