A light-hearted approach to the life of an Eqyptian prince living in a time of turmoil and change.

It is the late 10th century, and you are one of a hardy band of young adventurers who plan to sail all the way from Scandinavia to Vinland in North America. Will you survive this arduous voyage in a fragile open boat?

A light-hearted approach to the life of a young Christian knight who is about to travel thousands of miles to fight for his faith and defend the Holy Land.

"Put your dress on. Women aren't allowed to act, so you'll have to play some female roles. When the plague strikes, get out of London! Try your luck as a traveling player and take the show on the road. Keep an eye out for cutpurses. These thieves thrive in busy places like the Globe. Study hard! If you mangle Shakespeare's lines, you'll be in trouble"--Page 4 of cover.

Describes how the body of a wealthy merchant in ancient Egypt would be mummified and readied for the afterlife.

This lively, interactive series will enthrall young and reluctant readers by making them part of the story, inviting them to become the main character and revel in the gory, dark, horrific side of life throughout important eras in history.

Uses humor in both text and illustrations to describe the hardships of sailing to the New World from England in 1620.

Describes what is involved in becoming a champion in the Olympic games in ancient Greece.

Discusses how a Celtic warrior captured by Romans is trained to become a gladiator.

A light-hearted approach to the life of the marshal of a town called Dustville who has to maintain law and order among the cowboys and outlaws in the wild west.