Rebecca Hill
Ancient Egypt has always held a fascination for me, and I have been completely hooked since the 4th grade. It all started with a book on Cleopatra - and grew exponentially from there. Peter Mavrikis brings another love of Egyptian history back to me - the amazing images and scenes from temples, tombs, and more!
While some of the images in the e-copy I had were not great, I could still get the feel - and search online for the image. This was an amazing book - and perfect for those who love Egyptian history! This would make a great table book!!
Get this one - you will not regret it!
This book is perfect for the fall lovers! Recipes, fun crafts, and so many “tips and tricks.”
I loved reading through this! I marked so many recipes that I want to use, some fun crafts to do with my kids, and of course, I loved finding ways to make use of items that we normally just throw away!
Highly recommend!
This was an interesting read - and one that took me a bit to get through. There are veins running through this book that have to be carefully navigated.
Perfect for those who are looking for a way to talk about childhood trauma, and showing that things are not always better in other places.
For the foodies out there - this is going to be the best book you can ever get your hands on!
Delicious, healthy meals that are going to leave your families begging for seconds and thirds!
Amazing and delicious - I have not been disappointed with any of the recipes that I have tried yet! I look forward to trying even more!
This book goes further in-depth to the original Odyssey - and really draws into the stories, the myths, and so much more.
You almost need this book to be a spiral-bound book with room for notes as the reader works through the materials.
Highly intellectual, and very thought-provoking! I enjoyed the read entirely!
Dive into the world of the American Revolution, and the battle that really kicked off the war.
This book was meticulously researched, and the material presented was done so in a way so that no matter where the understanding of the battles of the reader - you are not going to feel lost. From novice to master - this book is one that every enthusiast needs to have on their bookcases!
Perfectly written - and one that history lovers are going to really enjoy. Get this book now!
Many today to do not know about 9/11 - and this beautiful book does a great job in running down the tragic events, but pulling it together with a heartwarming story.
30,000 stitches tells the story of the flag from 9/11 and the many hours of loving work that went into the repair of the flag. The stories, the lives, and the many people involved all wrap up nicely in this cute little story.
I will be sharing this book with my children's school, so that they can hear this great story as well.
If you enjoy history, then you need to read this book. There are exploits within history that deserve to be told, and this is one of them. These men are heroes, and what they endured should never be forgotten.
Grab this book, and prepare to discover a part of history that is not talked about. This should be shared in classrooms. It is perfect for opening discussions and sharing information on events that we need to discuss.
This book was perfect - great research and information. It is presented in such a way to share information with those who are not versed in history, but perfect for those who know and understand history. It is a win-win.
I am so very late in reviewing this book - but I could not put this one down!
The tale of two sisters - stuck on the opposite sides of the war. The war between the states tore families apart, and even the president of the United States was not spared this tragedy. For Mary and Emily, it was a tenuous time that they were going to have to learn to navigate - as the country was upended and families were pitted against each other.
Susan Higginbotham never disappoints in her writing. This is one where you are going to need to cancel your plans, settle in, and prepare for book hangovers. Fabulous, engaging, and heartbreaking in areas - this family will work their way into your hearts.
This historical fiction was an interesting read. It was a harder read than usual, given the subject matter. While this was a fascinating read, there are aspects that might be hard for some to read, given that this revolves around children.
Living in Germany during the war was not easy for anyone, and the fact that these are told through multiple aspects gives an overview of the tumultuous feelings of the time.
Keep a notebook for notes - it helps to keep track of characters!
I love a good mystery! The older - the better! There are some humdingers that are hiding within the pages of history, and while we can sniff out a good one while reading a book - there is something about having an amazing book of some of the bigger mysteries of the medieval period.
This book takes you through several of the mysterious happenings of England - was it murder or suicide? Did someone really kill the princes in the tower, or were they spirited away for their protection?
Dive into the Royal Mysteries: Medieval Period, and see what you can discover. There might be a few surprises waiting for you in the pages of this book! Grab your fave beverage and settle down for a night of mysterious happenings, royal deaths, and a whole lot of who dun it, and persons of interest! You will not be disappointed!
Interesting collection of tales. I enjoyed reading through these. They would be perfect for the campfire, or for kids who are wanting to get a spooky story that will not scare them totally senseless.
There are so many myths surrounding John Smith - and if you have ever watched the Disney movie, Pocahontas, then you know there there are several that have been expounded even further.
John Smith might have been an enigma in his time, but he did not fall in love with Pocahontas (she would have been around 11 at the time). He did, however, lead a very full and active life. There are not many who could have accomplished what he did, but he had the tenacity and the drive to push limits and build onto something greater.
The author pulled quite a bit from the writings of John Smith himself, which not only gives an insight into how his mind and thought processes worked, but also gives an unbiased (relatively) look into the life and adventures that he undertook.
I loved reading through this book! It is one that I plan to add to my reading list for my college students - it would be the perfect material for a book review assignment!
I was so very excited to read this book! I love anything with medieval history, and I was excited to get a different look into the view of these kings. Overall, I think there were some great points made, but there was nothing in this book that really stood out as new.
As with all kings, especially new ones, there are stories that can crop up, especially if it makes one look bad. Richard III is one of the ones that has gotten a bad rap in history - with the accusations that he murdered his nephews in the Tower. There is no concrete evidence that he did, and there is no concrete evidence that he didn't.
There are some redeeming qualities in the book. I enjoyed reading about Matilda - the almost queen of England, She lost her crown because she was a woman - and her cousin managed to twist the narrative toward his own well-being - although it did not end well for him. As well as another powerhouse, Eleanor of Aquitaine - a woman who managed to live longer than most, fomented a rebellion against her own husband, a powerhouse in her own right, and someone who knew how to hold and wield power.
Of course, you have to always enjoy reading about Edward III. He has long been one of my favorite monarchs, not only because of the crazy aspects of his father - but because of the way that he managed to return power to where it should be, and how he treated his mother and her lover.
There is always something fun when it comes to royalty, and while this book doesn't really give you anything new, it is still a fun and great read.
Fun stories that I heard when I was a kid! It was nice to take a walk down memory lane with these short stories, and relive some of the Ozark stories that have been shared through generations.
The Mayan civilization has been a fascination of mine for a while. Their gruesome rise to fame - through human sacrifice and the amazing structures they built. Through the Olmec civilization to the rise of the Mayans, there have been a lot of myths floating around, but there are some concrete evidences that are providing some insight into the Mayan world. Through cracking some of their writings, to understanding the amazing technology that was used to construct their massive temples, there are quite a few areas of the Mayan civilization that are still unfolding.
While they practiced human sacrifice, they were not the only civilization to do so - they just took it to a grand scale - in order to honor their gods.
With the arrival of the Spanish, the Mayan found their thriving civilization hit hard. Through the search and plunder of treasure, to germs that decimated the natives, and the exploitations of those who remained, the one grand civilization was reduced to almost nothing.
Enthralling History unravels the Mayans - laying out this history in a way that is easy and fun to read through. Perfect for those who are just dipping their toes into this area of history!
The rise and fall of Rome has long captivated historians - but it can be harder to share some of the information with younger readers without completely overwhelming them. Shoot, it can be hard to teach this to college students without completing overwhelming them.
Ancient Rome breaks down the rise of the Roman empire - the wars, the major players, moments of interest, and discusses it in a way that those who are not familiar with the history, or are newcomers to the era can read and understand.
Enthralling History brings Roman history back to life, sharing the lives of emperors, strong women, and shares some of the not so pretty side of roman history. There are some fabulous nuggets - and if you enjoy military history - then the expansion of the roman empire is going to excite you!
I am going to start this review out with a warning - there is a lot of content within this book that is hard to stomach. Please be aware of this before starting the book - and keep some Kleenex close.
Now, for this book - I am going to be honest. It took me a little while to get through reading this one. I had to take it in shorter doses, as the content was so ghastly, you have to be able to absorb and digest what you are reading.
As you are sifting through this book, you are going to run a gambit of emotion, and it will range from anger, shock, horror, and pure heartbreak as you read through.
When a fire broke out at the Wise home, there seemed to be no sense of anything else being wrong. A simple fire, which turned out to be arson, but no mention of anyone other than two adults being in the home. As Diane Moore recounts the events and the subsequent investigation, you are going to learn that pure evil truly walks among us.
In the charred remains of what was once a room, there are indications that there was another human in the home. A baby. Matthew. The six week old child of the couple who were living in the residence.
In the calls that were placed for emergency services, the fact that there was a helpless infant in the home was never disclosed. Why? Why was a mother who went to two homes before calling 911 not frantically trying to find a way into that room to rescue her child? Why was she not begging and insisting that emergency personnel hurry to find her child?
There were so many things about this book that was hard to digest. The fact that an infant was in the home and not disclosed raised some major red flags. When the fire turned out to be arson, even more flags were raised. And, as the investigation into what caused the fire, and the background of the parents - there were even MORE red flags raised. The father was a trained firefighter - how could he have NOT known how to set a fire and almost get away with it? How could he NOT have tried to rescue his child? The answer is simple - he didn't want to. It was not the first time that infants had died around him, and the previous deaths also were accompanied with the death of their mother. The father of the babies? William Wise.
This book was engaging, with some humor thrown in, because - lets face it - you have to have a sense of humor when you are dealing with something so horrific and tragic. As a mother, this was extremely hard to read. I found myself thinking over what I would do if something was threatening the life of my child. I would do anything - ANYTHING to make sure that my child was safe. That this mother was so detached and unconcerned about her infant just blew me away. Babies are so helpless already, and the horrendous death of this infant had haunted my dreams for a while.
If you enjoy true crime, this is a book that will grab you. However, as I stated above, the information that is revealed within the book is a hard swallow.
Hans Holzer is one of the biggest names in ghost hunting - and rightly so. This book takes you on their journey through Ireland and their hunt for some of the resident ghosts there. The title can be a little misleading, but as you read through, there really is a lot of great information, and I enjoyed this one immensely!
Ancient China for kids is a great read! This book walks you through the beginning stages of Chinese history and highlights many of the areas that made it great throughout the ancient world.
Whatever your kids are into, they are going to find something that they will enjoy in this read. From the first Chinese writings, to art, military conquests and so much more!
This was an easy read and one that I am looking forward to sharing with my kids. This book is an easy way to share history. It is also perfect for those who have not read anything into Chinese history, and are looking for a jumping off point.
Egyptian history has always been near and dear to my heart. I fell in love with it when I was younger, and the obsession has remained to this day.
Captivating History has done a fabulous job with Ancient Egypt for Kids. This book starts with a great breakdown on Egypt, and the morphing into the nation that it would become.
Through this book you are going to learn about mummification, the religion of Ancient Egypt, the pharaohs and queens who made it great - and the eventual downfall through its last queen, Cleopatra.
Absolutely LOVED this book! I am going to be reading this out loud to my kids, and sharing some of my love of Egypt with them. Reading these books gives an overview of the history, but allows for easy research into areas that readers might find interesting. Great for homeschoolers, elementary students, and those who are just starting a dive into history.
Anglerfish are an interesting breed. I have been intrigued by them since a documentary on BBC started talking about them.
In this book, the author takes you on the journey of the life of an anglerfish, what they encounter, how they live, etc.
I honestly enjoyed reading through this one, and it would be a fabulous addition to any classroom, especially for those students who are interested in marine life, and some of the other members of the anglerfish family.
I am going to be looking for a copy of this one to donate to my children's school!
Thank you to Edelweiss and Candlewick Press for an electronic copy of this book for a fair and honest review.
The missing number grows each year, and many families never receive the answers they are looking for. For some, the search goes on for years before they finally find an answer - and for some, the search and wait never yields results.
In “The Cold Vanish” Jon Billman follows one particular case, that of Jacob Gray, although others are discussed along the way. For many, not being prepared can mean the difference between life and death. For those that are extreme outdoorsmen, getting lost can be just as dangerous. Billman follows the case of Jacob Gray, befriending the father and going through the difficult years of searching for Jacob.
While other cases are discussed, many of them are not done so in-depth, leaving the reader to wonder and begin to dig for other information, and who else might be missing in the Wilderness areas of North America.
I enjoyed this book, and found the information to be easy to follow - although I suggest a notebook to note down any areas that you might want to dive further into. I didn't appreciate his portrayal of David Paulides, it seemed catty and unwarranted - especially for someone who has done quite a bit of work into the missing in the national parks. Other than that - the book was fantastic! I would recommend this one to anyone who is interested in those who go missing, and the efforts that are undertaken to find and bring them home.
