From leftover trenchers and stinky chamber pots to barber surgeons and the black plague, life could be really miserable for people during medieval times. Get ready to explore the nasty side of life in the Middle Ages.

History may have been started by the people before us but that story has molded our present. By understanding history, we can better understand where we are now and what is going to happen in the future. Right now, your child might think it's about dates and names but soon, he/she will find out that it's actually more than just that.

There were a lot of interesting facts, people and places during the Middle Ages. Among these were the monasteries. You know monasteries as places of meditation and peace. In the old times, they served additional purposes too. In those times, monasteries were as important as any other structure you see. Discover the truths about monasteries.

Dare you step into the past? When a mysterious door suddenly appears, you step through...and find you have travelled back in time! Now your mission is to discover as much as you can about life in a medieval town, before the door back to the present vanishes. Find out: Where the pilgrim is going. Who lives with the baron in the castle. What the knight does at a tournament. And much more! Perfect for kids aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Encounters...

Welcome to an innovative and reader-friendly approach to medieval history, one that combines visually appealing infographics, whimsical cartoons and lively, informative text. Every visual double-page spread highlights an aspect of the diversity and intercultural dynamics of the medieval world, from Europe to the Byzantine, Ottoman and Islamic empires. Readers get the inside scoop on crusaders and caliphs, Mongols and midwives, as they read about expanding...

Byzantine art and architecture are admired throughout the world, but many people are less familiar with the influential empire that produced it. Young historians will learn about the world power that was born out of the Roman Empire and lasted nearly 1,000 years after Rome fell. They'll read about important rulers such as Justinian and Constantine and how the Crusades finally caused the destruction of the mighty domain. Aspects of culture such as...

Medieval knights were more than just heroes in fairy tales. Learn about the dangerous weaponry, bloody wars, and difficult training that marked the life of a medieval knight. Curriculum Connections: - Presents fighters in historical context, including the culture, mores, and socioeconomic climate of the time - Action verbs, vivid descriptions, and other reading cues are used in the text to stimulate the reader, particularly the experiential and/or...

In the medieval ages, there were specific societal structures and classes that pretty much dictate how lives were lived. For instance, lords and ladies performed different duties compared to the serfs and slaves. Royalty also had different responsibilities. Have you ever wondered how it would be like to live in the medieval ages? Stop wondering and open this book instead!

The Medieval History is very interesting, especially for kids, because it details the time that came after the collapse of the Roman Empire. From this book, your child will learn about the different classes like the nobles, the slaves and the serfs. Don't forget to create a quiz for your little one after a few pages to make sure he/she understands. Buy a copy now.

In the middle ages, there were nobles and knights who performed special roles in society. Open this book to read about what they do and why they do such functions. A glimpse into the past would provide you with facts to model the modern way of living. So what are you waiting for? Get a copy and read this book today!