History's Horror Stories

The History's Horror Stories series takes a graphic look
at the gruesome and disgusting side of the most notorious but revered empires in
history. From the Vikings and the Romans in Europe to the ancient Chinese in
Asia, the ancient Egyptians in Africa, and the Aztecs and Maya in the Americas,
young readers will learn about the dark and gory secrets of history's most
important ancient civilizations, including slave labor, human sacrifices,
mummification, and more.
Each Book Contains:

• Compelling fact boxes
offering additional information about the unique and violent practices of each
civilization

• Dynamic illustrations and full-color photographs that
complement and further explain accompanying text

• New vocabulary is defined
in a glossary for ease of reading and comprehension
Curriculum
Connections:

• Explores the societal and religious customs, beliefs, and
values of each ancient civilization

• Encourages comparative critical
thinking across multiple cultures and continents

• Aligns with middle school
social studies standards for study of ancient cultures