The History Detective Investigates: Victorian School

The History Detective Investigates: Victorian School

by RichardWood (Author)

Synopsis

With the help of canine history detective Sherlock Bones, this book looks at schools during the Victorian era, providing details on all the different places of education, such as ragged schools, dame schools and public schools. Topics covered include rules and punishments, classrooms and equipment, lessons, and what everyday life was like for the children and teachers. Full of fascinating information, the book presents the reader with stimulating questions and prompts to help them compile their own project. It is logically presented, with clear photos, colour artwork, glossary and index.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 32
Edition: New Ed
Publisher: Wayland
Published: 14 Aug 2003

ISBN 10: 0750237449
ISBN 13: 9780750237444
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
Book Overview: Richard Wood has written many history books for children, including Victorian Life: A Victorian Street , A Look Inside a Victorian House , The Illustrated World of the Victorians , Bathrooms Through the Ages , Bedrooms Through the Ages , Famous Lives: the Queen Mother .

Media Reviews
'Well written and accurate, utilising some excellent photographic evidence.' -- The School Librarian 20030303
Author Bio
Richard Wood works in Norfolk as a museum education officer. He has written many history books for children, including several on Victorian topics.