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Treasury of Norse Mythology

Stories of Intrigue, Trickery, Love, and Revenge

by Donna Jo Napoli, National Geographic Kids ...

Illustrated by Christina Balit ...

Series series National Geographic Treasuries
Unlock the magic of Norse mythology with breathtaking stories and gorgeous illustrations in this captivating new look at Asgard and the timeless tales of ancient Scandinavia.Classic stories and dazzling illustrations of gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters come to life in a stunning tableau of Norse myths, including those of the thunder god Thor, the one-eyed god and Allfather Odin, and the ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

Unlock the magic of Norse mythology with breathtaking stories and gorgeous illustrations in this captivating new look at Asgard and the timeless tales of ancient Scandinavia.Classic stories and dazzling illustrations of gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters come to life in a stunning tableau of Norse myths, including those of the thunder god Thor, the one-eyed god and Allfather Odin, and the
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Basher History: Legendary Creatures

Unleash the beasts!

by Mary Budzik ...

Illustrated by Simon Basher ...

Series series Basher History
From the deepest, darkest depths of the Atlantic Ocean to the cacophonous canopies of the Amazon rain forest, Basher History: Legendary Creatures brings to life the weirdest, creepiest, and most amazing beasts rumored to have roamed our planet.Featuring well-known creatures like Bigfoot, Mermaids, and Vampires, Legendary Creatures invites you to journey to the forests of Uganda to discover the ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

From the deepest, darkest depths of the Atlantic Ocean to the cacophonous canopies of the Amazon rain forest, Basher History: Legendary Creatures brings to life the weirdest, creepiest, and most amazing beasts rumored to have roamed our planet.Featuring well-known creatures like Bigfoot, Mermaids, and Vampires, Legendary Creatures invites you to journey to the forests of Uganda to discover the
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Soulene: A Healer's Tale

by Ursula Pearson ...

Series series Soulene Trilogy
Book I of the Soulene Trilogy introduces readers to the heroine, and tells the story of Soulene's remarkable journey. Set in feudal England, the 16-year-old girl is mastering the healing arts as an apprentice of Hospice de Coeur Rouge, known as the Red Heart Healers by the local peasantry. Her life is turned upside-down after discovering a handsome, gravely wounded knight in the forest. Who is ... Read more

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Book I of the Soulene Trilogy introduces readers to the heroine, and tells the story of Soulene's remarkable journey. Set in feudal England, the 16-year-old girl is mastering the healing arts as an apprentice of Hospice de Coeur Rouge, known as the Red Heart Healers by the local peasantry. Her life is turned upside-down after discovering a handsome, gravely wounded knight in the forest. Who is
... Read more
Knights and Castles

A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #2: The Knight at Dawn

by Mary Pope Osborne ...

Illustrated by Will Osborne, Sal Murdocca ...

Series Book 2 - Magic Tree House Fact Tracker
The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Getting the facts behind the fiction has never looked better. Track the facts with Jack and Annie!!When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #2: The Knight at Dawn, they had lots of questions. How were castles built? What was it like to live ... Read more

$9.99 CAD

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Getting the facts behind the fiction has never looked better. Track the facts with Jack and Annie!!When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #2: The Knight at Dawn, they had lots of questions. How were castles built? What was it like to live
... Read more
Catherine de Valois Activity Book

The Legendary Women of World History: Activity Books, #2

by Laurel A. Rockefeller ...

Series Book 2 - The Legendary Women of World History: Activity Books
A fun and interactive collection of puzzles based on "Catherine de Valois," book two of the Legendary Women of World History. Practice reading while you learn more about 15th century England, France, and Wales. Perfect for classrooms, homeschools, and rainy days.2019 update includes new word search puzzles. ... Read more

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A fun and interactive collection of puzzles based on "Catherine de Valois," book two of the Legendary Women of World History. Practice reading while you learn more about 15th century England, France, and Wales. Perfect for classrooms, homeschools, and rainy days.2019 update includes new word search puzzles.
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History Smashers: Plagues and Pandemics

by Kate Messner ...

Illustrated by Falynn Koch ...

Series Book 6 - History Smashers
Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth about history's pandemics, from the Black Death to COVID-19. Perfect for fans of I Survived! and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales.During the Black Death in the 14th century, plague doctors wore creepy beaked masks filled with herbs. RIGHT?WRONG! Those masks were from a plague outbreak centuries later--and most doctors never wore anything like that at all ... Read more

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Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth about history's pandemics, from the Black Death to COVID-19. Perfect for fans of I Survived! and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales.During the Black Death in the 14th century, plague doctors wore creepy beaked masks filled with herbs. RIGHT?WRONG! Those masks were from a plague outbreak centuries later--and most doctors never wore anything like that at all
... Read more
Story of the World, Vol. 2

History for the Classical Child: The Middle Ages

by Susan Wise Bauer ...

Series series Story of the World
This second book in the four-volume narrative history series for elementary students will transform your study of history. The Story of the World has won awards from numerous homeschooling magazines and readers' polls—over 150,000 copies of the series in print!Now more than ever, other cultures are affecting our everyday lives—and our children need to learn about the other countries of the world ... Read more

$15.99 CAD

This second book in the four-volume narrative history series for elementary students will transform your study of history. The Story of the World has won awards from numerous homeschooling magazines and readers' polls—over 150,000 copies of the series in print!Now more than ever, other cultures are affecting our everyday lives—and our children need to learn about the other countries of the world
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The Middle Ages

An Illustrated History

by Barbara A. Hanawalt ...

Series series Oxford Illustrated History
A brisk narrative of battles and plagues, monastic orders, heroic women, and knights-errant, barbaric tortures and tender romance, intrigue, scandals, and conquest, The Middle Ages: An Illustrated History mixes a spirited and entertaining writing style with exquisite, thorough scholarship. Barbara A. Hanawalt, a renowned medievalist, launches her story with the often violent amalgamation of Roman, ... Read more

$39.99 CAD

A brisk narrative of battles and plagues, monastic orders, heroic women, and knights-errant, barbaric tortures and tender romance, intrigue, scandals, and conquest, The Middle Ages: An Illustrated History mixes a spirited and entertaining writing style with exquisite, thorough scholarship. Barbara A. Hanawalt, a renowned medievalist, launches her story with the often violent amalgamation of Roman,
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Viking Tales (Illustrated Edition) (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Myths & Legends from the Land of Ice and Fire

by Jennie Hall, Olive Briarford ...

Illustrated by Victor R. Lambdin ...

Viking Tales (Illustrated Edition) is a vivid sequence of historical legends that introduces young readers to the heroic world of medieval Scandinavia. Drawing on Norse saga tradition, Jennie Hall recounts episodes involving kings, explorers, feuds, voyages, and the making of Norway, including the martial atmosphere surrounding Harald Fairhair and the seafaring imagination that leads toward ... Read more

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Viking Tales (Illustrated Edition) is a vivid sequence of historical legends that introduces young readers to the heroic world of medieval Scandinavia. Drawing on Norse saga tradition, Jennie Hall recounts episodes involving kings, explorers, feuds, voyages, and the making of Norway, including the martial atmosphere surrounding Harald Fairhair and the seafaring imagination that leads toward
... Read more
Harry Potter: A History of Magic

The eBook of the Exhibition

by British British Library ...

Harry Potter: A History of Magic is the official companion eBook to the special exhibition Harry Potter: A History of Magic that ran at the British Library in 2017 and New-York Historical Society in 2018.Explore the extraordinary subjects of the Hogwarts curriculum - Potions & Alchemy, Divination, Care of Magical Creatures, and more - and examine incredible historical artifacts, items from J.K. ... Read more

$7.99 CAD

Harry Potter: A History of Magic is the official companion eBook to the special exhibition Harry Potter: A History of Magic that ran at the British Library in 2017 and New-York Historical Society in 2018.Explore the extraordinary subjects of the Hogwarts curriculum - Potions & Alchemy, Divination, Care of Magical Creatures, and more - and examine incredible historical artifacts, items from J.K.
... Read more
The History of the Kings of Britain

by Geoffrey of Monmouth ...

First appeared in the 1130s and originally composed in Latin as "Historia regum Britanniae", "The History of the Kings of Britain" by Geoffrey of Monmouth claims to be a history of Britain’s kings from the island’s founding by Trojan descendent Brutus in 1200 BCE, to the Britons’ abandonment of the island in the seventh century CE."The History of the Kings of Britain" was immediately popular, ... Read more

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First appeared in the 1130s and originally composed in Latin as "Historia regum Britanniae", "The History of the Kings of Britain" by Geoffrey of Monmouth claims to be a history of Britain’s kings from the island’s founding by Trojan descendent Brutus in 1200 BCE, to the Britons’ abandonment of the island in the seventh century CE."The History of the Kings of Britain" was immediately popular,
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Knights

by Catherine Daly-Weir ...

Series Book 3 - Penguin Young Readers
A young knight-in-training has so much to do-learn about arms and armor, assist a squire, attend a medieval banquet, tilt at the quintain-and prepare to be "dubbed!" This is a surefire, nonfiction subject for newly independent readers. ... Read more

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A young knight-in-training has so much to do-learn about arms and armor, assist a squire, attend a medieval banquet, tilt at the quintain-and prepare to be "dubbed!" This is a surefire, nonfiction subject for newly independent readers.
... Read more
DK Readers L4: Days of the Knights

by Christopher Maynard ...

Series Book 4 - DK Readers
Slashing swords, shining armor, knights locked in deadly battle - the mighty castle is under siege in this Level 4 DK Reader!Packed with full-color photographs, lively illustrations, and engaging, age-appropriate stories to introduce young children to a life-long love of reading. These amazing stories are guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills. Perfect for ... Read more

$3.99 CAD

Slashing swords, shining armor, knights locked in deadly battle - the mighty castle is under siege in this Level 4 DK Reader!Packed with full-color photographs, lively illustrations, and engaging, age-appropriate stories to introduce young children to a life-long love of reading. These amazing stories are guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills. Perfect for
... Read more
DKfindout! Vikings

by Philip Steele ...

Series series DK findout!
This fun, fact-filled book for kids ages 6-9 is the ultimate guide to Viking history, from Loki and longships to runestones and raids. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it's the perfect book for any kid who can't get enough of these medieval adventurers.What games and sports did Vikings ... Read more

$7.99 CAD

This fun, fact-filled book for kids ages 6-9 is the ultimate guide to Viking history, from Loki and longships to runestones and raids. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it's the perfect book for any kid who can't get enough of these medieval adventurers.What games and sports did Vikings
... Read more
Negotiating the North

Meeting-Places in the Middle Ages in the North Sea Zone

by Sarah Semple, Alexandra Sanmark, Frode Iversen, Natascha Mehler ...

Series series The Society for Medieval Archaeology Monographs
This book brings together the cumulative results of a three-year project focused on the assemblies and administrative systems of Scandinavia, Britain, and the North Atlantic islands in the 1st and 2nd millennia AD. In this volume we integrate a wide range of historical, cartographic, archaeological, field-based, and onomastic data pertaining to early medieval and medieval administrative practices, ... Read more

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This book brings together the cumulative results of a three-year project focused on the assemblies and administrative systems of Scandinavia, Britain, and the North Atlantic islands in the 1st and 2nd millennia AD. In this volume we integrate a wide range of historical, cartographic, archaeological, field-based, and onomastic data pertaining to early medieval and medieval administrative practices,
... Read more
King Lear

by William Shakespeare ...

"King Lear" is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare. set in the court of an ageing British monarch and based on the mythological Leir of Britain. Shakespeare probably wrote it in around 1604, sandwiched between two other great tragedies, "Othello" and "Macbeth." The first known performance of any version of Shakespeare's play was on St. Stephen's Day in 1606Having reached the age of 80, the ... Read more

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"King Lear" is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare. set in the court of an ageing British monarch and based on the mythological Leir of Britain. Shakespeare probably wrote it in around 1604, sandwiched between two other great tragedies, "Othello" and "Macbeth." The first known performance of any version of Shakespeare's play was on St. Stephen's Day in 1606Having reached the age of 80, the
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101 Amazing Facts about Castles

by Jack Goldstein ...

Did you know that the world’s oldest football was found in a room at Stirling Castle? Do you know what the person in charge of a castle’s buttery is called? What is the difference between a trebuchet and a mangonel? And what is an oubliette? The answers to all of these questions and more can be found in the excellent quick-read guide to castles. Whether you’re King Richard the Lionheart himself, ... Read more

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Did you know that the world’s oldest football was found in a room at Stirling Castle? Do you know what the person in charge of a castle’s buttery is called? What is the difference between a trebuchet and a mangonel? And what is an oubliette? The answers to all of these questions and more can be found in the excellent quick-read guide to castles. Whether you’re King Richard the Lionheart himself,
... Read more
The Holy Roman Empire

by Carolyn DeCarlo ...

Series series Empires in the Middle Ages
A bit of a misnomer, the Holy Roman Empire was never centralized enough to form a cohesive government, language, or system of law, but its political and religious authority reigned over parts of Europe for over a thousand years. Beginning with the papal crowning of Charlemagne in 800 A.D., its transition in the tenth century under Germanic rule through to the House of Hapsburg, and on to its ... Read more

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A bit of a misnomer, the Holy Roman Empire was never centralized enough to form a cohesive government, language, or system of law, but its political and religious authority reigned over parts of Europe for over a thousand years. Beginning with the papal crowning of Charlemagne in 800 A.D., its transition in the tenth century under Germanic rule through to the House of Hapsburg, and on to its
... Read more
Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Castle

Illustrated by Stephen Biesty ...

by Richard Platt ...

Series series DK Stephen Biesty Cross-Sections
History comes alive in this incredible children's illustrated book about castles.Slicing through different areas of a medieval fortress, extraordinary views reveal the people busy inside, preparing for battle as an enemy army approaches.Packed with facts, you'll find out what it takes to build a massive 14th-century castle, dress a knight in armor, or prepare a feast fit for a king or queen. From ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

History comes alive in this incredible children's illustrated book about castles.Slicing through different areas of a medieval fortress, extraordinary views reveal the people busy inside, preparing for battle as an enemy army approaches.Packed with facts, you'll find out what it takes to build a massive 14th-century castle, dress a knight in armor, or prepare a feast fit for a king or queen. From
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Arthur travels Back in Time

Book for kids who love adventure

by Gene Lipen ...

Series Book 5 - Kids Books For Young Explorers
He’s ready to learn about history. Where can this curious canine go before the clock strikes bedtime?Arthur the fearless dog is ready to take a bite out of the past. He’s got his paws on a time machine, and now there’s no when, where, or why that he can’t go. But spending all this energy pouncing around a tiring timeline might prove tricky for Arthur to get back to his beloved doghouse!As he ... Read more

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He’s ready to learn about history. Where can this curious canine go before the clock strikes bedtime?Arthur the fearless dog is ready to take a bite out of the past. He’s got his paws on a time machine, and now there’s no when, where, or why that he can’t go. But spending all this energy pouncing around a tiring timeline might prove tricky for Arthur to get back to his beloved doghouse!As he
... Read more
Feudalism, Monarchies, and Nobility

by Jeanne Nagle ...

Series series Political and Economic Systems
Stories of pageantry associated with kings, queens, and the upper class have long captivated readers of all ages. The reality behind how these entities have operated within set governmental systems has not always been as glamorous as these tales, but it retains an allure of its own nonetheless. This book provides a firm grounding in the historic political, social, and economic implications of rule ... Read more

$50.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Stories of pageantry associated with kings, queens, and the upper class have long captivated readers of all ages. The reality behind how these entities have operated within set governmental systems has not always been as glamorous as these tales, but it retains an allure of its own nonetheless. This book provides a firm grounding in the historic political, social, and economic implications of rule
... Read more
Hildegard Von Bingen: Student-Teacher Edition

Legendary Women of World History Textbooks, #12

by Laurel A. Rockefeller ...

Series Book 12 - Legendary Women of World History Textbooks
With the power of her pen she changed Christendom forever.When Hildegard von Bingen succeeded Jutta von Sponheim as Magistra and prioress of Disibodenberg monastery she found herself unable to keep her visions secret any longer. What happened next led her to revolutionize not only monastic life for women, but the whole world too.Student-Teacher edition features study questions after every chapter. ... Read more

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With the power of her pen she changed Christendom forever.When Hildegard von Bingen succeeded Jutta von Sponheim as Magistra and prioress of Disibodenberg monastery she found herself unable to keep her visions secret any longer. What happened next led her to revolutionize not only monastic life for women, but the whole world too.Student-Teacher edition features study questions after every chapter.
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The Story of the Middle Ages

by Samuel B. Harding ...

Series series Unabridged Start Publishing LLC
This Unique and valuable book tells the history of the Middle Ages in an understandable and entertaining fashion. It helps the reader to understand the influence of the Middle Ages on Modern times. We follow Harding as he guides us through the rise of the Christian church, Feudalism, Charlemagne, the Crusades, and the Hundred Years' War. Harding also takes great care to describe the daily lives of ... Read more

$2.99 CAD

This Unique and valuable book tells the history of the Middle Ages in an understandable and entertaining fashion. It helps the reader to understand the influence of the Middle Ages on Modern times. We follow Harding as he guides us through the rise of the Christian church, Feudalism, Charlemagne, the Crusades, and the Hundred Years' War. Harding also takes great care to describe the daily lives of
... Read more
Days of Knights and Damsels

An Activity Guide

by Laurie Carlson ...

Series series Hands-On History
Kids can re-create a long-ago world of kings, castles, jousts, jesters, damsels, magic fairies, and Robin Hood—all they need are their imaginations, materials they can find at home, and the activities in this book. Dressing up in a coat of armor made from plastic milk jugs, whipping up a batch of curds and whey, writing secret messages in invisible ink, and telling time with a sand glass made from ... Read more

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Kids can re-create a long-ago world of kings, castles, jousts, jesters, damsels, magic fairies, and Robin Hood—all they need are their imaginations, materials they can find at home, and the activities in this book. Dressing up in a coat of armor made from plastic milk jugs, whipping up a batch of curds and whey, writing secret messages in invisible ink, and telling time with a sand glass made from
... Read more

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