Nine-year-old Michael O'Connor's story is typical of the two million Irish people who fled the Great Famine of Ireland between 1845 and 1850. We accompany Michael and his family through repeated failures of the potato crop that force them to leave Ireland. They seek passage on the sailing ship Dunbrody, bound for North America, where the family strives to rebuild a life in the New World. This beautifully illustrated book is packed with facts and real-life details of that journey. It includes two fascinating pop-ups of the Dunbrody famine ship which carried hundreds of emigrants from Ireland to America and Canada. It offers an unusual and innovative introduction for children to this extraordinary period of Irish history, and will impress on them the bravery and fortitude of their ancestors.

Life on a Famine Ship: A Journal of The Irish Famine 1845-1850

Teen & Young Adult

Crosbie, Duncan

Historical Fiction

Gill Books

He introduces us to the ghost of Sir Humfrey who takes the reader back to the building of the castle. He tells how the castle grew from a single tower to the building we see now and shows how the weapons used, both to attack and defend the castle developed as the castle's defenses strengthened. Different flaps, tabs and pop-ups illustrate long bows, siege engines, battering rams and catapults. Daily life in the castle is also illustrated - from the work of blacksmiths, farriers and armourers to the life of the knights and soldiers. There are also illustrations of the castle's farms and gardens, which provided a regular supply of fresh food. Finally the journal brings the story through the development of gunpowder and cannons to the siege and eventual fall of the castle. Using the style and techniques which have proved so popular in Life on a Famine Ship and Voyage of the Titanic, Life in an Irish Castle will introduce children to the world of the medieval castle

Life in an Irish Castle: The Journal of a 17th Century Castles in Times of Peace and War

Children's Books

History

GILL MACMILLAN

Take-off!

The Vixen Press

Guided by the cartoon figure of Professor Murphy, children are brought from earliest pre-historic Ireland through to Ireland in the 21st century. Each chapter contains 2 double-page spreads, carefully divided into easily digested smaller sections. The book is illustrated in full colour throughout Contents 1 Prehistoric Ireland and the coming of the Gaels 2 New ideas and invasions, 5th-10th centuries 3 Confusion all around, 10th-11th centuries 4 The shock of the Normans 1169-1254 5 Irish Revival, 14th to 16th centuries 6 Rebellion, Plantation & more Rebellion 1590-1641 7 To Hell or to Connaught, 1641-1685 8 Protestants in charge, 1660-1790 9 Revolution & Famine, 1790-1850 10 Nationalism on the march, 1848-1914 (i) 11 Nationalism on the march, 1848-1914 (ii) 12 War of Independence & the Irish Free State, 1916-1923 13 Partition & republic, 1923-1960s 14 Economic & social liberation, 1960s - present 15 The Troubles and their resolution, 1960s - present

Professor Murphy's History of Ireland

Education & Reference

We follow Olaf, a Viking boy living in Dublin whose father is a shipbuilder. Viking life in Ireland in related through his diary entries and extra information on Viking culture, tradition and lifestyle is given through numerous pop-ups, lift the flap and other interactive features. Who were the Vikings? Find out where they came from and how they lived. Explore the Vikings fascination with story telling, myths and legends. Why did Viking ships feature carved figureheads? Uncover the secrets of Viking shipbuilding and the Sea Stallion from Denmark.

Viking Raiders: Life in Ireland

This stunning interactive journal of a young boy explains the events of the time from a personal perspective, while at the same time showing facts, figures and detailed information about the ship. Includes three fabulous pop ups, flaps, memorabilia and much more.

The Voyage of the Titanic: 2012 Centenary Edition

Each Find Out About book introduces boys and girls to a different country, its people, its history, its culture, and its language. The books are divided into four parts: Part One: Introduction--Takes readers on a journey across the country, pointing out major cities, places of special interest, and favorite sports and pastimes. Part Two: Everyday Life--Kids attend school and enjoy after-school activities, while the grownups pursue their professions, occupations, and trades. Part Three: History and Culture--Readers learn about a country's political leaders and cultural figures, and visit distinctive landmarks and monuments. Part Four: The Language--Readers learn fundamentals of the country's native language, including phrases for meeting people, finding their way around cities and towns, counting, telling time, and more. The titles in this series are: Find Out About China, Find Out About France, Find Out About Italy, and Find Out About Spain. Here are fine supplements for elementary social studies and language classes, as well as books that kids will enjoy having at home to read. They're the next-best alternatives to traveling to foreign lands. Color illustrations throughout.

Find Out About France: Learn French Words and Phrases / About Life in France / History and Culture (Find Out About Books)

B E S Pub Co

Find Out About Spain: Learn Spanish Words and Phrases / Life in Spain / History and Culture (Find Out About Series)

Here, in words and pictures--including imaginative pop-up illustrations--is the story of the Irish potato famine of the 1840s, and the resulting hardship that caused widespread death and eventual emigration of thousands of Irish from their homeland. Seeking a better life, those who could make the journey fled to America, Canada, England, Australia, and New Zealand. This book's imaginative use of paper engineering shows household interiors in an Irish country village, a typical sailing ship that carried Irish from their homeland, and other fascinating details that illustrate nineteenth-century Irish life. The story is told from the point of view of Michael O'Connor, a nine-year-old boy who, with his family, endures many hardships before arriving in America. This volume is designed in a form to suggest Michael's scrapbook. It's filled with facts and true-to-life details of the O'Connor family's journey on the famine ship Dunbrody. A feature at the end of the book gives brief biographical sketches of many famous Americans of Irish background. Color illustrations on every page.

Life on a Famine Ship: A Journal of the Irish Famine 1845-1850

What was it like to live in a medieval castle? This unique book, perfect for reluctant readers and aspiring architects, shows you. For any child who has wondered what life was like in a real medieval castle, this book introduces an architectural marvel through pop-ups, hidden panels, and the helpful commentary of a castle ghost. Every aspect of existence in a castlefrom how it was built, to how it was defended from attackers, to what people ate and how they livedis illustrated and explained in this uniquely designed story. Oversize and chock full of facts, this book makes an excellent addition to a pop-up book collection and is ideal for gift giving and as a starting point for future research. Praise for The Castle: Too many graphic novel adaptations of classic literature just break down the stories into digestible panels; this is a powerful interpretation of Kafka’s timeless themes.” Publishers Weekly

Castle: A Three-Dimensional Interactive Adventure

Finch, Keith

Abrams Books for Young Readers

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