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See Inside Castles

By Katie Daynes
Series: See Inside
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See Inside Castles by Katie Daynes is an engaging children's book that explores the fascinating world of castles. Packed with detailed illustrations and interactive flaps, it delves into the history, architecture, and daily life within these grand fortresses. Young readers will uncover secrets about knights, sieges, and the intricate workings of medieval castles, making history come alive in a fun and educational way.
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This book may appeal to you if you love interactive reading experiences that take you back to the medieval world. It's packed with flaps to lift, revealing the secrets of castle life and providing a fascinating insight into knights, battles, and the everyday hustle within a castle's walls. Perfect for curious young minds eager to explore history in a fun and engaging way.

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A fantastic new flap book, which takes a humorous yet historically accurate look at life in a Thirteenth Century medieval castle. Inventive embedded flaps on each double-page spread allow children to explore the hidden world of the castle, peeking inside stables, tents, and carriages along the way.

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See Inside Castles offers a humorous yet historically accurate look at life in a thirteenth-century medieval castle.

Inventive embedded flaps on each page allow children to explore the hidden world of the castle. Young readers are taken on an exciting journey where they encounter a magnificent banquet, a thrilling tournament, and a dramatic siege.

David Hancock's bright, detailed illustrations, combined with informative and friendly text, provide children with an entertaining insight into life long ago.

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

See Inside Castles has been praised for its engaging and informative presentation, making it an excellent introduction to the history of castles for children. Part of the Usborne 'See Inside' series, it's particularly beneficial for young learners, like a seven-year-old, as it effectively illustrates the evolution from wooden to stone fortifications.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780746064467

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Board book

Date Published: 25 March 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by David Hancock

Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 223.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 720g

Pages: 16

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About the Author

Katie has been writing non-fiction children's books for almost half her life and loves questioning the world from a child's point of view. She's developed some of Usborne's bestselling series, including the See Inside books and Lift-the-flap Questions & Answers. When she's not writing, she likes drinking coffee, walking on the moors and playing competitive board games with her children.

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