http://credotrust.com Family and Educational Resources Mon, 12 May 2008 07:49:49 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en a Crabtree Book $16.00 [cart:Ancient Vikings $16:cart] Known for their courage on the battlefield and as masters of the sea, the Vikings spread out from their native Scandinavia to Greenland, North Africa, parts of Central Asia, and even Canada. Despite the fact that their heyday was short-lived, the Vikings left behind ... http://credotrust.com/products/nf-history/1007 a Crabtree Book $16.00 [cart:Medieval Warfare $16:cart] The Middle Ages in Europe was characterized by almost constant warfare as rival nobles fought with knights for castles and land. At the same time, Vikings, Magyars, Mongols, and Moors were invading parts of Europe. Medieval Warfare shows how people defended themselves and launched ... http://credotrust.com/products/nf-history/1004 a Crabtree Book $16.00 [cart:Children & Games MA $16:cart] In the Middle Ages, a family’s position in society determined where children lived, what type of education they received, and what games they played. This colorful new book features beautiful artwork that helps show how children spent their days in medieval times. Topics ... http://credotrust.com/products/nf-history/1001 a Crabtree Book $16.00 [cart:Medieval Myths, Legends & Songs $16:cart] In the Middle Ages, stories were told to entertain, distract, and teach. Myths and stories were woven into tapestries, preached in church sermons, and sung at feasts. Using examples from all over the medieval world, this lovely book shows how myths ... http://credotrust.com/products/nf-history/998 a Crabtree Book $16.00 [cart:Medieval Towns, Trade & Travel $16:cart] People who lived in towns in the Middle Ages were usually part of the merchant class and were more often than not wealthier than village dwellers. These craftsmen and business owners were independent men and women who did not work in ... http://credotrust.com/products/nf-history/995 a Crabtree Book $16.00 [cart:Life of Knight $16:cart] Exciting illustrations and photographs highlight the duties and privileges of medieval knights in warfare and in service to a lord. The Life of a Knight explores the daily life of this class of medieval warrior, including: • becoming a knight, from page to squire ... http://credotrust.com/products/nf-history/992 a Crabtree Book $16.00 [cart:Life in a Castle $16:cart] Selections from medieval art, and modern photographs and illustrations trace for children the evolution of castles from fort to magnificent home. Life in a Castle shows the activity around the castle, from the lords and ladies in the Great Hall and the ... http://credotrust.com/products/nf-history/988 a Crabtree Book $16.00 [cart:Science & Technology MA $16:cart] The Middle Ages was a period of great scientific and technological advancement. Trade increased as towns began to grow, and medieval people found more efficient ways of doing work by inventing new machines. The inventions of the heavy plow, horseshoes, and harnesses ... http://credotrust.com/products/nf-history/985 a Crabtree Book $16.00 [cart:Medieval Medicine $16:cart] Medicine was a mysterious art in the Middle Ages and had not yet benefited from the scientific discoveries we take for granted today. This astonishing new book illustrates how death and incurable disease were considered a common part of medieval life. Young readers will ... http://credotrust.com/products/nf-history/982 a Crabtree Book $16.00  NOW $12.00 [cart:Manners & Customs MA $16:cart] Glossy paperback, 32p.  Ages 8-14. Table of Contents: The Middle Ages Orders of Society Noble Youth At the Table Chivalrous Knights In a Monastry A Woman's World Wedding Customs Birth & Death Winter Festivities Spring Holidays Harvest Time   http://credotrust.com/products/nf-history/980