From the days of the first nomadic hunters to the present, The Illustrated History of the World set covers the entire sweep of history and offers a highly illustrated portrait of global development. It is the perfect starting point for students who wish to investigate the diversity of peoples and places throughout history and across the world.The set gives young people a balanced, global view o…
Presents primary source materials related to the discovery and settlement of America and daily life in the colonies, including the experiences of Native Americans, African Americans, and women.
Discusses the rise and fall of the empires of the past and the effects of empires on the present peoples of the world.
When were the Middle Ages? What did people wear? Was religion important? Did people travel? Where did they live? What Do We Know About the Middle Ages takes an exciting look at this fascinating time in history to answer these questions and more. Using color photographs and detailed illustrations, this book helps young people ask questions and leads them toward a better understanding of what lif…
Covering history and prehistory over the last 12,000 years - thinking, building, fighting wars, and the arts - this book is geered towards eight to ten-year-olds. It includes a special fold-out feature, "The Big Bang to the Present Day".
This series provides a rich resource of information with maximum impact. 1000 facts are covered by 100 topics, each with 10 key points that provide a simple but memorable handle on the subject. Fascinating information panels as well as extended captions amplify this quick-fire approach.
Presents an introduction to world history, from prehistoric peoples through ancient civilizations to the early twentieth century, focusing on the varying cultures, art, and daily life of civilizations throughout history.