Books with author Struan Reid

This stunning new series contains biographies of significant individuals who can be said to embody a period of history. Each book: - traces an individual's role and impact - contrasts their life with that of people from different sections of society - the legacy of each individual is also assessed - sources are explored - how do we know about them? - a timeline, glossary and index

Here's an exciting look at the world of jousting, heraldry, chivalry, and other traditions and rituals of the past. This kit delivers hours of educational fun with innovative materials and activities to stimulate children's interest. They'll enjoy creating their own medieval knight model with detachable plate armor, sword, helmet, and shield. Also included are a map of castle sites, coat of arms stickers, backgammon board and pieces, and a 16page illustrated booklet, A Day in the Life of Sir Peregrine. The removable stained-glass window can be pushed out from the cover and displayed as a keepsake. The 32page, fully illustrated book is packed with heroic tales and facts about knights through the ages, from the Crusaders of yore to King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. More Lift the Lid kits

This is a bumper collection of 120 model-making, costume and recipe projects that can be done at home or in the classroom. They provide hours of creative fun and give amazing insights into history at the same time. The instructions and step-by-step photographs are practical, accessible and easy to follow, and the materials used are inexpensive and easy to find. All of the projects are inspired by authentic artifacts, buildings, clothes and food, and drawn from key cultures around the world. By doing the projects, children will acquire hands-on information about the skills and styles of different civilizations at different times.Many of the projects, such as the cooking recipes and the patchwork craft cushion, can actually be put to practical use. Others will contribute to a greater awareness of the civilisations under examination by letting children dress as historical people and wear their ornaments, accessories or badges of status. Some of the projects show how to make models of buildings, boats, weapons, armour, toys and much more - all are specially designed to demonstrate an important learning point about human history.The projects are arranged thematically to reflect different aspects of everyday life, such as fashion, transport, or entertainment. The introduction to each thematic section sets the scene for the projects that follow. The linking principle throughout the book is that all the projects are developed to be fun to make, accurate and authentic, so that children can have hours of fascination and amusement while simultaenously assimilating detailed practical knowledge of the way our forefathers invented our everyday objects and designed the first versions of our clothes, buildings and methods of transport.Clear step-by-step photographs and accessible instructions describe exactly how to make 120 models, costumes and recipes using simple equipment and techniquesThe projects are all based on authentic designs, materials and skills: they are developed as fun teaching guides so children can learn how people lived in the past through practical experienceBackground information describes the crafts of the past and shows landmark developments in architecture, art, fashion, warfare and much moreEnhances school curriculum history lessons based on the premise that all pupils should be taught how to find out about the past from a range of information; to recognize why people did things and to identify differences between ways of life at different times and in different cultures

This stunning new series contains biographies of significant individuals who can be said to embody a period of history. Each book: - traces an individual's role and impact - contrasts their life with that of people from different sections of society - the legacy of each individual is also assessed - sources are explored - how do we know about them? - a timeline, glossary and index

What was the Arsenal in Venice? How old was Marco Polo when he set out on the journey to China? How long did Marco Polo serve as ambassador to the Great Khan? The 'Groundbreakers' series explores the lives of pioneering men and women–people whose achievements and discoveries have had a lasting impact on our world. Each book tells about the experiences that inspired these amazing individuals to think in new ways and discusses how the environment they lived in affected their work. Information on their supporters, colleagues, and rivals adds to the story. Finally, a look at the person's legacy shows how their achievements and discoveries continue to affect people today.