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We post articles on all eras of ancient history, including the Stone Age, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Vikings, Romans, and more. Our History Guides are ideal for Keystage 2 students, parents, and teachers and can help in the classroom or with homework and home learning. You'll also find Author Interviews and Book Reviews that explore all periods of history.
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Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee - 70 Years Of History 5 Heroes of World War 2 - A List for KS2/KS3 Guy Fawkes & The Gunpowder Plot - Guide for Kids The History Behind Halloween Traditions - A Fun Guide The Curse of the Mummy - Mythbuster for Kids The Pendle Witches - A Guide for Kids WWI Heroes Everyone Should Know - Information for KS2/KS3 Tutankhamun's Treasure - A Brief Guide for KS2 Students An Interview with Howard Carter - Tons of Info for Primary School Students and Teachers
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Were there any differences between Vikings and Anglo-Saxons? - A Mini-Guide with Dominic Sandbrook Did Vikings do anything other than go raiding? - A Masterclass Mini-Guide with Dominic Sandbrook Stone Age Bullroarers - A Guide for Keystage 2 Ancient Egyptian Papyrus – An Introduction for KS2
Latest Interviews Reviews
Book Review: Endurance - An extensive compendium of iconic adventures Review: The Druid - A Thrilling Dark-Ages Adventure Story Book Review: Empires of the Normans - Everything you ever wanted to know about the Normans and more! Book Review: Ancient Wonders - A stunningly illustrated introduction for the more advanced reader
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The Maya Ball Game - Information for Kids How To Make Canopic Jars - Ancient Egypt Craft for Kids The 6 Stone Age Animals KS2 Students Need to Know Stone Age Food - A Brief Guide for Kids2 min Were there any differences between Vikings and Anglo-Saxons? - A Mini-Guide with Dominic SandbrookWe pose best-selling historian Dominic Sandbrook the question: Were there any differences between Vikings and Anglo-Saxons?2 min Did Vikings do anything other than go raiding? - A Masterclass Mini-Guide with Dominic SandbrookWe pose best-selling historian and super-popular podcaster Dominic Sandbrook the question: Did Vikings do anything other than go raiding?3 min Stone Age Bullroarers - A Guide for Keystage 2Find out more about the ancient musical instrument, the bullroarer. How was it used, what noise did it make and what was it used for?3 min Ancient Egyptian Papyrus – An Introduction for KS2How was Ancient Egyptian papyrus paper made? How did ancient scribes write on it? Find out in this introduction for kids.3 min What is an Egyptian Shabti Doll? – An Introduction for KS2Find out more about the Ancient Egyptian Shabti Doll and why they were essential if you wanted to enjoy a nice relaxing afterlife.2 min Canopic Jars - A Super-Simple Easy Peasy GuideNeed a speedy read to clue you up on Canopic Jars? Then this is the post for you!3 min The Khopesh Sword – An Introduction To This Mighty Ancient Egyptian WeaponWhat is an Egyptian khopesh sword, how was it used & why does it have that cool curvy shape? Find out in this fun introductory guide for KS23 min Xbalanque and Hunahpu – The Hero Twins of Maya and the bird demon Seven MacawWe share the tale of an ancient Maya myth in which the hero twins Xbalanque and Hunahpu defeat a vain bird demon.2 min Were Viking Berserkers a real thing?Did Viking Berserkers ever exist? We investigate!4 min Odin and the Mead of Poetry: A feathery tale of murder, spit-people, and poop.An epic story of Viking gods, murderous dwarves, and bird poo.4 min Who was Horus and why is this blog named after him when it's mostly about his mum?Did Horus manage to avenge his father's death? And why is his mother the real unsung hero of his story?3 min Atalanta Versus The Calydonian Boar - Action, Adventure, and a Surprising Amount of GoreAtalanta - awesome hero or clear sociopath? You decide!3 min Just who was Gilgamesh? And why was he so epic? - A Fun Guide for EveryoneGilgamesh is the first superhero in all of written human history - let's find out about his awesome adventures!4 min Theseus - Who was this Greek hero and why was he a horrible Demi-god? A Guide for EveryoneCan a hero also be a complete idiot? Absolutely. Meet Theseus!3 min The Great Plague of London - A Guide for ChildrenWhat happened during when the Great Plague hit London in 1665? From Pest-Houses & Plague Pits to Searchers & Plague Doctors.3 min The Plague – Information for Primary School ChildrenWe answer all of your questions on the plague. What was it? When did it arrive in England? How was it spread? And just what are buboes?2 min Cities of the Indus Valley – A Guide for Keystage 2:From flat houses with mud brick walls to ancient plumbing, find out why the cities of the Indus Valley are fascinating places!3 min Who is Thor? A Mythological Guide for KidsGoing to watch Thor: Blood and Thunder? Then you'll need to read this guide to Thor. What was the Thor of Viking myths like? 12345
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