
Titles in This Set
The Victorians
Ancient China
Vikings
Romans
Celts
Ancient Greeks
Industrial Revolution
Discovering the Past
The Maya
Strange Places
Great Explorers
Great Inventors
Great Scientists
Castles
Kingdoms of the Past
Egyptians
Mysterious Tombs and Treasures
The Aztecs
World War I
World War II
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Fox Eye Publishing
Age Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)
Overview
This 20-book paperback collection introduces young readers to the sweep of world history, from ancient China and Egypt to the Victorians and both World Wars. Written for curious kids ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4), each slim volume pairs clear, age-appropriate text with colorful illustrations that bring far-off eras to life. The set moves through ancient civilizations, medieval kingdoms, great inventors and explorers, and modern conflicts, giving readers a broad foundation for classroom projects, homework help, and independent reading. Compact and durable, it's built for repeat use at home, in the classroom, or on the go.
About the Books
Introduction to History for Beginners Series 1 & 2 takes young readers on a 20-book tour through the people, places, and turning points that shaped our world. Series 1 opens with ancient civilizations, covering Ancient China, Ancient Greeks, the Celts, Romans, Vikings, and the Maya, alongside the Industrial Revolution, Discovering the Past, Strange Places, and The Victorians. Series 2 continues with Great Explorers, Great Inventors, and Great Scientists, then moves into Castles, Kingdoms of the Past, Egyptians, Mysterious Tombs and Treasures, The Aztecs, and finally World War I and World War II. Each title follows the same friendly structure: short chapters, simple explanations, and vivid illustrations that turn big historical ideas into memorable stories about people, places, and progress. Rather than overwhelming young readers with dense text, every book focuses on the most fascinating details of its subject, the kind that spark curiosity. Because every title shares the same format and reading level, kids can move confidently from one era to the next, building context for maps, timelines, and historical vocabulary along the way. The paperback format makes each book light and easy to hold, perfect for backpacks and classroom reading corners. Teachers can use individual titles to support specific units, while parents can hand the whole set to a history-loving kid to explore in any order, whether read cover to cover or one favorite subject at a time.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
The Victorians — Introduces the industry, inventions, and daily life of Britain's 19th-century Victorian era.
Ancient China — Explores the dynasties, inventions, and everyday culture of ancient China.
Vikings — Introduces the seafaring Norse explorers, traders, and raiders of medieval Scandinavia.
Romans — Covers the rise of the Roman Empire, its army, engineering, and everyday Roman life.
Celts — Explores the tribes, craftsmanship, and traditions of the ancient Celtic peoples.
Ancient Greeks — Introduces the city-states, philosophy, and mythology of ancient Greece.
Industrial Revolution — Explains how steam power and new machines transformed work and daily life.
Discovering the Past — Shows how archaeologists dig up clues to piece together history.
The Maya — Introduces the cities, calendar system, and achievements of the ancient Maya civilization.
Strange Places — Explores unusual and mysterious locations around the world and what makes them so.
Great Explorers — Profiles history's boldest explorers and the voyages that changed the map of the world.
Great Inventors — Introduces the inventors and inventions that shaped modern life.
Great Scientists — Introduces groundbreaking scientists and their world-changing discoveries.
Castles — Explores medieval castles, their design, and the people who lived and worked in them.
Kingdoms of the Past — Introduces some of history's great kingdoms and the rulers who shaped them.
Egyptians — Explores the farming, building, and daily life of ancient Egypt.
Mysterious Tombs and Treasures — Uncovers famous tombs and treasures and the mysteries surrounding them.
The Aztecs — Introduces the warriors, cities, and culture of the ancient Aztec civilization.
World War I — Explains the causes and key events of the First World War.
World War II — Explains the causes and key events of the Second World War.
About the Author
Jasmine Brooke writes nonfiction books for young readers, with a focus on making history and the wider world accessible and engaging for kids in the early elementary grades. Her Introduction to History for Beginners series, published by Fox Eye Publishing, breaks down complex historical eras and events into short, illustrated books that hold a young reader's attention without oversimplifying the subject matter. Across Series 1 and 2, she covers everything from ancient civilizations to twentieth-century conflicts, giving children a consistent, approachable introduction to history they can build on as they grow as readers.
Why You'll Love This Collection
This 20-book set turns history into an adventure kids actually want to read, one civilization, invention, or conflict at a time. It's a natural pick for a birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, classroom library, or summer reading project, giving any young history fan hours of engaging, age-appropriate exploration to enjoy again and again.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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