A Child Through Time
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

A Child Through Time

By Phil Wilkinson, Steve Noon (Illustrator)

Discover history through the eyes of children from ancient times to today.

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128 pages
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Step into the shoes of 30 children from the Ice Age to modern times. Explore their daily lives, from the games they played to the food they ate. Meet young Aztecs, Romans, and Vikings, and witness history through their eyes. With vivid illustrations and fascinating facts, this journey reveals the often-overlooked stories of children throughout history. What secrets do their lives hold, and how did they shape the world we know today? Dive into a world where the past comes alive through the experiences of the young.

From the publisher

We know all about history through the eyes of adults, but what about children? Journey through the lives of 30 everyday children from the Ice Age to modern times. A history book that helps kids today understand the lives of someone their age in the past - what they wore, the food they ate, and the games they played. You will meet and discover the lives of the Aztecs, Romans, and Vikings in their ancient empires and medieval castles, and many more! This educational book explores the often-overlooked lives of children in the past. This history of children’s book is filled with fun facts and includes specially commissioned illustrations of the children and maps of the places they lived. This educational book also explores the historic moments that children witnessed. A Child Through Time also includes visually stunning maps, timelines, and illustrations. Collections of archaeological objects have been thoroughly researched to make this book as historically accurate as possible. This history book for kids will provide an immersive reading experience and shape their perspective on the often-ignored topic of family life through the ages. A Child Through Time covers key curriculum topics in a new light. This visually stunning learning tool is perfect for children ages 7 and up. History Through the Eyes of Children Have you ever wondered how children lived in the past? A Child Through Time takes you on a historical journey through the eyes of children. Stunning illustrations by Steve Moon bring each child to life. The book is packed full of maps, timelines, and photographs revealing fascinating facts about kids who lived in the past. Inside the pages of this history book, you’ll find: - Get to know 30 children from early civilizations through to the modern period. - Read all about the childhoods of famous historical figures like Tutankhamun, Pocahontas, and Marie Antionette. - Explore the toys, games, and food of everyday kids in the past.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
128
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
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Publication
Published
November 7, 2017
Publisher
DK CHILDREN
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781465444936

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