An informative resource to have around whether on the coffee table, nightstand, or classroom bookshelf. It colorfully presents information of little-known history facts. There are a lot of graphics consisting of images, timelines, charts, and maps. The 100 fascinating topics from history come from all over and from different time periods. A very unique and intriguing book to have! For links to websites where you can discover more history facts with video clips, quizzes, and activities, go to the Usborne Quicklinks website at Usborne.com/Quicklinks and enter the keywords: things to know about history. 127 pgs, hc.
100 Things to Know About History
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049015
ISBN
9781835406847
Grade 3-5
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Product Overview
- 100 different little-known historical facts
- Fun visuals with timelines, charts, and maps
- More activities available on the website
- Part of the 100 Things to Know series. Other titles are Ocean, Bug Words, Weather Words, and Dinosaur Words
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Publisher's Description of 100 Things to Know About History
Did you know that mammoths and pharaohs walked the earth at the
same time? Or that over 30 types of gladiators fought in ancient Rome?
This fascinating book is filled with 100 historical facts, bright,
infographic-style illustrations, a glossary and index. There are also
links to specially selected websites with video clips and more
information.
Details
| Product Format: | Hardcover |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 3-5 |
| Brand: | Usborne |
| ISBN: | 9781835406847 |
| Length in Inches: | 9.8125 |
| Width in Inches: | 7 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.625 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.15 |
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