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History Year by Year

The History of the World, from the Stone Age to the Digital Age

Author DK
Hardcover
8.81"W x 11.19"H x 1.06"D   | 49 oz | 8 per carton
On sale Aug 19, 2013 | 320 Pages | 9781465414182
Age 9-12 years

Travel through the ages in this history encyclopedia for children that stretches from prehistoric times to modern day.

Introducing the new and updated volume of History Year by Year - a timeline of world history that joins the dots by putting key historic events across the world on one timeline for children, including everything from prehistoric people to world wars, and so much more!

This history encyclopedia for children offers:

- Over 1500 images that beautifully illustrates world history for children
- Feature pages look in detail at big themes and stories, such as the Renaissance and the French Revolution, and also include a timeline of events.
- "Child of the Time" pages explore the lives of children in history at very different periods, including Ancient Egypt, the Middle Ages, the Industrial Revolution, and World War II.
- An updated timeline spanning prehistoric times up until 2018

This history encyclopedia shows the influences, patterns, and connections between the events that have shaped our world, with concise and bite-sized information. Pictures and original artefacts introduce children to each era and includes features that explain major events, such as the rise of the Roman Empire of the fall of Communism.

Authorised by the Smithsonian Institution, and featuring an updated timeline documenting recent events in world history that you may still remember happening, there truly is something for every kid to explore, learn and discover.
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK
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About

Travel through the ages in this history encyclopedia for children that stretches from prehistoric times to modern day.

Introducing the new and updated volume of History Year by Year - a timeline of world history that joins the dots by putting key historic events across the world on one timeline for children, including everything from prehistoric people to world wars, and so much more!

This history encyclopedia for children offers:

- Over 1500 images that beautifully illustrates world history for children
- Feature pages look in detail at big themes and stories, such as the Renaissance and the French Revolution, and also include a timeline of events.
- "Child of the Time" pages explore the lives of children in history at very different periods, including Ancient Egypt, the Middle Ages, the Industrial Revolution, and World War II.
- An updated timeline spanning prehistoric times up until 2018

This history encyclopedia shows the influences, patterns, and connections between the events that have shaped our world, with concise and bite-sized information. Pictures and original artefacts introduce children to each era and includes features that explain major events, such as the rise of the Roman Empire of the fall of Communism.

Authorised by the Smithsonian Institution, and featuring an updated timeline documenting recent events in world history that you may still remember happening, there truly is something for every kid to explore, learn and discover.

Creators

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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Praise

Learning Magazine 2015 Teachers' Choice Awards for the Classroom.
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