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A Brief History of the Anglo-Saxons
by Geoffrey HindleyStarting AD 400 (around the time of their invasion of England) and running through to the 1100s (the 'Aftermath'), historian Geoffrey Hindley shows the Anglo-Saxons as formative in the history not only of England but also of Europe. The society inspired by the warrior world of the Old English poem Beowulf saw England become the world's first nation state and Europe's first country to conduct affairs in its own language, and Bede and Boniface of Wessex establish the dating convention we still use today. Including all the latest research, this is a fascinating assessment of a vital historical period.
The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle
by James IngramOriginally compiled on the orders of King Alfred the Great, approximately A.D. 890, and subsequently maintained and added to by generations of anonymous scribes until the middle of the 12th Century.
Leif Frond and the Viking Games
by Joan LennonLeif wants to be a hero, but as the youngest and smallest member of his huge Viking family, he's never had the chance to shine. Can he finally become a champion at the Midsummer Games?All he has to do is compete with some fully grown Viking heroes at sports including archery (no problem, with his very special bow from Queue the Artificer) and wrestling (big problem, the other contenders are all twice his size). Oh, and keep the Widow Brownhilde away from his father before he does something stupid like marrying her. And stop his meddlesome granny from cheating. And avoid his gigantic troll-like sister and her list of chores.... Easy.
Leif Frond and the Viking Games
by Joan LennonLeif wants to be a hero, but as the youngest and smallest member of his huge Viking family, he's never had the chance to shine. Can he finally become a champion at the Midsummer Games?All he has to do is compete with some fully grown Viking heroes at sports including archery (no problem, with his very special bow from Queue the Artificer) and wrestling (big problem, the other contenders are all twice his size). Oh, and keep the Widow Brownhilde away from his father before he does something stupid like marrying her. And stop his meddlesome granny from cheating. And avoid his gigantic troll-like sister and her list of chores.... Easy.
There's a Viking in My Bed and Other Stories
by Jeremy Strong and John LeversAfter falling overboard from his longboat, Sigurd the Viking finds himself in modern-day Flotby - a small English seaside town. Finding refuge in the aptly named Viking Hotel, Siggy's attempts to embrace modern ways end in disaster. His attempt at romance is no better off as even the course of true love doesn't run smoothly when Siggy's involved!
Oxford Reading Tree, TreeTops, Non-Fiction, Stage 9
by Fiona MacdonaldWho was Eric the Red and why did he run away from home? Find out more about Viking ships and battle axes and discover how the Vikings gave us the expression 'going berserk'! This reference book explains and shows the life of Vikings using eye-catching pictures!
The Vikings
by John MalamThrough examining primary evidence, such as, pots, swords, remains, artwork, buildings and tapestries, the reader will be introduced to each historical age.
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 15, TreeTops Fiction, Pack A
by Margaret McallisterBook band 14 dark blue. Oxford level 15, pack A. Three useless Vikings are rowing to Britain in The Worst of the Vikings. Morbid hates fighting, Vapid is unsure what pillaging is and Torpid just wants to sleep. Is their leader wise to send them into battle? Alternate ISBN 9780199184408
Vikings
by Neil OliverThe Vikings famously took no prisoners, relished cruel retribution and prided themselves on their bloodthirsty skills as warriors. But their prowess in battle is only a small part of their extraordinary story. For over two hundred years between the end of the eighth century and the middle of the eleventh, these Scandinavian tribes became the greatest adventurers the world had yet seen. Perhaps the greatest there will ever be.
Magic Tree House 15
by Mary Pope OsborneA tale of high waves and high adventure for Jack and Annie when the tree house lands in the sea off the coast of Ireland. Things get dangerous when Viking ships approach!
The Normans and the Battle of Hastings
by Philip ParkerDiscover the answers to fascinating questions in these new titles from the History Detective Investigates series. Follow Sherlock Bones on the detective trail and find out more about the past and start a history project of your own.
Knowing History - KS3 HISTORY ANGLO-SAXON ENGLAND (PDF)
by Robert PealReady-made high quality KS3 history lessons on Anglo-Saxon England - topic booklet perfect for a half term's work. Give every student access to high quality KS3 History textbook content with this topic booklet on Anglo-Saxon England. Chapter 1: The Anglo Saxons Chapter 2: Anglo-Saxon Rule Chapter 3: The Vikings Chapter 4: Alfred the Great Chapter 5: The Anglo-Saxon Golden Age * Fits into the school timetable with ease with 5 high quality lessons, perfect for a half term * Ignites an interest in history through extraordinary people, amazing facts, and a distinctly engaging narrative * Helps all students to think critically about the past by focusing on the knowledge they need and then checking their understanding * Aids pupil memory with a 'knowledge organiser' at the back with key dates, vocabulary and significant people. * Delivers excellent lessons and saves time planning with the Teacher Guide available free on Collins.co.uk, containing teaching ideas, suggested sources, assessment, answers, essay titles and extended writing examples
Knowing History - KS3 HISTORY NORMAN ENGLAND (PDF)
by Robert PealReady-made high quality KS3 history lessons on the Norman Conquest - topic booklet perfect for a half term's work. Give every student access to high quality KS3 History textbook content with this topic booklet on the Norman Conquest. Chapter 1: Saxon, Norman or Viking? Chapter 2: The Battle of Hastings Chapter 3: The Norman Conquest Chapter 4: The Feudal System Chapter 5: The Norman Monarchs * Fits into the school timetable with ease with 5 high quality lessons, perfect for a half term * Ignites an interest in history through extraordinary people, amazing facts, and a distinctly engaging narrative * Helps all students to think critically about the past by focusing on the knowledge they need and then checking their understanding * Aids pupil memory with a 'knowledge organiser' at the back with key dates, vocabulary and significant people. * Delivers excellent lessons and saves time planning with the Teacher Guide available free on Collins.co.uk, containing teaching ideas, suggested sources, assessment, answers, essay titles and extended writing examples
Vikings
by Liza Phipps and Avril ThompsonHistory Showtime brings a fresh new approach to history, combining essential learning with the fun of drama and music.History Showtime: Vikings looks at who the Vikings were and describes their everyday life, such as what they ate, what they wore and their beliefs. Alongside this key information are four songs, unique to this series, which bring the facts to life. At the end of the book is a simple playscript for children to act out.
Britain AD
by Francis PryorLeading archaeologist Francis Pryor retells the story of King Arthur, legendary king of the Britons, tracing it back to its Bronze Age origins.
Longman Anthology of Old English, Old Icelandic, and Anglo-Norman Literatures
by Richard North; Joe Allard; Patricia GilliesThe Longman Anthology of Old English, Old Icelandic and Anglo-Norman Literatures provides a scholarly and accessible introduction to the literature which was the inspiration for many of the heroes of modern popular culture, from The Lord of the Rings to The Chronicles of Narnia, and which set the foundations of the English language and its literature as we know it today. Edited, translated and annotated by the editors of Beowulf and Other Stories, the anthology introduces readers to the rich and varied literature of Britain, Scandinavia and France of the period in and around the Viking Age. Ranging from the Old English epic Beowulf through to the Anglo-Norman texts which heralded the transition Middle English, thematically organised chapters present elegies, eulogies, laments and followed by material on the Viking Wars in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, Vikings gods and Icelandic sagas, and a final chapter on early chivalry introduces the new themes and forms which led to Middle English literature, including Arthurian Romances and Chaucer's Canterbury Tales.Laying out in parallel text format selections from the most important Old English, Old Icelandic and Anglo-Norman works, this anthology presents translated and annotated texts with useful bibliographic references, prefaced by a headnote providing useful background and explanation.
Anglo-Saxon framed building (large print)
by RnibThis page shows two labelled views of a typical Saxon building and the different materials that were used in its construction. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up. At the top of the page is a side view of the building with a steep roof coming to a point at the top. Further down the page is a window opening. In the bottom part of the page there is a front view of the building with the facing of the roof and further down, in the centre, is the entrance.
Anglo-Saxon framed building (Large Print)
by RnibThis page shows two labelled views of a typical Saxon building and the different materials that were used in its construction. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.At the top of the page is a side view of the building with a steep roof coming to a point at the top. Further down the page is a window opening. In the bottom part of the page there is a front view of the building with the facing of the roof and further down, in the centre, is the entrance.
Anglo-Saxon framed building (UEB Contracted)
by RnibThis page shows two labelled views of a typical Saxon building and the different materials that were used in its construction. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.At the top of the page is a side view of the building with a steep roof coming to a point at the top. Further down the page is a window opening. In the bottom part of the page there is a front view of the building with the facing of the roof and further down, in the centre, is the entrance.
Anglo-Saxon framed building (UEB uncontracted)
by RnibThis page shows two labelled views of a typical Saxon building and the different materials that were used in its construction. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up. At the top of the page is a side view of the building with a steep roof coming to a point at the top. Further down the page is a window opening. In the bottom part of the page there is a front view of the building with the facing of the roof and further down, in the centre, is the entrance.
Anglo-Saxon framed building (UEB Uncontracted)
by RnibThis page shows two labelled views of a typical Saxon building and the different materials that were used in its construction. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.At the top of the page is a side view of the building with a steep roof coming to a point at the top. Further down the page is a window opening. In the bottom part of the page there is a front view of the building with the facing of the roof and further down, in the centre, is the entrance.
Anglo-Saxon thane (large print)
by RnibThis page shows an Anglo-Saxon thane: a man holding lands from the king, or a Lord of the Manor. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.The thane stands facing you wearing a long cloak with a hood. Under this, he wears a long belted tunic and jewellery around his waist and on his chest. His arms are held out to the right and left and his feet, wearing slippers, are at the bottom of the page.
Anglo-Saxon thane (UEB contracted)
by RnibThis page shows an Anglo-Saxon thane: a man holding lands from the king, or a Lord of the Manor. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.The thane stands facing you wearing a long cloak with a hood. Under this, he wears a long belted tunic and jewellery around his waist and on his chest. His arms are held out to the right and left and his feet, wearing slippers, are at the bottom of the page.
Anglo-Saxon thane (UEB uncontracted)
by RnibThis page shows an Anglo-Saxon thane: a man holding lands from the king, or a Lord of the Manor. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.The thane stands facing you wearing a long cloak with a hood. Under this, he wears a long belted tunic and jewellery around his waist and on his chest. His arms are held out to the right and left and his feet, wearing slippers, are at the bottom of the page.
Anglo-Saxon warrior (large print)
by RnibThis page shows an Anglo-Saxon warrior dressed and equipped for battle. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up. The warrior is standing facing you and is wearing a metal helmet, a cloak and a chain mail tunic. He holds a spear in his hand to the left and a wooden shield to the right. He wears a short sword on his belt and at the bottom of the page are his long leather boots.