Fact…the Black Death killed almost half the population of Europe between 1347-1351.Fact…for most people, life in the Medieval times was uncertain, unpleasant and short.What hardships did people face? What was life like for kings and queens in castles? Did young people go to school? Find out these facts and much more in First Facts About the Middle Ages.
An experienced writer for children's television uses archival photographs and color illustrations to bring to life the country's most bitterly divisive, costliest conflict.
Library Binding
(Steck-Vaughn Library Div, March 15, 1990)
Discusses the types of forests, the trees that constitute them, the clearing and planting of forests, and their interaction with both humans and wildlife.
The origin of the recipe, the razor, the tape recorder, and many more familiar items is explained in words and pleasing illustrations to surprise and engage curious young minds.