Life in Medieval Europe
Life in Medieval Europe
Reading Level: 6
Interest Level: 6-8
Prepare to step back in time to an exciting age of
chivalrous knights, decadent feasts, and castles under siege. Each title in the
Life in Medieval Europe series explores the lives of those who lived during
these tumultuous years from lowly peasants to powerful kings and queens. The
Middle Ages are explored through four lenses: the castle, the church, the city,
and the countryside. The relationships between the various levels of feudal
society provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of life in Europe
during the Middle Ages.
EACH BOOK CONTAINS:
? Colorful period artwork to support the text
? Sidebars that supplement the text with additional information on activities, individuals,
and events
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Literary extracts from a variety of sources, including religious texts and historic documents
CURRICULUM
CONNECTIONS:
? Primary and secondary sources provide firsthand accounts from individuals who lived
during this time period
? Profiles of iconic
men and women from the Middle Ages
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Provides a wealth of information appropriate for research projects and oral
presentations
