Mittelalterlich

Tour some of the world's most famous haunted places in Spooky Historical Sites. Young readers will learn about the history, eerie occurrences, and public reactions to several spooky sites. The book also provides historic context and scientific facts that explain what is really going on. Dynamic photos and illustrative details will make readers feel as though they've just visited each hair-raising locale! Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

In Battle Royale: Lethal Warriors, we have a matchup of historic magnitude. We took the deadliest warriors from two different time periods and matched them in a battle of weaponry, strength, and grit. Who will come out victorious, samurai or knights? You'll have to read to find out. This series utilizes considerate text written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers. Book includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities.

Samuel Harding's classic historical survey presents a clear and engaging introduction to the people, institutions, and events that shaped medieval Europe.In The Story of the Middle Ages, historian Samuel Harding offers a broad overview of the long and complex period between the fall of the Roman Empire and the beginning of the modern era. Through accessible narrative and historical insight, Harding examines the rise of feudal society, the influence of the medieval Church, the development of kingdoms and cities, and the social structures that defined European life for centuries.The book explores major historical themes such as the formation of medieval monarchies, the growth of trade and towns, the Crusades, and the cultural and intellectual developments that gradually transformed European civilization. By tracing these changes across centuries, Harding reveals how the medieval world laid the foundations for many of the political, cultural, and social institutions that followed.Written as an accessible historical introduction, The Story of the Middle Ages remains a valuable overview of medieval history and an engaging guide to one of the most formative periods in European civilization.

The Build It! series of visually rich instruction books for LEGO® creations is perfect for children ages 5 and up.Inside Medieval World, you'll find a range of creative models to put together -- from castles to dragons, princesses to knights, and much more, created using bricks that LEGO® obsessives may already have at home. Each book in this interactive series contains 3-5 "dioramas" featuring a diverse range of models. Full color, step-by-step diagrams guide you through the process, enhancing the fun. All models in this volume can be created using LEGO® Classic set 10698 and 10695.Build hours of family fun with the entire Build It! instruction book series. 

They came from the icy north of Europe. They were skillful sailors and fearsome warriors. They were traders, explorers, and ruthless raiders. Armed with axes, spears, and swords, they attacked from the sea, stealing treasure and capturing prisoners. They were the Vikings!

Mutige Ritter, beeindruckende Burgen und spannende Turniere - nicht nur auf Kinder und Jugendliche übt das Mittelalter eine große Faszination aus. Doch auch Armut und Not, harte Arbeit, Folter und Seuchen gehörten zu dieser Zeit. In diesem Buch werden sowohl die historischen Fakten und Ereignisse der Epoche als auch verstärkt die Lebensbedingungen der Menschen in verständlichen Texten und anschaulichen Abbildungen dargestellt.Das beliebte Thema Mittelalter in der Reihe Abenteuer Weltwissen wird kindgerecht vermittelt und durch zahlreiche Fotos und Abbildungen für die Kinder greifbar gemacht.Aus dem Inhalt: Die Gesellschaft im Mittelalter - Karl der Große - Feste feiern auf der Burg - Die Kreuzzüge - Ein Tag im Kloster - Hildegard von Bingen - Abgaben und Fronarbeit - Das bäuerliche Jahr - Die Handwerker - Städtebau ...

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During the Middle Ages in Western Europe, many people made their living by creating art for the Catholic Church and entertaining nobles and townspeople with music, acrobatic, juggling, and plays. Kings, nobles, and wealthy merchants paid for religious works of art and literature because they believed that by giving art to churches, God would reward them with health and prosperity. Children will delight in reading about medieval works of art such as illuminated manuscripts, and images of stained glass, paintings, and jewelry, accompanied by vivid full-color illustrations. Topics include: - the cathedrals created during the Romanesque and Gothic periods of art - Sculptures from around the world including West African brass, ivory, and bronze sculptures, animal carvings from the Arctic, and the totem poles in the northwestern forests - The influence of Giotto di Bondone's frescoes, wood-panel paintings, and mosaics on later generations - The stories from the Bible and of holy men and women depicted in the mosaics created by Byzantine artists - Poems from the Tang Dynasty, and the literary contributions of famous writers such as Dante Alighieri, Li Po, Omar Khayyam, and Christine de Pisan, one of the few female authors of the Middle Ages Teacher's guide available.