Titles in This Set 1. Stone Age 2. Iron Age 3. Egyptians 4. Ancient Greeks 5. Celts 6. Romans 7. The Maya 8. Vikings 9. Castles 10. Digging Up the Past Details Condition: Brand New Format: Hardback (10 books) ISBN: 9781474929097 Publisher: Usborne Age Range: 5-7 years Overview Take young history fans on a journey through the ages with the Usborne Beginners History 10 Books Collection Set. From Stone Age tools to the mysteries of archaeology in Digging Up the Past, this bright, sturdy hardback set breaks big historical topics into short, friendly chapters. Perfect for children starting to explore non-fiction, it turns classroom topics into exciting home reading and curiosity about the civilisations that shaped our world. About the Books Each of the ten Usborne Beginners titles follows the same trusted formula: simple, engaging text paired with colourful illustrations, maps and helpful diagrams that make history click for early readers. Stone Age and Iron Age explore how our ancestors hunted, farmed and built early settlements, while Celts and Romans reveal the daily lives and conflicts of ancient Britain and its invaders. Egyptians uncovers pyramids, pharaohs and mummies, and Ancient Greeks introduces the philosophers and everyday life of a civilisation that shaped modern thinking. Vikings takes readers aboard longships to discover Norse homes, feasts and gods, while The Maya reveals the temples and cities of a remarkable ancient civilisation. Castles explains how these fortresses were built and defended, and Digging Up the Past rounds off the set with a look at archaeology itself — how experts uncover and interpret clues from the past. Together, the ten hardback books form a well-rounded introduction to world history, ideal for supporting Key Stage 1 topics or simply feeding curiosity about the past. Short sections, clear headings and bite-sized facts make these books well suited to children reading independently for the first time, as well as being ideal for reading aloud together. Ten sturdy hardback books covering key historical civilisations and periods Clear, simple language ideal for developing and independent readers Colourful illustrations, maps and diagrams support understanding Great for supporting Key Stage 1 history topics at school Compact size, perfect for a book corner, shelf or school bag A lasting gift set for curious young historians About the Authors This collection brings together experienced Usborne Beginners authors, including Emily Bone, Leonie Pratt, Lisa Jane Gillespie and Jerome Martin, each specialising in accessible non-fiction for young readers. Working closely with Usborne's editorial team, they translate complex historical subjects into clear, engaging text that holds children's attention, combining accuracy with warmth and humour to make history approachable for beginner readers. Why You'll Love This Collection With ten beautifully illustrated hardbacks in one set, this is a brilliant value introduction to world history for young readers, ideal as a birthday gift, school starter present or family bookshelf staple that will be returned to again and again. Please Note: Cover may vary slightly from image shown; this is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed.