DK Eyewitness Collection 7 Books Set by DK - Ages 8-12 (Grades 3-7) - Paperback History Set

Titles in This Set
Ancient Egypt
Tudor
Victorians
Ancient Rome
Ancient Greece
Shakespeare
World War I

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789123748648
Publisher: DK
Age Range: Ages 8-12 (Grades 3-7)

Overview
Travel through seven pivotal chapters of world history with the DK Eyewitness Collection, a seven-book paperback set for curious young historians ages 8 to 12 (Grades 3-7). Each title pairs striking DK photography with clear, fact-packed captions covering Ancient Egypt, Tudor England, the Victorians, Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece, Shakespeare, and World War I. Kids move from pyramids and pharaohs to trench warfare and Tudor courts, building a working timeline of human civilization one vivid spread at a time. Perfect for homework help and classroom libraries, this trusted reference set turns history into a visual adventure kids revisit again and again.

About the Books
This seven-book set carries readers across continents and centuries using DK's trusted Eyewitness formula: bold photography, labeled diagrams, and short, information-dense captions. Ancient Egypt opens with pyramids and daily life along the Nile, while Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome examine how philosophy, law, and engineering from the classical world still shape society today. Tudor and Victorians bring British history closer to home, tracing power struggles and the reforms of the Industrial Age. Shakespeare explores Elizabethan theater and the playwright's lasting influence, and World War I closes the set with a clear-eyed look at the causes and cost of the first global conflict. Maps, timelines, and artifacts anchor each topic, helping kids compare civilizations and see cause and effect across eras.

Key Benefits

• Seven full-length DK Eyewitness titles in one paperback collection.
• Photo-driven, caption-style layout makes history easy to scan and understand.
• Great for homework help, book reports, and independent research.
• Consistent trim size makes the set tidy on a classroom or home library shelf.
• Broad topic range appeals to fans of ancient history, British history, or military history.
• A reliable, reusable reference set kids return to year after year.

Book-by-Book Guide
Ancient Egypt — Journeys from the Great Pyramid of Giza to Tutankhamun's tomb, exploring pharaohs and daily life along the Nile.
Tudor — Traces the reigns of Tudor monarchs and the court intrigue and religious change that defined the era.
Victorians — Covers the inventions and social reform that transformed 19th-century Britain.
Ancient Rome — Examines Roman law, engineering, and military power from the Republic to the Empire.
Ancient Greece — Explores Greek philosophy, mythology, and democracy and their influence on Western thought.
Shakespeare — Introduces Elizabethan theater and the life and legacy of history's most famous playwright.
World War I — Explains the causes, major battles, and human impact of the first global conflict.

About the Author
DK (Dorling Kindersley) is a leading British publisher known worldwide for highly visual, fact-driven reference books for children and adults. Since the 1970s, DK's Eyewitness series has paired striking photography with clear, concise captions to make complex subjects approachable for young readers, covering everything from ancient civilizations to modern science. DK works with historians, educators, and photographers to ensure every title is both visually engaging and factually reliable, making the Eyewitness collection a trusted staple in homes, libraries, and classrooms across the United States.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Packed with vivid photography and bite-sized facts, this seven-book set makes history irresistible for curious 8- to 12-year-olds. It's a great back-to-school pick for homework help, a sturdy classroom library addition, or a birthday and holiday gift kids return to for years.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.