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What Do We Know About History?

With 200 Amazing Questions About the Past
Series: Why? Series
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What Do We Know About History? by Philip Steele is a captivating children's book that explores various historical events and figures through engaging visuals and accessible text. It introduces young readers to the key elements that have shaped human history while sparking curiosity and a desire to learn more about our past.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you're curious about how our past has shaped the present and love exploring pivotal moments in history. It's a delightful and engaging read for children interested in learning about diverse historical events and figures, presenting complex subjects in a clear and accessible way. Perfect for young history enthusiasts eager to unravel the mysteries of our world with engaging illustrations and fun facts.

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What Do We Know About History?

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Bringing the past to life in an engaging question-and-answer format, this is an exhilarating encyclopedia for children Explore the intriguing answers to more than 200 questions about the past in this absorbing encyclopedia of world history for kids. Where did the first humans come from? How many pandemics have there been? What is the world's oldest religion? This children's book helps inquisitive minds find out the answers to all the questions they may have about the past, and some they hadn't thought of! From the Stone Age and classical civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome, through the magnificent medieval kingdoms of Africa and Asia, to the conflicts and communication of the modern age, Why? History takes children on a journey through the past to discover the stories of the people who came before us. Each page asks and answers a different question, and features a quick quiz designed to cement new knowledge. Bursting with mind-boggling details and fascinating facts, this visually stunning book will be treasured by every young history enthusiast.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241599563

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 222.0mm

Height: 285.0mm

Weight: 867g

Pages: 144

About the Author

Philip Steele is well-known as a writer and editor of children's reference books for the international market. He enjoys writing about history, cultures, and social issues. He has travelled widely, but his home is in North Wales, where a historical landscape of ancient megaliths, Roman roads, medieval castles, sea, and mountains provides plenty of inspiration.

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