Invokes curiosity & wonder to engage all pupils through arresting source material thought-provoking enquiry & clear vibrant pates Supports development of thinking skills through progressive steps in each enquiry which gradually build understanding & support individuals' thinking Supports development of thinking skills thorough progressive steps in each enquiry which gradually build understanding & support individuals' thinking Explicit & meaningful support for assessment for learning; including systematic attention to learning objectives & sharing these with pupils Encourages & challenges pupils of al abilities through differentiated steps based on key questions of historical significance Extra access' & extra challenge' support ideas are provided in the Teacher's Books Effectively aids the teaching of literacy across the curriculum through a rich range of texts