Books

Learning together to be safe. Department of Children, School and Families

• A toolkit to help schools contribute to the prevention of violent extremism. This can be ordered or downloaded online at www.dcsf.gov.uk/publications or it can be obtained by phoning 0845 60 222 60, quoting ref: 00804 – 2008BKT-EN

The Noughts and Crosses Trilogy. Mallory Blackman Corgi Children’s 2006 ISBN-10: 0552555703

• A series of novels suitable for teenagers that looks at a star-crossed lover’s storyline across a racially divided community In this world however it is black people who have the wealth and power provoking an interesting examination of racism.

Caught in the Cross Fire. Alan Gibbons, Orion Books. 2003 Isbn: 978-1-84255-96-0

• A novel suitable for teenage readers that explores the stories of those living in a town affected by racial tensions and the emergence of a far right party.

Educating Against Extremism. Lynn Davies, Trentham Books. 2008 Isbn: 978 1 85856 426 5

• Looks at the processes that can lead individuals to extreme beliefs or the use of violence and suggests ways in which education can help

The Island.  Armin Greder. Allen and Unwin.  2008. Isbn 10: 1741752663

• A picture book that tells the story of a stranger washed up on an isolated island and the extreme reaction of the suspicious islanders.

The Conquerors.  David McGee. Anderton Press. 2005. Isbn 13: 978-1593540784

• A picture story book for children that follows a General and his big army intent on taking over the world and what happens when they invade a small, welcoming and peaceful community.

The Arrival. Shaun Tan. Hodder Children’s Books.  2006. Isbn 0-7344-0694-0

• A graphic novel that pictorially explores experiences of migration and displacement

The Adventures of Robin Hood, Howard Pyle, Sterling Children’s Classics [Unabridged] [Hardcover] 7 July 2005 ISBN-10: 1402714564

• This is an enjoyable version of the tales, written in a ready made swashbuckling storytelling style.  It captures a flavour of medieval England. This would be very engaging read to the class if they can grasp the unfamiliar vocabulary.

The Adventures of Robin Hood [Paperback] Marcia Williams, Walker Books Ltd (1 Oct 2007) ISBN-10: 1406311375

• A comic strip version of the story for children to read independently – may not be appropriate for older children.

William Tell and the Apple for Freedom (The Greatest Adventures in the World) Tony Bradman (Author), Tony Ross (Illustrator) Orchard (3 Mar 2005) ISBN-10: 1843624761

• A clear telling of the story with great illustrations suitable for younger children

William Tell: One Against an Empire (Graphic Myths and Legends) [Paperback] Paul D Storrie (Author), Thomas Yeates (Illustrator) Lerner (15 Feb 2010) ISBN-10: 0761353984

• A graphic novel version of the story.

A Child’s Garden:  a Story of Hope Michael Forman (Author), Walker (4th May 2009), ISBN-10: 1406312072

• A year 6 teacher recommended this book to us. She was using it in conjunction with the programme as part of a terms work on conflict.

If you have any other suggestions for this list please contribute or comment below.

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Websites

www.oxfam.org.uk/education/teachersupport/cpd/controversial

• Strategies and activities to help teachers address sensitive issues

http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/counter-terrorism/

http:/www.teachernet.gov.uk/wholeschool/behaviour/tacklingbullying/racistbullying/preventing/controversialissues/

• Support and resources for teaching controversial issues including violent extremism

www.nationaldrama.org.uk

• The official website for the drama subject association.  Available under its ‘Publications’ section are free downloadable drama resources for teachers to use with students to explore Community Cohesion and Preventing Violent Extremism

www.TheRedCard.orgA campaign that uses footballers to educate about racism.  The site also includes resources to explore related issues such as Islamaphobia.

Stories of William Tell

http://www.middle-ages.org.uk/william-tell.htm

• Basic account of William Tell – a useful reminder of the story

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Tell

• Explores meanings of the legend and what William Tell symbolises. Also includes notes on other similar myths

Stories of Robin Hood

http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/middle_ages/robin_01.shtml

• An essay which considers the “real Robin” and historical evidence

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robin_Hood

• Detailed exploration of Robin Hood ballads, early historical references and theories behind the origins of the mythical figure

http://www.boldoutlaw.com/

• An informal look at the myth behind Robin Hood, the possible real-life inspirations for the legend and associated historical information

Stories of the Gunpowder Plot

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gunpowder_Plot

• An extensive very detailed account of the background to the plot looking at multiple points of view and exploring many of the complexities useful for advanced students or source material for teachers

http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/civil_war_revolution/gunpowder_robinson_01.shtml

• A good broad introductory essay on the background, events and consequences of the plot

http://www.gunpowder-plot.org/

• Explores key locations, historical background and detailed character profiles of the plotters. Includes further reading, research and links to related articles.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/civil_war_revolution/launch_gms_gunpowder_plot.shtml

• A multiple choice game useful for revising specific information about the gunpowder plot with an animated journey around the cellars under the House of Lords

http://www.parliament.uk/about/faqs/house-of-commons-faqs/gunpowder-plot/

• A clear succinct account of the key events of the plot

http://www.gunpowderplot.co.uk/

• A simple version of events that sometimes makes bold statements of fact that are contradicted elsewhere. For instance the site claims that Tresham sent the anonymous letter to Monteagle and though he is a likely candidate it was not confirmed in any of the confessions when it may have been of advantage to.

General:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/

• A very useful starting point for any historical research. We particularly like the timeline and the a-z biographies of historic figures (found in the list on the right hand side of the page)