Richard III

Year 6 have been studying the War of the Roses and some of the key protagonists and events within it. They have learnt about the Tower of London and were keen to see where the two princes were kept on their visit there earlier in the term. In class, they have been looking at Richard III and in particular at how he has been portrayed – both in writing and artwork – in contrasting ways. Was he a child murdering villain or a military leader who managed bravely with a spinal disability?