Educational: History
Zero to Ten World War II: Wars That Changed the World
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£7.59
Hood Hood Books Ltd Avicenna
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£6.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pathways Grade 5 Good Queen Bess The Story of
Book SynopsisIn this welcome reissue, celebrated author and illustrator Diane Stanley and her husband, Peter Vennema, paint an impressive portrait of the remarkable queen who loved her people so dearly and ruled them so well. Elizabeth''s forceful personality, colorful court, and devoted subjects come vividly to life in this stellar picture-book biography.When it was first published, Good Queen Bess was named a Notable Book in the Field of Social Studies, an American Library Association Notable Book, a Booklist Editors'' Choice, an American Bookseller Pick of the Lists, a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Book, and an IRA Teachers'' Choice.
£18.04
Octopus Publishing Group The Mammoth's Tomb
Book SynopsisEach book begins with the discovery of a mysterious item at the City Museum, prompting an expedition to investigate the story behind the artefact. Joining digs around the world, the reader pieces together stories from the past using real life archaeological and scientific methods. Ages 7-11.
£4.37
Crabtree Classics Hail Ancient Egyptians Hail History
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£8.54
Oxford University Press Oxford International History Student Book 4
Book SynopsisOxford International Primary History develops inquisitive and engaged learners through a six-year primary history course. Helping students contextualise historical events, it provides a firm foundation to analyse both local and international history. While based on the English National Curriculum, the course maintains an international focus and encourages students to become well-rounded thinkers. Additional Workbooks provide students with further study in the classroom or at home, including plenty of extension material and extra practice.
£21.99
Oxford University Press Oxford International History Workbook 2
Book SynopsisOxford International Primary History develops inquisitive and engaged learners through a six-year primary history course. Helping students contextualise historical events, it provides a firm foundation to analyse both local and international history. While based on the English National Curriculum, the course maintains an international focus and encourages students to become well-rounded thinkers. Additional Workbooks provide students with further study in the classroom or at home, including plenty of extension material and extra practice.
£12.53
Capstone Global Library Ltd Ernest Shackleton
Book SynopsisLearn all about the thrilling adventures of the Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton and how he and his team survived against the odds. This book commemorates the anniversary of Shackleton's famous Antarctic expedition of 1914 1917, an incredible real-life adventure story of leadership and heroism.
£8.54
Usborne Publishing Ltd Roman Soldiers Handbook
Book SynopsisOffers an introduction to Roman history. This survival guide for studious centurions is about how to stay alive in the Roman army. It reveals all the gruesome truths of life in the Roman army including what soldiers ate, wore and how they lived.Trade ReviewA great introduction to the dynamics of the Roman Army. Military manuals are known to have been used by the Roman Army, and this book provides an educational but entertaining way of putting ancient history into modern hands. The tone of the handbook is informal, which is far more appealing to students than a dry textbook. The language used promotes interactivity, and addresses the reader directly. There are also mini quizzes throughout the book. * Heritage Key website *An educational but entertaining way of putting ancient history into modern hands * Heritage Key website *Get your child immersed in Roman history as they read this essential guide for everyone joining the Roman army. The quirky cartoon-style illustrations add a great deal of detail to this fascinating book which is an excellent accompaniment to KS2 history. * parentsintouch.co.uk *It’s good for kids because the diagrams and pictures are cartoony. I’d recommend it to my teacher and kids of 7 and up. I’d give it VIII out of X! * Reader Review, British Museum Remus Magazine *
£6.99
Continuum Publishing Corporation The If Odyssey
Book SynopsisThe If Odyssey draws out the philosophy that lies behind each story in Homer''sepic tale to introduce children not only to the exciting fables of Odysseus,but also to that other great Ancient Greek tradition, philosophy. Explore withOdysseus the value of happiness, non-existent entities, moral dilemmas, thephilosophy of prophecy, and the nature of love among many other philosophicalissues. From the author of The If Machine, this book offers stories andsession plans suitable for use across the curriculum with children aged 8-16.Online you''ll find maps of Odysseus'' journey, The Words of Tiresias thatprovides clues for the children as to Odysseus'' progress and an Ancient Greek languageworkshop with accompanying worksheets. You can use the ''Storykit'' section, whichprovides hints and tips on storytelling skills, to bring the tales of TheOdyssey to life and stimulate independent, critical thinking with yourclass.Trade ReviewThis imaginative journey through the events of Homer's Odyssey will delight and engage children and adults in a philosophical adventure. Worley offers a masterful guide, providing rich philosophical questions and a clearly outlined method to support teachers in nurturing creative and critical thinking in their students. He has interwoven ethics, theory of knowledge, metaphysics, social philosophy, aesthetics into a narrative 'odyssey', using the iconic story of the human search for truth, beauty and goodness. I can easily see this text being adopted in elementary, secondary and even college level. Wendy C. Turgeon, Associate Professor of Philosophy, St. Joseph's College, New York, USA -- Wendy C. TurgeonWhat Peter Worley has achieved with The If Odyssey is nothing short of genius! As a secondary school teacher of English, Theories of Knowledge and Philosophy, I find this book an irreplaceable resource. Not only does it present the teacher with crucial pedagogical instruction, but with a systematic program in how to cultivate the requisite skills of storytelling. Moreover, Worley synthesises, with clarity and precision, how to relate key philosophical concepts to each of the stories from The Odyssey. Simply brilliant!? Mark C. Blythe, Teacher and Postgraduate Researcher in Philosophy of Education -- Mark C. BlytheAnything that inspires people to think and to understand how to think is a great boon. This book is just such a boon, and a great addition to the Worley assault on unthinking-ness. ?Professor A. C. Grayling, Master of the New College of the Humanities -- Professor A. C. GraylingBrilliantly thought provoking, the If Odyssey hooks you from the start and draws you in as cleverly, compellingly and seemingly effortlessly as if it had been put together by the 'wily' Odysseus himself. This is philosophy at its most approachable. David Stuttard, writer, classical historian and author of Power Games: Ritual and Rivalry at the Ancient Greek Olympics -- David StuttardThis splendid book by Peter Worley offers excellent material to help teachers introduce philosophical dialogue in their classes. Worley presents a good classic story, adapted to our time while remaining faithful to the original text, and suggests a multitude of activities and didactic orientations. It is one of the most useful books I've ever read. Félix García Moriyón. Presidente of the International Council of Philosophy with children -- Félix García MoriyónTable of ContentsAcknowledgements \ Preface \ Section One: How to use The If Odyssey \ Introduction \ Ariadne: The Art of Facilitation \ Aoidos: The Lost Art of Storytelling \ Logos: Teaching Strategies \ Section Two: The Odyssey \ 1. The War (The Wooden Horse) \ 2. The Battle (The Ciconians) 3. Happiness and Forgetting (The Lotus Eaters) \ 4. Nobody's Home (The Cyclops) \ 5. Captain or Crew? (Aeolus and the Bag of Winds) \ 6. Dinner Guests (The Laestrygonians) \ 7. Choices (Circe and the Pig Men) \ 8. Under the World (Tiresias and the Underworld) \ Chapter 9. The Singing Women (The Sirens) \ 10. The Horror of The Rocks (Scylla and Charybdis) \ 11. Clouded (The Cattle of Helios) \ 12. The Concealer (The Island of Kalypso) \ 13. The Storyteller (The Phaeacians) \ 14. The Stranger (The Return Home) \ Section Three: After The Odyssey \ Appendix 1: The Hero \ Appendix 2: Introduction to Ancient Greek \ Appendix 3: Ancient Greek Workshop \ Appendix 4: Winged Words (Oidipus and The Riddle of The Sphinx) \ Bibliography
£17.99
DK Eyewitness Ancient Egypt
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£9.49
Oxford University Press Conflict and Tension in Asia 19501975 Revision
Book SynopsisThis Conflict and Tension in Asia 1950-1975 Revision Guide is part of the popular Oxford AQA GCSE History series. Written by our original author team to match the new AQA specification, this guide covers exactly what your students require to succeed in the Paper 1 Conflict and Tension in Asia Wider World Depth Study exams. - Recap key events with clear visual diagrams and brief points- Apply knowledge with targeted revision activities that tests basic comprehension, then apply understanding towards exam-style questions- Review and track revision with progress checklists, suggested activity answers and Exam Practice sections- Step-by-step exam guidance based on the popular ''How to'' student book feature- Examiner Tip features most up-to-date expert advice and identifies common exam mistakes - Boost student confidence on all AQA GCSE Conflict and Tension question types with revision activities such as Source Analysis and How Far Do You Agree- Perfect for use alongside the Student Book a
£9.69
Wide Eyed Editions Gold Rush
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£14.44
Jessica Kingsley Publishers Seeking the Spirit of The Book of Change: 8 Days
Book SynopsisThe Yijing (I Ching) or "Book of Change" is one of the oldest of the Chinese classic texts and has held a key place in the Daoist tradition for thousands of years. Explaining the ancient Yijing system of prediction based on the Xiang (symbolism) and Shu (numerology) knowledge of Bagua (the eight basic trigrams), which have not previously been written about outside China, this book makes the Yijing accessible to the Western world in a new and fuller way. In the space of eight days' teaching, Master Zhongxian Wu leads the reader towards a deep understanding of the Eight Trigrams of the Yijing and shows how to apply this knowledge in practical ways in daily life. Master Wu explores the numerology and symbolism of Yijing and clearly explains how the reader can use the Yijing divination system for themselves. Many real life examples show the system in action.This remarkable book provides a user-friendly eight day program that will be a fascinating read for anyone with an interest in learning more about the Yijing or Chinese philosophy and culture as a whole, as well as those who wish to learn how to use the Yijing for practical purposes.Trade Review... this fascinating book introduces a completely different style of working with the Yijing than I have ever encountered before... One of the things I particularly like about this book is the easy-going style of the writing, as if we were sitting down together over a nice cup of Chinese tea. -- The Empty VesselYou hold in your hands one of the finest interpretations of the I Ching on the planet. Master Wu artfully presents a clear and insightful interpretation of ageless wisdom for seekers of consciousness in these troubled times. I highly suggest brewing a cup of hot water, infusing it with your favourite blend of tea and curling up with this book. -- Brian Luke Seaward, Ph.D., author of Stand Like Mountain, Flow Like WaterThis fascinating book introduces a completely different style of working with the Yijing than I have ever encountered before, The reader is taken on a journey of 8 days to learn these secrets and how to use them for self reflection and guidance. This book is profusely illustrated with photos, diagrams and Master Wu's qigong calligraphy. It also contains a taji qigong form, photo-illustrated. -- Journal of Daoist Philosophy and PracticeAt first glance, this remarkable book may appear to be a straightforward guide to the symbolism and interpretation of the Eight Trigrams (bagua) of the Chinese classic known as the Book of Changes. In outline, it follows the pattern eight-day course, illustrated with case histories along the way. With its carefully ordered structure, attention to detail, and diligence in referring to sources, it has all the hallmarks of a book written by a master of the subject. But this is no mere scholarly tome; its author Master Wu addresses the reader directly, offering tea, then describing the physical and mental exercises which need to be done before approaching the next section, and often inviting his personal guest, the reader, to join him for a meal or a walk through the woods at the close of a course of study. This is a fascinating and engrossing way to tackle one of the most enigmatic texts of world literature. -- School of Feng ShuiMaster Wu's book is really an invitation to spend a week with a practicing Taoist, and as such it is a unique and refreshing addition to the literature of the Yijing. He presents a traditional method of divination that relies on a balance of philosophy and intuition, on numerology and wordless awareness. Master Wu invites us into his tea room, introduces us to the culture of tea and the practice of qigong. His goal is admirable. Let's not be mere students of the Yijing but find that state of mind and unity with the Tao from which the Yijing was first produced. -- Kenneth Cohen, author of The Way of Qigong and Taoism: Essential TeachingsIn past decades, countless new attempts have been made to delve into the mystery and wisdom of the I Ching, from the most astute to the inane variations. It is a special treat to read this new perspective of Master Wu's entry into this ancient classic through the Shamanic Prediction Systems. Master Wu has made this often indecipherable exotic way accessible; and it is especially delightful that he is inviting the reader into this process by sharing a cup of good tea while along the way, introducing the Tao of Tea. I highly recommend this book as another worthy supplement to all lifelong students of the I Ching. -- Chungliang Al Huang, Founder of the Living Tao Foundation, Director of the International Lan Ting InstituteWu Zhongxian combines a deep knowledge of ancient Chinese traditions, a keen awareness of the needs of his Western audience, and a unique ability to communicate between the two. Such a combination is rare in a world of specialists and dilettantes, and his latest effort couldn't come at a more opportune time. There is always room for one more in his Celestial Tea House. I hope to see you there. -- Bill Porter, Red PineWu, a longtime student of Chinese culture and religion, has created a densely illustrated and rather technical yet accessible introduction to the Yijing (I Ching) for the general reader; his system purports to get the beginner started in eight days. While its level of detail may be overwhelming for the true novice, his guide should prove useful to many. -- Library JournalTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Foreword by Daniel Reid. Introduction: Yijing Prediction and Wu (Shamanism). I. About the Title of Yijing. II. Wu: Chinese Shamanism. III. Wu and Chinese Culture. IV. The Secret of Yijing. V. The Spirit of Yijing. 1. Dao: The Way of Yi and Tea. 1.1 The Celestial Tea House. 1.2 Tea Ceremony. 1.3 The Secret of the Universe. 1.4 Tea and the Dao. 1.5. Gua (Trigram or Hexagram). 1.6 Taiji Qigong Qian (Heaven). 2. Yi: The Changes and Myths. 2.1 A Story of Creation and Gua (Trigram). 2.2 Tea and Yi (Divination). 2.3 Fuxi: The First Chinese Shaman King. 2.4 Bagua: The Eight Trigrams Arrangements. 2.5 Taiji Qigong Dui. (Lake) 3. Shu: Numerology. 3.1 Shu Dao: The Way of the Numbers. 3.2 He tu and Luoshu: The Patterns of the Universe. 3.3 Tiandi Shengcheng Shu: Heaven and Earth Creating and Completing Numbers. 3.4 The Relationships Among Numerology, Yin-Yang and Five Elements. 3.5 Xiantian Bagua Shu: Prenatal Eight Trigrams Numbers.3.6 Taiji Qigong Li (Fire). 4. Xiang: Symbolism. 4.1 Xiang Symbolism. 4.2 Guaxiang: The Symbolic Meaning of the Bagua. 4.3. Taiji Qijong Zhen (Thunder). 5. Zhan: The Divination. 5.1 Qi Gua: Make a Trigram with a Number. 5.2 Jie Gua: Decode the Trigram. 5.3 Eight Trigrams and Five Elements. 5.4 Taiji Qigong Xun (Wind). 6. Li: Case Analyses. 6.1 Pork Stew. 6.2 Burning Incense and Heart. 6.3. The Magical Mirror. 6.4 Move, Travel, and Hire. 6.5 The Home of Your Soul. 6.6 Yaiji Qigong Kan (Water). 7. Chuan: The Hidden Immortal Lineage. 7.1 A Brief Introduction to the Chinese Immortal Cultivation Lineage. 7.2 The Chanting Ceremony. 7.3 Mayi Daozhe: The Declarer of the Original Yijing. 7.4 Xiyi Xiansheng: The First Promoter of Taiji. 7.5 Yang Yongi: A Modern Hermit. 7.6 Taiji Qigong Gen (Mountain) 8. Yao: The Essence of Prediction. 8.1. Xing: Model. 8.2. Wuxing: Predicting without a Model. 8.3 Xinfa: Heart Method. 8.4 Gantong: Inherent Prediction. 8.5 Taiji Qigong Kun (Earth). Afterword: Life is the Treasure. Appendix: A Miracle Story of Inner Cultivation. Glossary. Index.
£19.99
Pearson Education Pearson REVISE Edexcel GCSE History Medicine in
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Random House USA Inc History Smashers Womens Right to Vote
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPraise for the History Smashers series:"Critical, respectful, engaging: exemplary history for children." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review "The book’s format may be a good match for those with shorter attention spans, and permits it to be gratifyingly capacious in what it covers." --New York Times Book Review "Well-researched, entertaining, and packed with facts." --Booklist“Messner and Meconis provide a timely perspective on an important part of American history.” —School Library Journal"A history book for middle-graders that should be on everyone's (child and adult) to-read list." --Shelf Awareness"Kate Messner serves up fun, fast history for kids who want the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. Absolutely smashing!" —Candace Fleming, award-wining author"Informative and fun, eye-opening and entertaining. I wish I could have read History Smashers when I was in elementary school. I would have devoured them and developed a big appetite for even more of this sort of truth-telling." --Chris Barton, award-winning author
£12.99
Hachette Children's Group The Story Of Scotland
Book SynopsisThe story of Scotland from the Ice Age to the Vikings, the Picts and the Romans, to Robert the Bruce, Mary Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince Charlie, Flora Macdonald, Sir Walter Scott, Logie Baird, Keir Hardie and many more famous Scots up to the present day. Each page is packed with colourful pictures and witty captions and speech bubbles, and a pithy text gives the facts and tells the story.This is a fun book, but it covers the material in a way that will make it attractive both to schools and to tourists. With NESSIE, THE LOCH NESS MONSTER a continuing bestseller in Scotland, Richard Brassey is the perfect author/illustrator for a book that should have a long life ahead. His co-author, Stewart Ross, is an ex-teacher with a special interest in Scottish history.
£7.99
Nimbus Publishing (CN) I'm Finding My Talk
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£17.82
Quarto Publishing PLC Escape from Pompeii
Book SynopsisTravel back in time to view the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in the Roman Empire. Join Tranio, the son of an actor, and his friend Livia, the baker's daughter, in witnessing the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD79. Tranio, like most Roman boys, likes to watch whatever is going on: tradesmen selling their goods, ships unloading their exotic cargoes, politicians making speeches in the forum. But one hot August day a very different scene unfolds. The ground begins to shake, the sky to darken. People run gasping for air. Heading for the harbor, Tranio and his friend Livia hide on a boat and witness one of the most terrifying moments in recorded history-the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the destruction of their beloved city, Pompeii. Although this book handles the sensitive subject of a tragic natural disaster, this book perfectly pitched for years 2 and 3. It is great in explaining the daily life of Romans from a child's point of view.Perfectly aligned to the KS2 curriculum, for those studying the Romans in school.
£7.59
Penguin Random House LLC What Was the Great Depression
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£7.46
Collective Ink Let`s Talk About Pagan Festivals
Book SynopsisThis book is written for children between the ages of four and eight, it has nine chapters, one for each of the festivals and one for the Moon. There is a story, things to do and teacher/parens and guardian notes for each chapter. There are also simple prayers for children.
£6.77
BookLife Publishing Bronze Age to Iron Age
Book SynopsisWho were the Celts and can evidence of them still be seen today What happened when the Romans arrived in Britain How was life in the Bronze and Iron Ages different to our own Explore the answers to these questions and much more in this brand new series which uncovers Britain''s prehistoric past.
£9.49
Frances Lincoln Ltd Mother Teresa
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£8.54
Reading Riddle Vlad and the Great Fire of London
Book SynopsisThis is the second edition version of the bestselling Vlad and the Great Fire of London. It features the same favourite tale but with new detailed, historically accurate illustrations.It is 1666 and Vlad flea and his friend Boxton the rat, love eating and biting their way around London. They settle for the night in the bakery in Pudding Lane, but wake to find themselves caught up in the Great Fire. Follow our heroes as they escape the disaster and finish the story with the displaced Londoners in the fields around London City.The book contains a Fact File summarising the key pieces of information, and supports the National Curriculum topic in a fun and accessible way.
£7.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd Christopher Columbus and the Americas
Book SynopsisIn 1492, Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas. Or did he? Look at all the facts and discover the fiction through primary sources, infographics and appropriately levelled text. Readers will learn the full story about Christopher Columbus's famous voyage, including the controversies about whether he truly did ''discover'' the Americas as well as the negative effects of colonialism on the original inhabitants.
£13.29
Hachette Children's Group Facts and Artefacts Ancient Egypt
Book SynopsisUsing important events, stories, myths and objects to bring ancient civilisations to life
£15.74
Templar Publishing Meet the Ancient Romans
Book SynopsisThere's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for readers who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Ancient Rome from gladiators to day to day life, with easy-to-digest, humorous text that is reminiscent of the bestselling Horrible Histories series. James Davies' stunning artwork and infographics provide a fresh nonfiction approach that is sure to captivate young readers.
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Templar Publishing Meet the Ancient Egyptians
Book SynopsisThere's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for readers who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Ancient Egypt from gods and worship to mummification, with easy-to-digest, humorous text that is reminiscent of the best-selling Horrible Histories series. James Davies' stunning artwork and infographics provide a fresh nonfiction approach that is sure to captivate young readers.Trade ReviewWhat better way to start a shiny new year with some brand spanking new non-fiction.This most snappy and exhilarating introduction to the Ancient Egyptians by James Davies, provides an engaging and bite-sized view into a rich and varied topic.In 'Meet the Ancient Egyptians' Davies' fresh and innovative illustrative style lends itself well to the infographics and highly visual format of this book.We were also hugely entertained by the humorous and quirky narrative that accompanies the equally captivating spreads.From the intricacies of mummification to the sheer brute force required for the building of the pyramids, the Egyptian reign is covered in a funky and vibrant format which will have readers gripped from the turn of the first page.This enticing and exuberant look at the basics of Ancient Egypt is a must-have for sharing non-fiction with a younger audience. Davies' bold and distinctive illustrative style, coupled with his naturally dry humour is a truly winning formula. Also look out for 'Meet the Ancient Romans' in this series. * Picture Books Blogger *Meet the... Ancient Romans and Meet the... Ancient Egyptians are sturdy, non fiction picture books that introduce children (and adults!) to life in ancient times. Each book opens with an introduction to the era, includes a wealth of fascinating historical facts and ends with a timeline. The Meet the... books are full of fascinating, often humorous facts which are also compared to children's experiences today.We're impressed by how much research has gone into these books. We love the simplicity of the texts, particularly the speech bubbles and the cartoons, and the way that information is given in bite sized chunks. All aspects of the peoples' lives are covered, including lots of gruesome facts which appeal to young readers, and the way that connections are made to modern life are brilliant, there are references to the fact that in ancient times there were no supermarkets, Internet or jeans!Meet the Ancient Romans: A map of Italy shows us exactly where Rome is situated then the story of the birth of Rome is told in a cartoon. Prominent Roman Emperors are introduced and we are also given insights into life in the Roman Army as well as life for Roman families, rich and poor. Other topics covered include food and farming, clothes, housing, entertainment, how the empire ended and Rome as it is today.Particular highlights in Meet the... Ancient Romans are the use of curse tablets, what rich Romans used instead of toilet paper and the way that the Romans lay on their beds to eat. We learnt about mosaics, how doctors treated illness, what women used as make up and even what kind of material their underpants were made of!The illustrations are predominantly black, white and grey on a red background. We love the way that Emperor Constantine sleeps with his teddy and our favourite illustration shows the horse who can't 'giddy up' at the chariot races!Meet the Ancient Egyptians: A map of Ancient Egypt shows us where it is located in the world and we are given a brief history of how the civilisation started. Fabulous Pharaohs and Great Royal Wives are introduced and there are lots of fascinating facts about mummies, pyramids, The Great Sphinx, The Fall of the Roman Empire and modern day Egypt.Particular highlights in Meet the... Ancient Egyptians are how food was stored in a hole in the ground (not to be confused with the toilet!), their favourite drink (which surprised us!) and fake beards! We learnt about mummifying a body, the journey to the afterlife, clothes, hair and make up and the names of the most famous Pharaohs, Gods and Goddesses.We love the predominantly black, brown and white illustrations on a yellow background. My daughter loves the illustrations showing how to mummify a body (including a warning to not try this at home - especially step two which relates to removing all the organs!) and I love the headlines on the newspapers about Tutankhamun's mummy.These gorgeous little picture books would make a fantastic addition to a school library or home bookshelf, they're perfect for even the most reluctant readers. With their bitesize chunks of information and humorous illustrations they include so much learning and can stimulate interesting discussions. They're the perfect introduction to historical periods for readers both young and old, we all learnt new facts in our house Age Range: 6 + -- Catherine Friess * Story Snug *Ever in the pursuit of great non fiction titles that I know children will enjoy reading not purely for educational purposes (thought that is of course a bonus) but for fun!! So I was thrilled to receive this duo of amazing books in the post the other week. The Meet the ... series consists of Ancient Egyptians and Ancient Romans. Written and illustrated by James Davies and published by Big Picture Press.These compact little books are perfect for smaller hands to hold. Don't get me wrong, I love a big coffee table non-fiction book, there's something wonderful about these giant reads. But, for young children to read in bed, or snuggled up on the sofa, these books are the perfect size.These bold books have been beautifully written, they flow really nicely providing facts about Ancient Egypt and Rome that children will be fascinated by, alongside the more important aspects they are expected to learn. It's brilliantly balanced, designed to keep children engaged and interested while learning.one of the major selling points of these books are the illustrations. They are bold and bright, with high contrast yet a simple colour palette, very stylised and full of fun, all aiding to catch children's eye and take us away from the stuffy history that many of us remember from school, to a modern and fresh book. There are some hilarious little scenes in here, giving children plenty of fun details to pick out as they read the bite sized bits of text.Each book is only 63 pages long, and heavily illustrated and yet the amount of topics covered within those pages is absolutely epic! Everything is in here from food and drink, homes, clothing, rulers, temples and much much more, 60 topics in each book to be exact. It's perfectly pitched for ages 6 +These non-fiction beauties are perfectly designed, written and illustrated to give maximum impact, maximum fun, and maximum learning. I hope plans are in the pipeline for more of these little non-fiction gems.Meet the... Ancient Egyptians and Meet the... Ancient Romans are both available now from all good book shops and libraries so grab your copies. * Book Monster Ally *This time, striking yellow and black illustrations make for a book that children will eagerly grab from the shelf. The text is easy to follow and children will enjoy the touches of humour, which do help recall. Small niggle - I do like to see an index in a book. However, aside from that, the book is easy to navigate, with a good contents page and clear sidebars which highlight the order of the book. Children in KS2 will study ancient history and we need to make it interesting - these books with their visual approach achieve that very well, and it's amazing how much information is packed into the pages, all memorably presented. * Parents in Touch *
£8.07
Oxford University Press KS3 History Depth Study Asian Empires and the
Book SynopsisEnrich your scheme of work and broaden your curriculum with accessible case studies on Asian empires linked by the Silk Roads. Written by a team led by Aaron Wilkes, with expert historian input. This book introduces students to the Early Islamic Empire, Mongol Empire, Ottoman Empire, Ming Dynasty, and Mughal Empire.
£19.03
Pearson Education Limited Pearson REVISE Edexcel GCSE History Elizabethan
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£9.30
Oxford University Press Revolution Industry and Empire Britain 15581901
Book SynopsisThe fourth edition of Revolution, Industry and Empire is Book 2 of the best-selling Oxford KS3 History by Aaron Wilkes series. It covers British history during the Tudor, Stuart, Georgian and Victorian periods, including social and cultural history, the Civil War and Cromwell, the Restoration, the Industrial Revolution, public health, slave trade, and the rise of the British Empire. This textbook introduces the history content and skills needed to support a coherent knowledge-rich curriculum, prepares students for success in Key Stage 3 History, and builds solid foundations for GCSE study: - Carefully designed content and assessments support student progression throughout the textbook series - Historical sources and interpretations are presented with clear provenances - ''Over to you'' activities for every lesson check students'' knowledge and understanding, and are ramped in difficulty to build confidence- Step-by-step guidance on key History skills provides scaffolding to introduce sTrade Review"I really like the new step-by-step History Skills - it builds up the skills pupils need to apply in order to effectively analyse sources; clear pupil-friendly language allows pupils to gain confidence when looking at sources. The assessment approach is excellent too. I particularly like the way the scaffolding allows confidence to be built in preparation for the 'big write'." * Verified buyer *"Excellent KS3 resource. This book is excellent for teachers of KS3 and I say that as a teacher of 20 years. The content is detailed and the tasks are excellent. These new ones also have great assessment tasks that can be used in classroom. Saves so much time planning." * 5* Amazon review *"Excellent book. This edition covers a wider range of events but remains student friendly. Would recommend." * 5* Amazon review *Table of ContentsIntroducing KS3 History Timeline from 1558-1901 Chapter 1: Queen Elizabeth Chapter 2: Life in Tudor times Chapter 3: Exit the Tudors, enter the Stuarts Chapter 4: From Civil War to Commonwealth Chapter 5: The Restoration: the Merry Monarch Chapter 6: Exit the Stuarts, enter the Georgians Chapter 7: The Industrial Revolution: from farming to factories Chapter 8: Terrible towns Chapter 9: The slave trade Chapter 10: Britain versus France Chapter 11: India: a British Empire case study Chapter 12: From Tudor to Victorian Britain: what changed?
£27.76
Oxford University Press Technology War and Independence 1901Present Day
Book SynopsisThe new fourth edition of Technology, War and Independence is Book 3 of the best-selling Oxford KS3 History by Aaron Wilkes series. It covers twentieth century history, including the suffragettes, First and Second World Wars, democracy and dictatorship, the Cold War, the end of the British Empire, migration, changes in medicine and public health, and globalization. This textbook introduces the history content and skills needed to support a coherent knowledge-rich curriculum, prepares students for success in Key Stage 3 History, and builds solid foundations for GCSE study: - Carefully designed content and assessments support student progression throughout the textbook series - Historical sources and interpretations are presented with clear provenances - Over to you activities for every lesson check students'' knowledge and understanding, and are ramped in difficulty to build confidence - Step-by-step guidance on key History skills provides scaffolding to introduce students to the sTrade ReviewI really like the new step-by-step History Skills - it builds up the skills pupils need to apply in order to effectively analyse sources; clear pupil-friendly language allows pupils to gain confidence when looking at sources. The assessment approach is excellent too. I particularly like the way the scaffolding allows confidence to be built in preparation for the 'big write'.
£27.76
HarperCollins Publishers Book 1 10661750
Book SynopsisCollins Key Stage 3 History is an exciting and accessible new series focused on ensuring that all pupils make clear, measurable progression at Key Stage 3 whether it is a 2 or a 3 year course.Collins Key Stage 3 History is a brand new series, ideal for building key historical and functional skills. Featuring differentiated pupil books with ready-made APP opportunities this flexible package will get your students excited about history.Grab pupils' attention with engaging content that builds key historical skills and helps students to understand the links between events, time periods and locationsSave time with resources to support your teaching of a 2 or 3 year course, fully matched to the 2008 Key Stage 3 Programme of StudyCover each assessment Focus in a meaningful and accessible way - using this flexible package as a series of one off lessons ot as a longer programmeReady made APP opportunities are included to help you gather and review evidence of pupils' progress in each Assessmen
£20.02
HarperCollins Publishers Book 2 17501918
Book SynopsisCollins Key Stage 3 History is an exciting, accessible new series focussed on ensuring that all pupils make clear, measurable progression at Key Stage 3 whether it is a 2 or a 3 year course.Collins KS3 History is a brand new series, ideal for building key historical and functional skills. Featuring differentiated pupil books with ready-made APP opportunities this flexible package will get your students excited about history.Grab pupils'' attention with engaging content that builds key historical skills and helps students to understand the links between events, time periods and locationsSave time with resources to support your teaching of a 2 or 3 year course, fully matched to the 2008 Key Stage 3 Programme of StudyCover each assessment Focus in a meaningful and accessible way using this flexible package as a series of one off lessons ot as a longer programmeReady made APP opportunities are included to help you gather and review evidence of pupils'' progress in each Assessment Focus.T
£20.02
HarperCollins Publishers Book 3 Twentieth Century
Book SynopsisCollins Key Stage 3 History is an exciting, accessible new series focussed on ensuring that all pupils make clear, measurable progression at Key Stage 3 whether it is a 2 or a 3 year course.Collins KS3 History is a brand new series, ideal for building key historical and functional skills. Featuring differentiated pupil books with ready-made APP opportunities this flexible package will get your students excited about history.Grab pupils'' attention with engaging content that builds key historical skills and helps students to understand the links between events, time periods and locationsSave time with resources to support your teaching of a 2 or 3 year course, fully matched to the 2008 Key Stage 3 Programme of StudyCover each assessment Focus in a meaningful and accessible way using this flexible package as a series of one off lessons ot as a longer programmeReady made APP opportunities are included to help you gather and review evidence of pupils'' progress in each Assessment FocusTr
£26.59
HarperCollins Publishers Invaders Primary History
Book SynopsisPrimary History: Invaders covers the Roman, Anglo-Saxon, Viking and Norman invasions. Drawing from timelines, archaeological evidence, written sources and maps, pupils will study the everyday life of their ancestors. Stimulating activities encourage an understanding of how historical events have influenced today’s society.
£14.40
HarperCollins Publishers Tudors
Book SynopsisPrimary History: Tudors encourages the study of written sources, images, maps, timelines and key figures to understand the influence of the Tudor period on today's society. Pupils will discover the lives of their ancestors through stimulating activities covering monarchs, the Armada, religion, and levels of society within town and countryside.
£14.40
HarperCollins Publishers Victorians
Book SynopsisPrimary History: Victorians encourages the study of written sources, images and key figures to understand the influence of Victorian society on today’s world. Stimulating activities cover the growth of railways, industrial and social reform, levels of society within towns and the countryside, and the life of children at home, school and in work.
£14.40
HarperCollins Publishers GCSE 91 History British History Topics AllinOne
Book SynopsisExam Board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR B and WJEC EduqasLevel: GCSE 9-1Subject: British HistorySuitable for the 2024 examsComplete revision and practice to fully prepare for the GCSE grade 9-1 examsRevision that Sticks! Collins GCSE 9-1 British History Complete All-in-One Revision and Practice uses a revision method that really works: repeated practice throughout.A revision guide, workbook and practice paper in one book!With clear and concise revision for every topic, plus seven practice opportunities, Collins offers the best revision at the best price.Depth studies: Norman England and Elizabethan EnglandThematic studies: Health and Medicine and Crime and PunishmentIncludes:quick tests as you goend-of-topic practice questionstopic review questions later in the bookmixed practice questions at the end of the bookmore topic-by-topic practice in the workbooka complete exam-style paperfree Q&A flashcards to download onlinefree ebook versionTrade Review“Generally excellent. Attractive layout, clear and easy to access. There is necessary focus on exam skills, but presented in an interesting, step-by-step format.” Susan Stirrup, King’s Ely “I like the clear layout, especially the spacing of the questions – it is very accessible.” Fiona Hall, Sheringham High School “Colourful and informative.” Jane Hamilton, Alsager School
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers The Story of the Suffragettes
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelFor nearly a century, women fought for the right to be able to vote. Their leaders brought together women from all social classes. Their fight for equality led to imprisonment and even death. This is the story of the suffragettes. Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view.Text type An information book.The book is organised into short chapters to help children practise the skills of locating and identifying important information.The glossary and index can be used to develop children''s information retrieval skills further.Curriculum links History
£10.67
HarperCollins Publishers National 45 History
Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: N4/5Subject: HistoryThe National 4 & 5 History Course Notes provide comprehensive and authoritative guidance for the entire CfE course. Course Notes give a practical, supportive approach to help deliver the new curriculum and offer an appropriate blend of sound teaching and learning with exam and assessment guidance.Progress and attainment for all A complete course text with seven of the most popular topics covered in depth (Migration and Empire; The Era of the Great War; The Atlantic Slave Trade; Changing Britain; Red Flag: Lenin and the Russian Revolution; Hitler and Nazi Germany and Free at Last? Civil Rights in the USA) Activities' will get students thinking about what they have learned and help them to develop the skills needed for the assessment Activities' are mapped and indexed by Outcome so you can see at a glance which criteria each activity fulfilsActive learning Make the link' features encourage broader thinking between and across subjects Hints' give
£18.99
HarperCollins Publishers Events Beyond Living Memory Pupil Book
Book SynopsisCollins Primary History provides a rich coverage of the Primary National Curriculum for History.Packed with information, source materials, questions and activities, the beautifully designed pupil books support children to explore, interpret and develop knowledge of significant historical periods. The accompanying Teacher's Guide provides planning support and guidance on making progress in history.
£12.53
HarperCollins Publishers Stone Age to Iron Age Pupil Book
Book SynopsisCollins Primary History provides a rich coverage of the Primary National Curriculum for History.Packed with information, source materials, questions and activities, the beautifully designed pupil books support children to explore, interpret and develop knowledge of significant historical periods. The accompanying Teacher's Guide provides planning support and guidance on making progress in history.
£12.53
HarperCollins Publishers Invaders Pupil Book Collins Primary History
Book SynopsisCollins Primary History provides a rich coverage of the Primary National Curriculum for History.Packed with information, source materials, questions and activities, the beautifully designed pupil books support children to explore, interpret and develop knowledge of significant historical periods. The accompanying Teacher's Guide provides planning support and guidance on making progress in history.
£12.53
HarperCollins Publishers Ancient Egypt Pupil Book
Book SynopsisCollins Primary History provides a rich coverage of the Primary National Curriculum for History.Packed with information, source materials, questions and activities, the beautifully designed pupil books support children to explore, interpret and develop knowledge of significant historical periods. The accompanying Teacher's Guide provides planning support and guidance on making progress in history.
£12.53
HarperCollins Publishers Ancient Greece Pupil Book
Book SynopsisCollins Primary History provides a rich coverage of the Primary National Curriculum for History.Packed with information, source materials, questions and activities, the beautifully designed pupil books support children to explore, interpret and develop knowledge of significant historical periods. The accompanying Teacher's Guide provides planning support and guidance on making progress in history.
£12.53
HarperCollins Publishers The Maya Pupil Book Collins Primary History
Book SynopsisCollins Primary History provides a rich coverage of the Primary National Curriculum for History.Packed with information, source materials, questions and activities, the beautifully designed pupil books support children to explore, interpret and develop knowledge of significant historical periods. The accompanying Teacher's Guide provides planning support and guidance on making progress in history.
£12.53
HarperCollins Publishers KS3 History Workbook
Book SynopsisLevel: KS3Subject: HistoryTargeted practice questions covering the KS3 curriculumPractise all the skills you need in KS3 History (age 11-14) in this new workbook which is fully up-to-date and covers all the topics in the KS3 History curriculum.Packed with History practice questions for key stage 3, it helps reinforce and test understanding of all the English topics taught in school from years 7 to 9.Provides topic-by-topic practiceBuilds knowledge and confidence as you progress through KS3 and prepare for GCSE 9-1 HistoryEasy to find answers at the backFor more KS3 History study books, try the matching study guide Collins KS3 History Revision Guide (9780007562886) and Collins KS3 History Complete Revision & Practice (9780007562893).
£7.48
