People Who Help Us (History from photographs)

by PatHughes (Author), KathCox (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2006

  $4.63

  This simple book compares photographs of people in common roles in the community in the early 20th century with similar people typically seen today. Child readers are encouraged to look in detail at the photographs to learn about life in the past and how it is different today. PEOPLE WHO HELP US includes postal worker, shop assistant, librarian, doctor, police officer and firefighter. Differentiated text enables less able readers to access the information in the book as well as providing more detailed information for the more able. Detailed information on each of the historical photos is provided at the back of the book for teachers as well as a picture glossary, index and lists of further reading and places to visit. This new edition of one of a popular series has been updated with some new photos of life today.

• Used

  Paperback
  1997

  $3.51

  The book compares historical photographs of people in society who help others from the turn of the century, with equivalant modern photographs. By comparing photographs from the past and present, children are able to develop observation skills, ask questions, and discuss their ideas. Supporting information on the photographs, differentiated text and a picture glossary allow the book to be used on a number of levels by children, teachers and parents.

• Used

  Hardcover
  1995

  $8.05