The Middle Ages lasted for about 1,000 years, beginning when the last Roman emperor lost power around 476 AD, and ending sometime between 1400 and 1450 AD. All across Europe there are signs of the medieval past. Cathedrals tell us of the stunning artistic and engineering skills people had. Castles tell us about the power of the nobles. The landscape was shaped by peasants who cleared forests a…
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…
V&A Introduces: You Say You Want a Revolution is beautiful mini-hardback introducing the swinging sixties to audiences both young and old. Filled with brilliant illustrations, fascinating facts and engaging infographics, this is the perfect gift for children and adults alike.
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".
Have you ever wondered what children in other countries do for fun? If so, you are in for a treat. Walt Disney's "It's a Small World" is volume 12 in his Fun-to-Learn Library series.
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.
The Oxford First Encyclopedia is the ideal starting point for a child's early learning, now updated in these new editions. It takes young readers on a fascinating journey of discovery through the world of knowledge. The five books in the series - Animals and Plants, Earth and the Universe, My Body, People and Places and Science and Technology - have the answers to all a child's early questions …
Ever since it was published in 1978, the picture-book presentation of Robert Frost's poem "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" has been an enduring favorite. For this special edition with a new design, trim size, and three new spreads, Susan Jeffers has added more detail and subtle color to her sweeping backgrounds of frosty New England scenes. There are more animals to find among the trees, …
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.