LoveReading4Kids Says
LoveReading4Kids Says
November 2022 Book of the Month
This history book takes an innovative approach. It asks what history is for, and answers that question by explaining how understanding history helps you in your own life. History, it says, provides a sense of perspective so that if you’re worried about the state of things, you can remember that no matter how bad they seem, the world has been through worse and survived. Then there’s inspiration, because whether it’s the pyramids at Giza, or man walking on the moon, history proves that big, ambitious projects can be completed. Leading from that, the authors say that history shows things get better, even though it takes work and time, and extrapolate from the life of George Washington to getting your homework done or improving your confidence.
Finally, it shows how history can provide encouragement, calm you down when things seem overwhelming and help you not to be afraid. In sections exploring key events in the world’s history from the beginning of the universe through to modern times, these principles are emphasised, making the study of history especially relevant. The text is accurate, clear and friendly and accompanied by illustrations and photos, making this an attractive and genuinely inspiring book.
Andrea Reece
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Big Ideas from History: a history of the world for you Synopsis
The present can loom very large in a child's mind: all the crises and challenges of the modern world can feel overwhelming and at times dispiriting.
This book is a big history of the world, from the beginnings of the universe to now, which places the reader at its centre. It encourages them to think about how and why they experience the world as they do and offers a helpful perspective by placing their thoughts and feelings in the context of our history and evolution.
Big Ideas From History is an immense story of what has happened through time that speaks personally and constructively to a growing mind. What might the dinosaurs or the ancient Egyptians, the Aztec warriors or the Enlightenment thinkers of the 18th century tell us that could be interesting and useful to hear now?
The insights we need are scattered in time and place, waiting to be discovered. The book also looks to the future and asks the reader to imagine a world they would like to live in. What might they learn from self-knowledge? How can they grow, develop and create their own place in history? It is a thoughtful and inspiring introduction to the world around us, which encourages the child to engage with themselves and others through history.
Also available in the series:
Big Ideas for Curious Minds
Big Ideas From Literature
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9781912891801 |
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6th October 2022 |
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The School of Life |
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The School of Life Press |
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Hardback |
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320 pages |
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About The School of Life
The School of Life publishes a range of books, games and learning tools for children introducing curious young minds to brilliant ideas from psychology, philosophy, literature, science, art, architecture and beyond, that can help them grow into happy, healthy and emotionally mature adults.
Our team of psychologists, writers and designers work together to produce engaging, beautifully illustrated, age-appropriate teaching that can be put to work in everyday life. We never dumb down or over-simplify; rather, trusting in the intelligence and curiosity of our young readers, we aim to make our wisdom as engaging and relatable as possible. We seek to provide what the traditional curriculum often lacks: an emotional education.
The School of Life is a global organisation helping people lead more fulfilled lives. The Schol of Life is a resource for exploring self-knowledge, relationships, work, socialising, finding calm and enjoying culture through content, community and conversation. You can find them online, in stores and in welcoming spaces around the world offering classes, events and one-to-one therapy sessions. The School of Life is a rapidly growing global brand, with over 5 million YouTube subscribers, 327,000 Facebook followers, 135,000 Instagram followers and 152,000 Twitter followers. The School of Life Press brings together the thinking and ideas of the School of Life creative team under the direction of series editor, Alain de Botton. Their books share a coherent, curated message that speaks with one voice: calm, reassuring, and sane.
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