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Big Ideas from History: a history of the world for You

By The School of Life
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In Big Ideas from History: a history of the world for You, The School of Life presents a captivating journey through history for young readers. The book explores significant events, influential figures, and key innovations that have shaped our world. With engaging illustrations and concise explanations, it invites children to discover how past events continue to impact the present, encouraging a thoughtful connection with history.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you love discovering how historical events and figures have shaped our world. Filled with engaging insights, it's perfect for young readers who are curious about history and keen to understand the big ideas that have influenced human civilisation through time.

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Big Ideas from History: a history of the world for You

An engaging, alternative history of the world for children, which helps to make sense of today.

An engaging, alternative history of the world for children, which helps to make sense of today.

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The present can loom very large in a child's mind: all the crises and challenges of the modern world can feel overwhelming and at times dispiriting. This book is a big history of the world, from the beginnings of the universe to now, which places the reader at its centre.

It encourages them to think about how and why they experience the world as they do and offers a helpful perspective by placing their thoughts and feelings in the context of our history and evolution.

Big Ideas from History: A History of the World for You is an immense story of what has happened through time that speaks personally and constructively to a growing mind.

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Big Ideas from History: a history of the world for You by The School of Life is praised for its engaging approach to teaching young readers about significant historical events and concepts. Reviews highlight its ability to make history accessible and relevant, offering a broad overview that encourages curiosity and critical thinking in children. The book's illustrations and clear explanations are also commended for making history both informative and enjoyable.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781912891801

Publisher: The School of Life Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: The School of Life Press

Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 180.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 320

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational The School of Life

About the Author

The School of Life is a global organisation helping people lead more fulfilled lives. Through our range of books, gifts and stationery, we aim to prompt more thoughtful natures and help everyone to find fulfilment. The School of Life is a rapidly growing global brand, with over 7 million YouTube subscribers, 389,000 Facebook followers, 239,000 Instagram followers and 163,000 Twitter followers. The School of Life Press brings together the thinking and ideas of the School of Life creative team under the direction of series editor, Alain de Botton.

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