Absolutely Absurd History: Weird and Funny Stories from the Past for Curious Kids – Laugh and Learn with Amazing Facts and Brilliant Illustrations - Couverture souple

Graham, Matthew; Whitlock, Rebecca

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1068191554 ISBN 13 : 9781068191558

Editeur : Willow & Bloom Publishing, 2025

Synopsis

Got a kid who yawns at history, or one who can’t stop asking, “What happened next?”

Absolutely Absurd History turns real historical events into an exciting adventure for kids aged 6 to 12. Jam packed with tons of fascinating short stories, mind-blowing facts, AND brilliant full-color art on every page, it’s the kind of history book that even reluctant readers can’t put down, and it makes an unforgettable gift for curious kids this Christmas.

Be blown away by what’s inside:

✅ Ancient Absurdities From naked geniuses and sticky royal servants to emperors who built seashell armies, meet the most eccentric characters of the ancient world.

✅ Royal Rascals and Ridiculous Rulers Be glad these kings and queens aren’t in charge anymore! From exploding royal cakes and pineapple parades to beard taxes and waistline worries, it’s a parade of regal ridiculousness.

✅ The Wild World of America Sail with “ugly mermaids,” survive Benjamin Franklin’s shocking experiments, and meet a president with a pet parrot who couldn’t keep quiet at funerals.

✅ Far-Flung Fiascos Journey across time and space for exploding samurai, marathon runners who never stopped running, and a war that humans actually lost… to emus!

✅ European Escapades From stinking rivers and dancing plagues to a bunny army and a tower that just wouldn’t stand straight, discover Europe’s strangest moments.

Every page is full of fascinating non-fiction facts, extraordinary historical characters, major missteps, and wild real events that reveal the unbelievable side of the past.

Why this book will be your family’s favorite! :

✅ Makes history fun - True stories told in a fun, fast-paced voice so kids forget they’re learning.

✅ Boosts reading confidence - Engaging facts and approachable language are ideal for independent readers and reluctant ones alike.

✅ Great value - With tons of fully illustrated pages, it offers hours of entertainment and learning .

✅ Family-friendly - Perfect for sharing aloud and sparking conversations; a fantastic gift for birthdays and holidays.

Whether they love wild, unbelievable facts, or history’s a total snooze, this book will have them learning, grinning and asking for more. The perfect history book for kids!

Don’t wait, click “Add to Cart” now and wrap up the perfect Christmas present or stocking stuffer for the curious kid in your life!

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Willow & Bloom Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1068191554
• ISBN 13: 9781068191558
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 100
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg