How Kids Lived

In the early 17th century, all the world knew of North America came from reports of the earliest European explorers. By the end of the 18th century, the world knew America as the United States, a country whose earliest years were shaped by colonialism. This historical, non-fiction text examines life in Colonial America through the eyes of the kids who lived there. Age-appropriate language takes readers inside the clothes, toys, schools, and ways of life in the 17th and 18th centuries. Fact boxes provide opportunities for additional learning. A glossary and index round out the text, completing a comprehensive learning experience.

Important moments in history are often defined by major events. But sometimes the best way to learn about historical events is to learn about the kids who grew up during that time. This age-appropriate, non-fiction text presents facts about the Civil War through the story of a boy named John, whose life was greatly affected by the war's events. Readers will learn about Civil War-era clothes, schools, and the differences of life in the North and South. Primary sources, fact boxes. a glossary, and index provide further opportunities for learning.

The Middle Ages wasn't just a time for knights, lords, and castles. Kids lived during this time, too, and this volume introduces readers to all aspects of their daily lives. Fans of historical fiction will delight in exploring the Middle Ages through the eyes of a child who lived during that time. The text covers family life, what kids wore and ate, how they were educated, and what games they played. Beautiful illustrations and modern-day photos aid readers in visualizing this era, while a glossary, index, and reference websites provide opportunities for additional learning.

Pharaohs, hieroglyphics, and pyramids are just a few things most people think of when they hear the words "Ancient Egypt," but there was more to this ancient civilization than that. This age-appropriate text takes readers on a journey through Ancient Egypt through the eyes of a child who grew up during that time. Readers will learn about what Egyptian children wore, ate, what games they played, and what they learned. Detailed illustrations and modern-day photographs transport readers back to this interesting time in history. A glossary, index, and additional learning websites help readers build their research skills.

Life on the western frontier was no easy feat. Early pioneers packed their lives into covered wagons and set off into the unknown. Readers will learn all about the journey through this age-appropriate text. The historical, non-fiction approach to this period of American history will dazzle readers with its in-depth treatment of clothing, schooling, family life, and more. Fact boxes, engaging visuals, glossary, and index give readers a comprehensive look at Westward Expansion-a formative part of the United States' identity.

Take a step back in time and enter the world of Ancient Greece, the birthplace of western civilization. Today's readers will walk through the streets of Athens and Sparta, learning about their unique culture through the eyes of children who lived there. The text covers food, clothing, housing, religious beliefs, and more. A mix of historical and modern images helps readers visualize this ancient society, while fact boxes supplement the thorough and engaging content. The text contains a glossary and index for reader reference, providing a breadth of information on one of the world's most formative civilizations.