Children’s / Teenage general interest: History and the past

Book SynopsisThe discovery and mapping of the world, its peoples, oceans and continents, are the result of centuries of exploration. This book traces the history of such travel and the pioneers who pushed back the frontiers of the known world. It explains the reasons for their journeys, whether out of scientific curiosity, to create trading opportunities, to spread religious beliefs or for personal gain or glory.With the aid of over 250 illustrations, maps and photographs, this accessible reference work captures all the excitement and spirit of adventure.

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Book SynopsisThe story of the how Saint Andrew's Cross, or The Saltire, became Scotland's Flag. Part of the Corbies series of books. Ideal for explaining aspects of history to younger children. Recommended for age 7+.

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Book SynopsisFrom the wrath of Macbeth to the kindness of Margaret, from the warrior-like Robert I to the poetic charms of James I, from the romantic spirit of Mary, Queen of Scots to the trend-setting George IV - the Kings and Queens of Scotland are brought vividly to life in this colorful pageant of characters, and there are many tales of plotting and fighting along the way. The book features photographs, portraits, prints and etchings, and interesting objects from National Museums Scotland and other national collections. It also contains an additional 8-page section of facts and activities for children of 7-10. You can find out: which King was known as 'Great Chief' or 'Big Head'; what Robert the Bruce learned from the spider; which King died because of a blocked drain; which King used to wander about in disguise; and, how Mary, Queen of Scots escaped from an island castle. The new look Scotties are exciting, full-color information books containing a wealth of interesting facts, illustrations and photographs, stimulating activities, places of interest, and selected websites.Table of ContentsGeneaological chart Kings and Queens Royal signs Early Scottish rulers Macbeth Malcolm III and Margaret David I Trouble with Norsemen The Maid of Norway and John Balliol William Wallace Robert I, The Bruce James I, The Law Giver James II 1430-1460 James IV and the Battle of Flodden James V, the poor man's king Mary, Queen of Scots James VI and I: Union of the Crowns Rulers after the Union Royal visits to Scotland Royal residences in Scotland Answers/Useful websites Facts and activities section (including Places of interest)

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Book SynopsisThis rewritten and redesigned edition of a popular title in the Scotties series, gives a fascinating glimpse into life at the most northern edge of the Roman Empire. Find out: about life in a Roman fort; how and where Roman soldiers lived in Scotland; what the Romans ate; which gods and goddesses they worshipped; how they enjoyed themselves; about Roman technology and medicine; how trade developed; and much more. Scotties are exciting,Scottish information books for young readers with four-colour photographs and illustrations. Each title contains a wealth of interesting facts, stimulating activities for home or classroom use, a list of useful websites and suggestions for places to visit.Table of ContentsThe wild frontier Caledonia The Roman army Victory! at Mons Graupius Trimontium: a Roman fort Roman ships Hadrian's Wall Gods and godesses The Antonine Wall Eating, Roman style health, Roman style The bath-house Calculating, Roman style latin alphabet and language Roman technology Transport and trade The legacy of Rome Did you know? 'On a Roman Helmet', a poem by Will H. Ogilvie Timeline Answers Facts and activities section (including places of interest)

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Book SynopsisParliaments existed in Scotland, off and on, from about 1200 till there was the Union with the English Parliament in 1707. In 1998 the Scotland Act decreed that 'There shall be a Scottish Parliament' and the new, devolved Parliament opened on 1 July 1999. This Scotties activity book for children aged 9-12 gives the early history of Parliaments in Scotland and then looks in more detail at how the present Parliament in Holyrood works. Scotties are exciting, full-colour Scottish information books for young readers. Each title contains a wealth of interesting facts, stimulating activities for home or classroom use, a list of websites, and suggestions for places to visit.Table of ContentsWhat is the Parliament of Scotland? Kings and Guardians of the Realm Mary Queen of Scots and the Reformation Why did Scotland lose its Parliament? Eighteenth-century flashpoints The Westminster Parliament up to 1938 What is Devolution? Stepping stones to Devolution Opening of the Scottish Parliament, 1999 Parliament plans its new home Say but little and say it well Open the doors" November 2004 The Parliament of Scotland The debating chamber The two Holyrood voting systems Government and the Scottish Parliament The work and workplace of an MSP The achievements of the first decade Scottish Youth Parliament Donald Dewar's speech Edwin Morgan's poem Places to visit, website, wordbank Facts and activities section

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Book SynopsisWho was the world’s first female programmer? Who made history as the first British woman to sail solo around the world non-stop? Who is Birmingham’s first female Muslim MP? Meet Mary Lee Berners-Lee, Lisa Clayton, Shabana Mahmood and many more in Once Upon a Time in Birmingham, a lively introduction to thirty of Birmingham’s most awe-inspiring women, past and present. From pioneers in their field to everyday heroines, these are women who refused to be silenced, who fought for what they believed in, who proved they were just as good as men… if not better!Compete in two days of challenging heptathlon events with Olympic gold medallist Denise Lewis. March the picket lines with staunch activist and seeker of justice Jessie Eden. Raise your voice and speak up for girls around the world with courageous campaigner and Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai.Accessible, educational and downright inspirational, this empowering collection of creators and innovators, activists and changemakers, is a must-read for all ages. Complete with vibrant illustrations from a host of up-and-coming female illustrators, learn about the women who made, and are making, Birmingham the great city it is today.

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Book SynopsisTales of pirates, whether in fact or fiction, have long excited young imaginations. The pirate stories here all have a Scottish connection. The title is part of the Scotties series of activity books for young readers and includes an 8pp black and white section of activities which are photocopiable for home or classroom use.Trade Review' … Flicking through the book quickly reveals that the quality of the illustrations is very high throughout. It also reveals that there is a nice balance between illustration and written content. It's certainly attractive enough to draw young readers in, but having done so, there's quite a lot of actual content here to inform and entertain them.' Undiscovered ScotlandTable of ContentsPiratical terms and their meaningsPirate quizRaiders, hijackers and kidnappersPrivates and privateersScottish pirates of the golden ageScottish pirate huntersPiratical doctors

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Book SynopsisMeet the convicts behind Australia's most rascally, dastardly prison escapes. Gifted geniuses or total goofballs? You be the judge! Featuring Moondyne Joe, Mary Bryant, and a guy who put on a kangaroo skin and hopped away (literally), this fun and engaging collection brings Australia's early colonial past to life.Trade Review'Highly recommended...wonderfully illustrated...easily accessible...An excellent resource for school or public library.' Kathryn Beilby, ReadPlus'While Australia's colonial past does come with its own complications, I was very happy to see that where the stories of the escaping convicts converged with Aboriginal people, the author/publishing house has had their information reviewed by relevant Aboriginal advisory bodies. This was noted in the Acknowledgement at the beginning of the book and again in specific chapters...The layout of the book is fantastic, the stories contain enough information about the escapes and the illustrations add a touch of whimsy and humour to the book. It was, overall, a fascinating read.' Noveltea Corner'This is an intriguing book that will add insight and understanding into our past in a way that is not the usual dry recounts full of facts and figures.' Barbara Braxton, The Bottom Shelf

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Book SynopsisThe stories of twenty Irish feminists who rocked the system and changed history, told by one of Ireland's leading writers for young people. Twenty illustrated essays on Irish women, historical and contemporary, who have defied cultural norms around femininity and achieved great things. The subjects include Irish women from Queen Medb to Eileen Gray, from Constance Markievicz to Sonia O’Sullivan, covering stateswomen, artists, writers, activists and rebels of all kinds. Written by multi award-winning author and first Laureate na nÓg (Irish Children’s Laureate), Siobhán Parkinson. Perfect for use in schools as well as for leisure reading, this collection celebrates the role of women in Ireland’s changing society. With a foreword from political activist and first lady of Ireland, Sabina Higgins. 'This book will inspire all its readers to play their part in creating a world that is fair, harmonious and equal.' — Sabina HigginsTrade ReviewEssential reading for young history buffs. -- Sara Keating * Irish Times *

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Book SynopsisDiscover 100 of the world’s most remarkable artefacts, most stunning artworks and most intriguing ruins in this beautifully illustrated book about Earth's treasures. Treasures both natural and manmade make an appearance in a tour which stretches across thousands of years and all around the globe. Discover sunken wrecks loaded with pirate gold, the abandoned tombs of the world's most powerful rulers and even meteorites – treasures from outer space! A central gatefold offers a world map revealing the locations of all the treasures included in the book, while Blue Peter award-winning author David Long also addresses contemporary topics such as our threatened natural wonders and the ownership of cultural treasures.Trade ReviewNON-FICTION BOOK OF THE MONTH: "A sparkling compendium of treasures throughout history. Spanning different cultures, civilisations and periods in history, this highly illustrated non-fiction book is suitable for inquisitive upper KS2 children." -- Tom Tolkien * The School Reading List *"This fascinating non-fiction title, written by David Long and illustrated by MUTI, is a treasure trove packed with information on everything from natural wonders and ancient tombs to famous paintings and historical manuscripts. The range of topics included, rich illustrations and captivating facts will have young readers returning to this book again and again." -- Emma Dunn and Sarah Mallon * The Scotsman *"This is a fantastic snapshot of what is fascinating in our world." * Juno Magazine *"If you fancy going on a thrilling treasure hunt, open the pages of this brilliant book and discover over one hundred of the world’s most extraordinary wonders! … With the fun of discovery on every page, this is the perfect book for young explorers and treasure-hunters!" -- Pam Norfolk * Lancaster Guardian *"A fascinating, fact-filled education." * Armadillo Magazine *"In accessible language and alongside beautiful illustrations from Muti, this hardback book is a treasure in its own right." * Big Issue North *"Amazing Treasures is bursting with over 100 amazing things from around the world ... There is so much in this fantastic book. The information is presented in bite-sized chunks making it perfect for dipping into and coming back to again and again. Amazing Treasures would be a huge hit in any classroom library and would also make a lovely gift." -- Kate Heap * Scope for Imagination *

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Book SynopsisDiscover ancient Greece through the eyes of the young people who live there. Introduces 20 young Greeks and the jobs they are learning. Makes the ancient Greek world more accessible for today's young readers. Shows the lives of girls and women on every page providing an inclusive view of life in the ancient world.

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Book SynopsisWhat does it take to be an investigative journalist and discover the truth against all the odds? Daphne Caruana Galizia had a happy childhood with her family on the small island of Malta, loving books, stories and writing. When she succeeded in her ambition to become a journalist, she discovered that there was much to write about in her home country. She found that greedy and corrupt politicians were making themselves rich rather than working for the good of their people. Fearlessly, Daphne exposed criminal and dishonest activities. Her enemies responded with threats and insults to discourage her from revealing more. But nothing could dissuade Daphne from fighting for what she believed in. Trade Review“This book powerfully captures Daphne’s story of incredible courage and persistence, and will inspire the next generation to continue her fight for truth and justice.” -- Reporters without Borders * Rebecca Vincent *"It coruscates in the way it tells this true story. At once there is a deep, strongly-felt passion for the woman that shines out brightly...there is also - not overtly, but still there below the surface - the roaring anger about how something so good and beautiful could be taken from us. Become friends with the book, listen to the truth of its message, hold this story in your hands and your heart." * A Few to Read *"It really is special." -- Jon Biddle * Twitter *"A picture book that reminds me why we need picture books: to tell stories about inspirational people. This story...will stay with me for a long time." -- Jo Bowers * Associate Dean, Cardiff Metropolitan University *"Should be in every primary school collection." * Red Reading Hub *"This is no ordinary picture book but one with a clear message, and motive - to show that Daphne's life was not in vain. In a time in which people's freedoms are being eroded, it is more important than ever that people are there to scrutinise leadership and governance, and who better to impassion in that venture than the next generation?" * Books for Keeps 5-star review *"I love the power of this book...the message is clear and simple: fight injustice; do not give up, be true to yourself. But it is the images that make the book so powerful, conveying the difficult message symbolically, without being overly frightening." * Juno *"A gold star achievement for a picture book: a wholly age-appropriate account of the extraordinary life of Maltese human rights activist, Daphne Caruana Galizia. The book explores complex ideas...It shows the vital importance of truth-seeking - of asking questions rather than accepting lies, of standing up for justice." * Amnesty International - Top books to inspire young activists *"..an invaluable aid in classes eager to develop critical thinkers … This book is an important resource for KS2 to discuss press freedom, peaceful protest to uphold truth and justice, women in journalism and power politics." * English 4-11 *"This is a welcome addition to the genre reminding us there are many inspirational figures around the world who may not be familiar figures – but who should be." * Ibby UK *

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Book SynopsisTake time to connect with the world as you embark on 40 slow adventures. Each of these journeys are on foot, bike, boat or train, allowing you to take in the history, absorb the landscape and meet extraordinary people along the way. Whether you roam the ‘Rose City’ of Petra, feel the magic of the Great Stones Way or sail back in time on the River Nile, these journeys, illustrated step-by-step through each location and accompanied by texts from bestselling author ‘Godfather of the Slow Movement' Carl Honoré provide young readers with a feast for the senses and food for the soul.Trade Review"Savour each moment and TRULY experience the riches of the world." — The Daily Mail "A beautiful, mindful approach to traveling the world." Juno Magazine"This book has given me itchy feet!... A beautiful, mindful approach to traveling the world." Juno Magazine

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Book SynopsisScience is everywhere! Join us to shine a light on all things STEM with essential scientific literacy skills. From understanding the scientific method to solving problems and communicating the facts, learn to THINK, READ and TALK like a scientist!

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Book SynopsisRead about Laura Ashley''s valuable contribution to our culture as a fashion designer. Another book in the popular ''Welsh Wonders'' series.

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Book SynopsisRead about Betty Campbell''s valuable contribution to our culture as Wales''s first black headteacher. Another book in the popular ''Welsh Wonders'' series.

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Book SynopsisTake a thrilling journey back in time to the land of the pharaohs. This beautifully illustrated book is full of ancient secrets, glittering gold, priceless treasures and Egyptian stories from more than 3,000 years ago. Meet mighty pharaohs and powerful queens. Awaken mythical gods and magical goddesses. Unwrap a pharaoh's mummy and decipher hieroglyphics. Discover why an amulet is lucky and what gruesomness hides inside a canopic jar. Watch everyday life along the River Nile. Every page reveals a fabulous treasure and its unique story.Table of ContentsA Princess's Coffins Boat of the Dead Hunting in the Marshes A Living Goddess The Blue Hippo The Magic Sons of Horus The Pharaoh's Golden Mask Mummy of a Cat Egyptian Bakery Throne of Gold The Bringer of Food Music for a God The Little Green God Animal Board Game The Golden Buckle The Palace Garden Servants of the Dead Queen with a Crown of Feathers Garden of Delights Soul House Seated Scribe The Eye of Horus The Little Ploughman In Memory of a Queen A Game of Chance The Cat Goddess Golden Sandals Feast for a Princess The Ram God A Goddess's Rattle Royal Bracelet Book of the Dead The Spirit of the King The Blue Hedgehog Farming by the Nile The Pharaoh's Daggers Map of Egypt and the Nile marking where each treasure was found

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Book SynopsisPhilosophy ask questions such as: What does it mean to be human? What is truth? What is good? These are all very BIG questions that need exploring and the sooner children start to think about the answers, the better our world will be. Content includes the following questions and our attempt to answer them: What is philosophy?What is life?What does it mean to be human?What makes us happy?What is good?What is love?What is truth?What is knowledge?What is time?What are ideas?What is beauty?What should I say?What should I do?This delightful series builds foundations for life-long learning by explaining big ideas to little people.Using simple language to explain complicated ideas, each book takes the core questions that relate to each subject and provides answers that make sense to young children. Stunning illustrations support the non-fiction narrative ensuring our picture book approach feels fresh and different.Trade ReviewLancashire Evening Post - If you want to encourage your little ones to start engaging with big ideas, this perfectly pitched Little Book, Big Idea series has some resonant questions and answers. The first book in the series tackles philosophy and asks questions like what does it mean to be human, what is truth, what is good, what makes us happy and what is knowledge?; Teacher Reader - Whether you're an aspiring philosopher or just curious about the world around you, this book and this series sound like the perfect introduction to the world and will inspire you to keep asking questions and seeking answers throughout your life.; V's View From The Bookshelves - I love the effort that has been put into ensuring that all children will be able to recognise themselves in this book, and the range of questions and answers are likely to satisfy the most curious young reader. My particular favourite page poses the question, "what should I say?" and is filled with answers which encourage kindness and thoughtfulness when choosing which words to use. With a clear and comprehensive glossary at the back, this is a beautifully produced non-fiction book which I would highly recommend to any primary school library, Key Stage One classroom or home containing inquisitive children.;

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Book SynopsisStudying history, in theory, should stop us from making the same mistakes again. But only if we keep asking questions such as Who studies history? Who should you believe? Whose stories haven't been told. These are all very BIG questions that need exploring and the sooner the better. This delightful series builds foundations for life-long learning by explaining big ideas to little people. Using simple language to explain complicated ideas, each book takes the core questions that relate to each subject and provides answers that make sense to young children. Stunning illustrations support the non-fiction narrative ensuring our picture book approach feels fresh and different.Trade ReviewA series of factual books for kids ... giving you plenty of scope to extend the Q&A sessions, or supplement curriculum learning. Teach Primary; The excellent Little Book, Big Idea series ... is a useful series for introducing young readers to a better understanding of big issues. Absolutely Education.Table of ContentsContent includes the following questions and our attempt to answer them: What is history? Why is history important? When does history start? Who studies history? What is studied in history? Who should you believe? Who were the first historians? How do we study history? Who was important in the past? What are the different ages of history? What are the different types of history? Whose stories haven't been told? How does history help people?

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Book SynopsisNow more than ever, other cultures are affecting our everyday lives—and our children need to learn about the other countries of the world and their history. Susan Wise Bauer has provided a captivating guide to the history of other lands. Written in an engaging, straightforward manner, this revised edition of The Story of the World: History for the Classical Child, Volume 2: The Middle Ages weaves world history into a story book format. Who discovered chocolate? What happened to the giant Fovor of the Mighty Blows? Why did the Ottoman Turks drag their war ships across dry land? The Story of the World covers the sweep of human history from ancient times until the present. Africa, China, Europe, the Americas—find out what happened all around the world in long-ago times. Designed as a read-aloud project for parents and children to share together, The Story of the World includes each continent and major people group. Volume 2: The Middle Ages, is the second of a four-volume series and covers the major historical events in the years 400 to 1600 CE, as well as including maps, illustrations, and tales from each culture. Each Story of the World volume provides a full year of history study when combined with the Activity Book, Audiobook, and Tests—each available separately to accompany each volume of The Story of the World Text Book. Volume 2 Grade Recommendation: Grades 1-6.Trade Review"This may well be the best multi-age read aloud narrative of world history yet to have been written." -- Homeschooling in Japan

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Book SynopsisVibrant, inspiring black women whose accomplishments have changed the world.

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Book SynopsisA picture book inspired by the Long Friday—a real event in Iceland that inspired women around the world to stand up, walk out, and march together for women’s rightsVera and Mamma are headed out for a march, but it’s not just any march: It’s October 24 in Reykjavík, and on this day in 1975, the women of Iceland took the day off, walked out of their homes and away from their jobs—as farmworkers, butchers, and fisherwomen; wives, daughters, and children—and marched to demand equality and change, chanting: “I dare! I can! I will!” And they did, inspiring and empowering girls and women to make change, not just in their country, but all around the world.

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Book SynopsisScience is for everyone! Science People celebrates the diversity of the scientific community around the world. Meet more than 50 trailblazers in botany, biology, physics, engineering, mathematics, and a host of other STEM fields. Bold, whimsical illustrations by David Lee Csicsko (The Skin You Live In) along with concise, engaging bios celebrate a diverse group of scientists, from around the world and all eras of history. Classic figures like Galileo and Marie Curie are included alongside scientists and activists working in the field right now – like geneticists (and Nobel Prize winners) Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier, or Phillip Alviola, a bat virologist from the Philippines on the cutting edge of coronavirus research. From astronomers to zoologists, Science People highlights explorers in a wide range of fields – representing a multicultural mix of genders, races, and nationalities, in walks of life – showing that science is for everyone. It will inspire readers young and old to ask their own questions about the world around them.Trade Review“Packed with [Csicsko’s] lively portraits of both famous and overlooked figures, [LGBTQ+ Icons and Science People] celebrate diversity, smarts, and creativity.” – Chicago MagazineTable of ContentsPortraits include: Isabella Aiona Abbott (USA) Phillip Alviola (Philippines) Janaki Ammal (India) Mary Anning (UK) Avicenna (Uzbekistan) Clara Barker (UK) Joan Beauchamp Procter (UK) Helia Bravo Hollis (Mexico) Joyce Bell Burnell (UK) George Washington Carver (USA) Emmanuelle Charpentier (France) & Jennifer Doudna (USA) Eugenie Clark (USA) Nicolaus Copernicus (Poland) Jacques-Yves Cousteau (France) Marie Curie (Poland/France) Leonardo da Vinci (Italy) Charles Darwin (UK) René Descartes (France) Thomas Edison (USA) Albert Einstein (Germany/USA) Ozak Esu (Nigeria) Enrico Fermi (Italy/USA) Alexander Fleming (UK) Rosalind Franklin (UK) Ted "Dr. Tornado" Fujita (Japan/USA) Galileo Galilei (Italy) Jane Goodall (UK) Stephen Hawking (UK) Sue Hendrickson (USA) Isobel Wylie Hutchison (UK) Hypatia (Egypt) Mae Jemison (USA) Katia & Maurice Krafft (France) Leon Lederman (USA) Ada Lovelace (UK) Wangari Muta Maathai (Kenya) Monkgomotsi Maseng (Botswana) Maria Sibylla Merian (Germany) Isaac Newton (UK) Bill Nye (USA) Louis Pasteur (France) Carl Sagan (USA) Nikola Tesla (Croatia/USA) Marie Tharp (USA) Greta Thunburg (Sweden) Michio Tsujimura (Japan) Neil DeGrasse Tyson (USA) Star Mapping Vatican Nuns (Italy) Alexander von Humboldt (Germany) Tu Youyou (China)

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Book SynopsisFrom music to movies, literature to dance – the arts have always been influenced by the work of LGBTQ people. LGBTQ+ Icons spotlights the history and contributions of 50 pioneering artists who lived and worked around the world. Bold, whimsical illustrations by David Lee Csicsko (The Skin You Live In) and concise bios from historian Owen Keehnen celebrate a diverse group of artists, from LGBTQ icons James Baldwin, Frida Kahlo, and Freddie Mercury to lesser-known colorful characters like vaudeville performer Ada “Bricktop” Smith, the toast of 1920s Paris café society who opened a queer-friendly club where all were welcomed, and Australian dandy Leigh Bowery, whose unapologetic flamboyance influenced an entire generation of fashion designers. LGBTQ+ Icons is an entertaining exploration of a part of history most people don’t know is even missing. It will inspire readers young and old to be confident in who they are, and to take pride in their own creativity. Produced with premium materials, this book is a must-read for Pride month and a perfect collectible year-round!Trade Review“A wonderful range of artistic disciplines, sexualities, and gender identities...An enriching addition to arts collections.” – Booklist“Packed with [Csicsko’s] lively portraits of both famous and overlooked figures, [LGBTQ+ Icons and Science People] celebrate diversity, smarts, and creativity.” – Chicago MagazineTable of ContentsPortraits include: Alvin Ailey (USA) Gloria Anzaldúa (USA) Reinaldo Arenas (Cuba) Dorothy Arzner (USA) Josephine Baker (USA/France) James Baldwin (USA/France) Natalie Clifford Barney (USA/France) Sylvia Beach (USA/France) Gladys Bentley (USA) Leonard Bernstein (USA) Leigh Bowery (Australia) Romaine Brooks (USA/France) Leslie Cheung (Hong Kong) Stormé DeLarvarie (USA) Divine (USA) Esther Eng (USA/China) Leslie Feinberg (USA) Federico García Lorca (Spain) Radclyffe Hall (UK) Mabel Hampton (USA) Lorraine Hansberry (USA) Keith Haring (USA) June Jordan (USA) Frida Kahlo (Mexico) Greer Lankton (USA) Alain LeRoy Locke (USA) Audre Lorde (USA) Charles Ludlam (USA) Freddie Mercury (Tanzania/UK) George Michael (UK) Yukio Mishima (Japan) Alla Nazimova (Russia/USA) Willi Ninja (USA) Klaus Nomi (Germany/USA) Rudolph Nureyev (Russia) Laura Nyro (USA) Cole Porter (USA) Mary Renault (UK) Ada “Bricktop” Smith (USA/France) Ethyl Smith (UK) Stephen Sondheim (USA) Daniel Sotomayor (USA) Dusty Springfield (UK) Gertrude Stein (USA/France) Billy Strayhorn (USA) Sylvester (USA) Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (Russia) Billy Tipton (USA) Chavela Vargas (Costa Rica/Mexico) James Whale (UK)

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Book SynopsisNow available in an updated and revised edition, 'Photos that Changed the World' gathers together images of pivotal moments in world history in one stunning volume. In lavish two-page spreads, this book presents nearly one hundred of history's most memorable photographs from the Wright Brothers first flight to the bombing of Pearl Harbor, from Martin Luther King's I Have a Dream speech to Nelson Mandela's release from prison, and from the inauguration of President Barack Obama to the Syrian refugee crisis. The volume features pictures from photography masters such as Lewis Hine, Dorothea Lange, Yousuf Karsh, Diane Arbus, and James Nachtwey, as well as iconic images from lesser-known and unknown photojournalists. 'Photos that Changed the World' has been updated to include indelible images of the most significant recent events. Engaging essays accompany each photograph and tell the story behind each image.

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Book SynopsisIn Ancient Egypt for Kids, the famous ancient civilization along the Nile River is depicted in a novelty format like never before. Over 5‚000 years ago, a civilization developed along the Nile River whose sights and remnants are still enchanting people from all over the world. Huge, wonderful pyramids, stone temples, decorated tombs, larger-than-life statues of rulers, tall columns, obelisks, and other memorials can be seen in Egypt wherever you look. Still, many sights are waiting to be freed from the African sands and it remains somewhat mysterious how Egyptian builders could create such towering, beautiful buildings, considering the limited technology of the day. Let’s take a journey together to see the most wonderful Egyptian sights and learn what life in Ancient Egypt looked like for pharaohs, officials, soldiers, and ordinary people.Trade Review"Gr 2-4--The mysteries of ancient Egypt have fascinated audiences for generations. Using large scale info-maps, Ruzicka jams thousands of years of history into very few pages. Rich in information and explanation, the book begins with a quick overview of the landscape and locations relevant to the ancient lands, discussing the class system, temples, tombs, and more. Using simple cartoon diagrams and illustrations, the pages take readers through the building of the pyramids, the highlights of major temples and tombs with scenes of what they would have looked like completed, and progressing through time to the present day. The lack of photos or more detailed sketches is unfortunate. The quick explanation of Egyptians gods may leave readers wanting more and the lack of information on hieroglyphics is an odd omission. However, on the map of the Valley of the Kings, some of Egypt's queens are highlighted and given recognition for their contributions. VERDICT Overall, this unique format, overwhelming amount of facts, labeled diagrams, and explanation of some traditions will give any budding Egyptologist something to savor." —Erin Olsen, School Library Journal"This fully illustrated atlas explores Ancient Egypt in six fold-out, large-format maps. See what many beautiful Egyptian buildings would have looked like, how they were built, what was inside, and much more! Swipe to see inside this cool book! I would have treasured this book as a kid." ―Houston Library Finds IG"This book has a ton of information about Ancient Egypt. The illustrations throughout help to expand your knowledge and break up the information. My kids were primarily fascinated by the pyramids of Egypt and this book had so much information we didn't read in other places. Each section has a spread and then a double spread that folds out. The one on the pyramids was our favorite. A great resource for kids interested in Ancient Egypt." ―My Storytime Corner IG"Dive into Ancient Egyptian history with this fun book! You are going to LOVE this one! Learn about mummification, the "Valley of the Kings,” treasures, religion, and much more! Read more about this fun history, and learn about Egyptian history in this short, easy to read, book. Kids will enjoy this fun book. Perfect for teachers and classrooms, and kids who love to read!" ―Rebecca Hill, BloggerTable of ContentsAncient EgyptTreasures of EgyptLuxor TemplePyramidsPyramids in GizaValley of the Kings

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