Juvenile Nonfiction - History - Medieval

2020 Reprint of 1924 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition software. Profusely illustrated with drawings and charts. A Child's History of the World is a general history of the world from the beginning of things up to...

A beautifully illustrated, award-winning, and fascinating look at the Middle Ages by Aliki, the beloved creator of many popular books for children. The King is coming to visit! The lord and lady of Camdenton Manor must work quickly to prepare for his arrival. It...

Uncover the Story of Charlemagne-Knight-King and Emperor-One Letter at a Time!Did you know Charlemagne, the powerful King of the Franks, named his sword "Joyous"? Or that he struggled with insomnia while ruling one of the largest empires of his time? With a love for...

Looking for a History Book That Turns Real Events Into Page-Turning Adventures?Forget boring timelines-this collection of nonfiction short stories for kids proves that history is anything but dull. These are the true tales that make kids say, "Wait... that actually happened?!"Inside Captivating History for...

A 1978 Caldecott Honor Book The word itself conjures up mystery, romance, intrigue, and grandeur. What could be more perfect for an author/illustrator who has continually stripped away the mystique of architectural structures that have long fascinated modern man? With typical zest and wry...

This informative book provides an overview of castles. Readers learn about key ideas and crazy facts related to the topic. Each chapter includes a combination of need-to-know facts, helpful infographics, and exciting photos. The book also includes a table of contents, quiz questions, a...

Award-winning author-illustrator David Macaulay brings readers into a beautiful exploration of Roman buildings and construction. With black and white illustrations and detailed explanations, this comprehensive and visual resource is perfect for young readers interested in history, architecture, and Roman civilization.Author: David MacaulayPublisher: Clarion BooksPublished:...

Become an eyewitness to medieval times and learn what it takes to become a knight. The iconic eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations. This picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour...

Become an eyewitness to medieval times and learn what it takes to become a knight. The iconic eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations. This picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour...

Become an eyewitness to the world of Nordic raiders and traders and learn all about the culture and history of Vikings.This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of the history and culture of these daring Norse adventurers. Children can learn all...

Fly Guy learns all about castles!Children across the nation voted for the topic of this Fly Guy Presents book, and the winning topic was... CASTLES! On their latest field trip, Fly Guy and Buzz learn all about castles: from drawbridges and dungeons to kings,...

Great Medieval Projects You Can Build Yourself brings the Middle Ages in Europe alive through hands-on activities for kids ages 9-12. Addressing various aspects of medieval life, this book provides historically accurate details of the period leading up to the Renaissance. From monastic life...

History comes alive for kids like no textbook can in this epic account of the time of the Vikings that's perfect for history buffs and reluctant readers! Contains awesome illustrations! From battle-axe-wielding tribes plundering the greatest cities of Europe to powerful kings and queens...

The official companion book to the special exhibition Harry Potter: A History of Magic, featuring an extraordinary treasure trove of magical artifacts, original drafts and drawings by J.K. Rowling, and additional material exclusive to the US run of this unforgettable exhibition!As we celebrate the...

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....

Author: Jaime JoycePublisher: National Geographic KidsPublished: 06/02/2026Pages: 96Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 9.00h x 7.10w x 0.30dISBN: 9781426376177Audience: Ages 9-12About the AuthorJAIME JOYCE is a former editor at TIME for Kids. Her writing has appeared in the New Yorker, the New York Times, and Washingtonian,...

Oliver's well-researched biography of Mansa Musa reads like an exotic tale of gold, glory, and adventure. During his long reign as Mali's emperor, Mansa Musa led his empire into its Golden Age; presided over a spectacular, 60,000 person, 9,000 mile pilgrimage; founded a university...

Explore castles from the Middle Ages! This book introduces readers to the features and uses of a medieval castle through easy-to-read text and colorful historical images. With a diagram, glossary, and index included, readers will be transported back in time to the Middle Ages....

A lavishly illustrated guide to the medieval world covering the years 500 to 1500 around the world, including the Crusades, Marco Polo's travels to China, the Aztec Empire and more. Full of fascinating facts, maps and time charts, with contents and index pages for...

Lift the drawbridge and prepare the defenses! Kids will love this sticker activity book complete with medieval coloring activities, matching, counting, mazes, 1,000 stickers and more. Young readers fascinated with kings, queens, knights, and princesses will love this fun and informative sticker activity book...