14 Fun Facts About The Tower Of London

Author : Jeannie Meekins
Publisher : Learning Island
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02-14
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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14 Fun Facts About the Tower of London by Jeannie Meekins Pdf

After William, the French Duke of Normandy, defeated King Harold of England at the Battle of Hastings, William became King of England. He built a fortress along the River Thames where he could maintain control of London and watch any invaders coming along the river. The fortress became The Tower of London. Over the years, it has been added to and destroyed. It has been a palace, zoo, Museum, Royal Mint, observatory, prison, and a place of execution and murder for many unlucky souls. Today, its Towers display the secrets of its past while its ghosts wander the grounds at night. Do you know: Why are ravens kept at the Tower of London? What happened to the first prisoner held at the Tower? How many towers did King Henry III build? What happened to the original crown jewels of England? Why is the Garden Tower called the Bloody Tower? Find out the answers to these questions and more and amaze your family and friends with these fun facts. Ages 8 and up. All measurements in American and metric. Reading Level: 6.9 LearningIsland.com believes in the value of children practicing reading for 15 minutes every day. Our 15-Minute Books give children lots of fun, exciting choices to read, from classic stories, to mysteries, to books of knowledge. Many books are appropriate for hi-lo readers. Open the world of reading to a child by having them read for 15 minutes a day.

Author : Caitlind L. Alexander
Publisher : Learning Island
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2018-03-06
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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14 Fun Facts About Big Ben And The Clock Tower by Caitlind L. Alexander Pdf

It is used to show location in hundreds of movies and television shows. Showing an image of this one building immediately lets people know that something is happening in London, England. It is the clock tower, often called Big Ben by the people of the world. Completed in 1859, the clock tower took 34 years to build from the ashes of the fire that destroyed Parliament in 1834. The clock tower and the dials of the clock were designed by Augustus Pugin. It was his last work before going mad and then dying. The actual mechanism for the clock was designed by Edmund Becket Dennison. Strangely, he was not a clockmaker, but a lawyer. Let's learn more about this tower and the things it holds. Do you know: How large are the hands on the clocks? How big is Big Ben? What happened to the clock tower during World War II? How is the clock time adjusted? What happened to the first Big Ben? Find out the answers to these questions and more and amaze your family and friends with these fun facts. Ages 8 and up. All measurements in American and metric. Reading Level: 6.5 LearningIsland.com believes in the value of children practicing reading for 15 minutes every day. Our 15-Minute Books give children lots of fun, exciting choices to read, from classic stories, to mysteries, to books of knowledge. Many books are appropriate for hi-lo readers. Open the world of reading to a child by having them read for 15 minutes a day.

Author : Cullen Gwin
Publisher : Learning Island
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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14 Fun Facts About John Quincy Adams by Cullen Gwin Pdf

John Quincy Adams, was born to John and Abigail Adams on July 11, 1767, in Braintree (now Quincy), Massachusetts. Adams grew up at his father's side, accompanying him on trips while his father carried out his political duties. At an early age, Adams began a political career of his own.He led a varied and interesting life. Here are 14 fun facts about our 6th president. Reading level: 6.6

Author : Caitlind L. Alexander
Publisher : Learning Island
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2018-11-20
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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14 Fun Facts About the Pilgrims by Caitlind L. Alexander Pdf

Do you know the story of the Pilgrims? You may think the pilgrims came to America for religious freedom. While they were seeking religious freedom, that was only half the story. Here are some fun facts you may not know about the Pilgrim story. Do you know: Did the Pilgrims practice religious freedom? How did they pay for their passage to America? What does the word Pilgrim mean? Why did many of the skilled people who were supposed to go, stay behind? What is written about the first Thanksgiving? And more. Find out the answers to these questions and more and amaze your family and friends with these fun facts. Ages 8 and up. All measurements in American and metric. Reading Level: 5.6 Learning Island believes in the value of children practicing reading for 15 minutes every day. Our 15-Minute Books give children lots of fun, exciting choices to read, from classic stories, to mysteries, to books of knowledge. Many books are appropriate for hi-lo readers. Open the world of reading to a child by having them read for 15 minutes a day.

Author : James Sherborne
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1994-07-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780826432735

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War, Politics and Culture in 14th-Century England by James Sherborne Pdf

These essays offer a detailed insight into the planning of English campaigns in France in the late 14th century and into the structure and financing of the English armies and navies. James Sherborne's scholarship went beyond military matters and focused also on the wider political and cultural scene.

Author : Beth Beckman
Publisher : Quirk Books
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2021-06-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781683692492

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Little Kid, Big City!: London by Beth Beckman Pdf

If you could have an adventure in London, where would you go? Curious kids will find plenty to see, learn, and explore in this fun and illustrated pick-your-own-path travel guide series! Would you hop on the Tube to visit Buckingham Palace, find a tasty lunch on Brick Lane, or pass the time with Big Ben? Create your own itinerary, choose which places to visit at the end of every page, and follow along with an adventurous girl and her two moms as they explore London. • Visit iconic sites like Big Ben, the British Library, Westminster Abbey, and the Globe Theatre. • Sample British favorites such as fish and chips and Afternoon Tea. • Hop on and hop off a double decker bus, dart through the Tube, or float along the River Thames. • See the London skyline with visits to the London Eye, the Tower Bridge, and St. Paul’s Cathedral. • Get to know the diversity of the city with visits to Chinatown and Brick Lane. Featuring playful illustrations, a diverse and lovable cast of characters, an invaluable resources section, and a fun foldout map, this book is an ingenious way for kids to take the lead while planning a vacation or learning about one of the largest cities in the world. Whether you’re an armchair traveler or a real-life tourist, the Little Kid, Big City series has everything you need to invent your own adventure! Coming in Spring 2022, Little Kid, Big City!: Paris

Author : Christopher Skaife
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2018-10-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781443455947

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The Ravenmaster by Christopher Skaife Pdf

For centuries, the Tower of London has been home to a group of famous avian residents: the ravens. Each year they are seen by millions of visitors, and they have become as integral a part of the Tower as its ancient stones. But their role is even more important than that—legend has it that if the ravens should ever leave, the Tower will crumble into dust and great harm will befall the kingdom. The responsibility for ensuring that such a disaster never comes to pass falls to one man: the Ravenmaster. The current holder of the position is Yeoman Warder Christopher Skaife, and in this fascinating, entertaining and touching book he memorably describes the ravens’ formidable intelligence, their idiosyncrasies and their occasionally wicked sense of humour. The Ravenmaster is a compelling, inspiring and irreverent story that will delight and surprise anyone with an interest in British history or animal behaviour.

Author : Penelope Arlon
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-28
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781338029604

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Knights & Castles (LEGO Nonfiction) by Penelope Arlon Pdf

Journey back to medieval times with a host of LEGO(R) minifigures! Journey back to medieval times with a host of LEGO(R) minifigures! Meet the boldest, bravest knights and other castle characters--from lords and ladies to cooks and jesters. The LEGO minifigures put the fun into facts. You'll find great LEGO building ideas, too!LEGO(R) minifigures show you the world in a unique nonfiction program. This book is part of a program of LEGO nonfiction books, with something for all the family, at every age and stage. LEGO nonfiction books have amazing facts, beautiful real-world photos, and minifigures everywhere, leading the fun and discovery.

Author : Sir Richard Phillips
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 636 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1840
Category : Ready reference
ISBN : BSB:BSB10401469

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A Million of Facts, of Correct Data, and Elementary Constants in the Entire Circle of the Sciences and on All Subjects of Speculation and Practice by Sir Richard Phillips Pdf

Author : MARK. THOMAS ELLIOTT (ROBERT.),Robert Thomas
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 973 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2024-04-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780192862631

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Public Law by MARK. THOMAS ELLIOTT (ROBERT.),Robert Thomas Pdf

Author : Nigel Jones
Publisher : Macmillan + ORM
Page : 665 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9781250018144

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Tower by Nigel Jones Pdf

A dazzling history of the Tower of London, one of the world's busiest tourist attractions, and the people who populated it. Castle, royal palace, prison, torture chamber, execution site, zoo, mint, home to the crown jewels, armory, record office, observatory, and the most visited tourist attraction in the UK: The Tower of London has been all these things and more. No building in Britain has been more intimately involved in the island's story than this mighty, brooding stronghold in the very heart of the capital, a place which has stood at the epicenter of dramatic, bloody and frequently cruel events for almost a thousand years. Now historian Nigel Jones sets this dramatic story firmly in the context of national—and international—events. In a gripping account drawn from primary sources and lavishly illustrated with sixteen pages of stunning photographs, he captures the Tower in its many changing moods and its many diverse functions. Here, for the first time, is a thematic portrayal of the Tower of london not just as an ancient structure, but as a living symbol of the nation of Great Britain.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 860 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1890
Category : American literature
ISBN : UCAL:B4171011

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The Publishers Weekly by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 612 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1816
Category : Electronic
ISBN : PRNC:32101065086892

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The European Magazine, and London Review by Anonim Pdf

Author : Sir Richard PHILLIPS
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1853
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0020345283

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A Million of Facts ... A new edition by Sir Richard PHILLIPS Pdf

Author : Marcus Stuart
Publisher : Marcus Stuart
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2015-01-02
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Wimpy Kid Jokes About Love & Valentines! by Marcus Stuart Pdf

Q: What do Star Wars characters say to each other on Valentine's Day? A: You’re the obi-one for me! Kids love to hear and tell jokes with friends and family. Just Kidding About Love & Valentines! LOL Jokes, Riddles, Fun Trivia and Quotes on Love provides hours of fun reading, riddles, jokes, Valentines trivia and most importantly laughter. The perfect gift idea for any child to further inspire reading and laughter with friends and family. Unlike most children’s joke books, Just Kidding books contain a wealth of other interesting facts, trivia and information to engage old and young readers alike. This book includes: - over 100 Valentine’s jokes and riddles - Valentine’s knock-knock jokes - Curious Valentine’s Superstitions & Traditions - Valentine’s Day Trivia created by the Just Kidding Kid Team - Crazy Kissing Facts & Trivia created by the Just Kidding Kid Team - Top Valentine’s Phobias - Historical and Cultural Facts about Valentine's Day - Great quotes on Love created by the Just Kidding Kid Team Sections are organized into categories for easy access and reference. Recommended for ages 7 – 12 and big kids (adults) who don’t take themselves too seriously!