This collection of historical biographies presents the lives of ordinary people who accomplished extraordinary deeds during the time of the middle ages. Illustrated with stunning portraits and beautiful maps, this inspiring compilation of stories describes with historical accuracy and age-appropriate content the quality character and unbending determination of St. Patrick, Empress Theodora, Alcuin, King Wenceslas, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Joan of Arc, Johann Gutenberg and Martin Luther. 224 pages.
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Wonderful Resource!,
By Sandy (Kentucky) - See all my reviews
This review is from: What Really Happened During The Middle Ages: A Collection Of Historical Biographies (What Really Happened...) (Paperback)
I love the "What Really Happened..." series of books! Each story is the perfect length for reading aloud in one sitting, and the stories bring to life many of the important people from the time period. "What Happened in the Middle Ages" is a story book, not a book about theology, and it doesn't attempt to sort out all the religious differences of the time period. The stories of St. Patrick, Theodora, Alcuin, Wenceslas, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Joan of Arc, Johann Gutenberg and Martin Luther are presented in an approachable and authentic way that my children and I both enjoy.
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Heroes from the Middle Ages Come to Life,
This review is from: What Really Happened During The Middle Ages: A Collection Of Historical Biographies (What Really Happened...) (Paperback)
Biographies were always my favorite books as a kid, but my children prefer stories. As a homeschooler, I'm always looking for fun, entertaining ways for my children to learn--without realizing they're learning! So I was so excited when I got this book because these biographies of Middle Age heroes read like stories, not typical dry recitations of facts about a person's life. The biographies cover St. Patrick, Gutenberg, Joan of Arc, Martin Luther, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Alcuin, Empress Theodora (Justinian's wife), and Good King Wenceslas (that's right, it's not just a Christmas song!). These make a wonderful read-aloud for elementary aged kids; middle schoolers and high schoolers can read them easily on their own. Overall, a wonderful supplement for the study of Middle Age history. We also have "What Really Happened in Ancient Times" and plan to buy "What Really Happened in Colonial Times" because the series is that good.
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This review is from: What Really Happened During The Middle Ages: A Collection Of Historical Biographies (What Really Happened...) (Paperback)
We have really enjoyed this book as a read aloud in our homeschool. History comes alive when we spend time learning about the lives of those who have come before us. It is wonderful to sit snuggled on the couch reading these stories to my children and being transported back to the Middle Ages. For the past couple of years, it has become tradition to read the story of St. Patrick and St. Patrick's Day. History is about people, and this book does an excellent job and bring to life ages that have passed.
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