Craft Box: Ancient Romans

by Jillian Powell

Published 10 October 2013

Each book in this delightful, child-friendly series focuses on a different period in history, from Ancient Rome right up to World War 2.

Children will love learning about each era, and then following the simple instructions to make useful or interesting objects from that time.

Age-appropriate and accessible, the books are jam-packed with great ideas and perfect for use at home or in the classroom.

In Craft Box: Ancient Romans, you can learn how to make a shield, a Janus mask, a dolphin mosaic, a Roman coin box, a bulla, a triumphal arch photo frame, a fresco, a Draco standard, a laurel wreath, a seal, a clay lamp and a sun dial!

Fun facts on every spread give background information about Ancient Rome and its people, from the lives of emperors, to ordinary Romans and slaves.

A Further Information spread suggests age-appropriate websites and books, so children can go away and learn more about the Romans.

A glossary explains any tricky words, and will help to further increase children's knowledge and understanding of the era.


Craft Box

by Jillian Powell

Published 30 July 2017

When in Rome, craft as the Romans do! This interactive book transports readers to the world of ancient Rome through hands-on crafts. Readers will learn fascinating facts about this vibrant culture as they create laurel wreaths, shields, Janus masks, and more! As they craft, readers will learn about Roman numerals, discover how sundials work, and delve into the many customs of this ancient culture. Simple step-by-step instructions and helpful photographs guide readers through each craft. Hands-on activities help readers retain information on Roman culture and bring history to life. This unique combination of engaging art activities and history will be perfect for any library.

Craft Box: Ancient Greeks

by Jillian Powell

Published 14 November 2013

Each book in this delightful, child-friendly series focuses on a different period in history, from Ancient Egypt right up to World War 2.

Children will love learning about each era, and then following the simple instructions to make useful or interesting objects from that time.

Age-appropriate and accessible, the books are jam-packed with great ideas and perfect for use at home or in the classroom.

In Craft Box: Ancient Greeks, you can learn how to make theatre masks, a a fish dish, a Medusa headdress, an Olympic torch, a perfume bottle, a golden wreath, a fibula, a Hoplite's shield, a Greek arm guard, a gable decoration, a discus and pan pipes!

Fun facts on every spread give background information about Ancient Greece and its people, from food and everyday life to the Olympics and religion.

A Further Information spread suggests age-appropriate websites and books, so children can go away and learn more about the ancient Greeks.

A glossary explains any tricky words, and will help to further increase children's knowledge and understanding of the era.


Victorian Times

by Jillian Powell

Published 12 December 2013
Each book in this delightful, child-friendly series focuses on a different period in history, from Ancient Egypt right up to World War 2. Children will love learning about each era, and then following the simple instructions to make useful or interesting objects from that time. Age-appropriate and accessible, the books are jam-packed with great ideas and perfect for use at home or in the classroom. In Craft Box: Victorian Times, you can learn how to make a Penny Black stamp, a barrel organ, a silhouette portrait, a bellows camera, a spinning top, a Victorian police helmet, a Jubilee souvenir, a model of the Crystal Palace, a Victorian calling card, a terrarium, a candlestick telephone and a cornucopia! Fun facts on every spread give background information about the Victorian era and its people, from the engineers, explorers and inventors who are still famous today, to Queen Victoria herself. A Further Information spread suggests age-appropriate websites and books, so children can go away and learn more about the Victorians. A glossary explains any tricky words, and will help to further increase children's knowledge and understanding of the era.

World War II

by Jillian Powell

Published 12 December 2013
Each book in this delightful, child-friendly series focuses on a different period in history, from Ancient Egypt right up to World War 2. Children will love learning about each era, and then following the simple instructions to make useful or interesting objects from that time. Age-appropriate and accessible, the books are perfect for use at home or in the classroom.

Craft Box: Tudor Times

by Jillian Powell

Published 14 November 2013
Each book in this delightful, child-friendly series focuses on a different period in history, from Ancient Egypt right up to World War 2. Children will love learning about each era, and then following the simple instructions to make useful or interesting objects from that time. Age-appropriate and accessible, the books are perfect for use at home or in the classroom.

Comedy! Tragedy! The ancient Greeks were incredible storytellers. This book transports readers to ancient Greece, a culture of marvelous myths, brutal wars, and sacred traditions. Readers will love the diverse activities that reflect the many aspects of ancient Greek life: designing theater masks, constructing Hoplite shields, adorning Medusa headbands, and many others. Interactive creations, like plastic straw panpipes, will make readers feel like time travelers. They ll learn mystifying facts about this rich culture, from the origins of the modern alphabet to favorite ancient Greek sports, as they craft. Simple step-by-step instructions with accompanying photographs make projects accessible, ensuring fun and safety.

Ancient Egyptians

by Jillian Powell

Published 10 October 2013
Each book in this delightful, child-friendly series focuses on a different period in history, from Ancient Egypt right up to World War 2. Children will love learning about each era, and then following the simple instructions to make useful or interesting objects from that time. Age-appropriate and accessible, the books are jam-packed with great ideas and perfect for use at home or in the classroom. In Ancient Egyptians, you can learn how to make hieroglyphic stone, a Pharaoh's mask, an Egyptian headband, a scarab paperweight, an armlet, a fan, a lucky amulet, a wind chime, a papyrus scroll, a sarcophagus, an animal mummy and a lotus lantern!

Craft Like the Tudors

by Jillian Powell

Published 30 July 2017

With a flair for fashion and a love of cats, the ancient Egyptians weren t so different from us except for the mummies and sarcophagi! This engaging book teaches readers about ancient Egyptian culture as they craft their way through history. Readers will love the diverse variety of activities drawing hieroglyphics in clay, designing their own jewelry, making animal mummies, and more! Easy-to-follow instructions and photographs make these fun projects accessible to a wide range of ages and abilities. Full of interesting facts, this book is a fascinating combination of hands-on art activities and history that readers will love.