Overview
From windmills to wheelbarrows, medieval innovators helped develop or improve some important manufacturing technology we use today. The Middle Ages were crucial for the improvement of technologies such as the spinning wheel, loom, printing press, and more! Discover how our stuff is still made like it's the medieval times with interesting historical facts, scientific details, and illuminating photos.
Full Product Details
Author: Megan Cooley Peterson
Publisher: Capstone Press
Imprint: Capstone Press
Dimensions:
Width: 18.30cm
, Height: 0.80cm
, Length: 23.10cm
Weight: 0.272kg
ISBN: 9781496684707
ISBN 10: 1496684702
Pages: 48
Publication Date: 01 August 2020
Recommended Age: From 9 to 10 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
"For readers who think of the 1990s as the olden days, this informative series will be a fun history lesson. Each book highlights how the featured inventions have developed over time. Armor, bows, battering rams, gunpowder, ships, and chemical warfare can be traced back to the Middle Ages. These objects continue to be relevant to modern warfare. Cranes and wheelbarrows, stained glass windows, and central heating had their beginnings in these days of yore as well. Common items, such as soap, mechanical clocks, pretzels, and eyeglasses were invented during the Middle Ages. A ""Timeline of Technology"" depicts the history of technological advancements. The easy-to-follow text is supplemented by artwork and photography. -VERDICT The covers lack appeal, but the content of this series is excellent. Recommended.--Abby Bussen, Muskego Public Library, WI ""School Library Journal"""
For readers who think of the 1990s as the olden days, this informative series will be a fun history lesson. Each book highlights how the featured inventions have developed over time. Armor, bows, battering rams, gunpowder, ships, and chemical warfare can be traced back to the Middle Ages. These objects continue to be relevant to modern warfare. Cranes and wheelbarrows, stained glass windows, and central heating had their beginnings in these days of yore as well. Common items, such as soap, mechanical clocks, pretzels, and eyeglasses were invented during the Middle Ages. A ""Timeline of Technology"" depicts the history of technological advancements. The easy-to-follow text is supplemented by artwork and photography. -VERDICT The covers lack appeal, but the content of this series is excellent. Recommended.--Abby Bussen, Muskego Public Library, WI ""School Library Journal""
Author Information
Megan Cooley Peterson is a children's book author and editor. Her book How To Build Hair-Raising Haunted Houses (Capstone Press, 2011) was selected as a Book of Note by the TriState Young Adult Review Committee. When not writing, Megan enjoys movies, books, and all things Halloween. She lives in Minnesota with her husband and daughter.
