{"id":1438,"date":"2022-08-23T13:03:56","date_gmt":"2022-08-23T13:03:56","guid":{"rendered":"\/review\/?page_id=1438"},"modified":"2024-08-30T06:13:51","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T06:13:51","slug":"history-book-for-kid","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"\/review\/history-book-for-kid\/","title":{"rendered":"Make Learning Fun With the Best History Books For Kids"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":1440,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-guide-3.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[32],"class_list":["post-1438","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-kids"],"yoast_head":"\nThe Best History Books For Kids of 2024 (Review) - Mighty Moms<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Most kids see history as a tedious subject. 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It is authored by Jimmy Beason, an Osage Nation of Oklahoma member. Since it has been written by a professor in Indigenous and American Indian Studies, there is no doubt that every fact in this book has been thoroughly checked. <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The book contains information about the contributions of 15 Native American leaders from the perspective of indigenous people. Its colorful illustrations and engaging narrative are sure to keep your kids’ curiosity sparked and captivated. In fact, the narration is done in a way that makes this book enjoyable for people of every age wanting to learn more about Native American history. <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This book is specially made for kids between eight and twelve years old, so you won’t have to worry about your little ones not being able to understand it. Plus, this history book for kids is also highly affordable so it won’t weigh heavy on your wallet.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The author's credibility, the ageless way it is narrated, and its affordability make this history book for kids the best overall on our list.<\/span>","features_title":"Key Features","features":"","pros_title":"Pros","pros":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Credible author<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Enjoyable and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mightymoms.club\/review\/educational-childrens-book\/\">educational<\/a> for all ages<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Extremely affordable <\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","cons_title":"Cons","cons":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The binding is not sturdy<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","link":"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1648762883\/","link_second":"#","btn_link_title_two":"Check On Amazon","btn_link_title_second":"Check Price on Chewy","sale_label":""},{"show_in_top":"on","block_clickable":false,"select":"","title":"Titanic Q&A: 175+ Fascinating Facts for Kids","brand":"","badge_title":"Most Informative","rating":"","review_count":"","select_bottom":"","image":{"2241":"\/review\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/mary-montero-mightymoms.jpg"},"desc":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Most 80s and 90s kids — i.e. the new parents of today — have grown up watching Titanic. They’ve had a basic understanding of what happened to that doomed ship since childhood, but most Gen Z kids don’t even know about that blockbuster <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mightymoms.club\/review\/movie-for-kid\/\">movie<\/a>! Don’t worry, this history book by Mary Montero is all they need. It includes 175+ facts about the unfortunate debut of the Titanic, and how it struck an iceberg in 1912. It even includes detailed information like how much it had cost to be built, and the engineering weaknesses that lead to its quick demise. <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Its Q&A section even has in-depth questions about the Titanic’s passengers, cargo, and crew!<\/span>","features_title":"Key Features","features":"","pros_title":"Pros","pros":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Covers the whole Titanic timeline<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Has 100% true and myth-busting facts<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Hours of reading, exploration, entertainment, and fascination<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","cons_title":"Cons","cons":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Could be longer<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","link":"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1647396808\/","link_second":"#","btn_link_title_two":"Check On Amazon","btn_link_title_second":"Check Price on Chewy","sale_label":""},{"show_in_top":"on","block_clickable":false,"select":"","title":"The Rockridge Story Of Black History Book for Kids","brand":"","badge_title":"Most Interesting","rating":"","review_count":"","select_bottom":"","image":{"1531":"\/review\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rockridge-press-mightymoms2.jpg"},"desc":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Teaching your children Black history at an early age is important, and there’s no better way to do it than with this amazing box set. \"The Story of Black History Book\" by Rockridge Press for kids set includes five books featuring black people who have made a massive impact on history. From the story of Harriet Tubman, who fought to free enslaved people, to Barack Obama, the first African American president, this box set includes it all. It’s a great way for children to get inspired by learning about these great people.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This history book allows your child to learn about the courage and hard work these Black heroes put in. All the books have lovely and colorful illustrations in them as well.<\/span>","features_title":"Key Features","features":"","pros_title":"Pros","pros":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This book set is lightweight <\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Helps your child improve their reading skills<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Includes a quiz to test your child’s knowledge <\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","cons_title":"Cons","cons":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Might be hard to read for younger children <\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","link":"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1638788723\/","link_second":"#","btn_link_title_two":"Check On Amazon","btn_link_title_second":"Check Price on Chewy","sale_label":""},{"show_in_top":"on","block_clickable":false,"select":"","title":"Black Heroes History Book for Kids","brand":"","badge_title":"Best Value","rating":"","review_count":"","select_bottom":"","image":{"1761":"\/review\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/kids-history-book.jpg"},"desc":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Teach your kid about history’s heroes and encourage diverse learning with the “Black Heroes History Book for Kids.” This book focuses on heroes from ancient Egypt all the way to the civil rights movements of the 1960s and the first Black president of the U.S. Inspire your children to innovate, persevere, and reach new heights with this book. They can learn about the struggle to live during times of slavery in America, and also how Black Americans pioneered industries like science and aerospace. <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Consisting of 51 Black heroes, the book contains a wide variety of interesting personalities, from civil rights activists like Martin Luther King Jr. to legendary musicians to brilliant scientists. This book is the best value because of its deep knowledge of each individual combined with a variety of time periods and innovations covered.<\/span>","features_title":"Key Features","features":"","pros_title":"Pros","pros":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Features fun, colorful portraits of black heroes<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Includes lesser-known heroes<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Gives extra resources like websites to visit<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","cons_title":"Cons","cons":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It’s a little short<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","link":"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1641527048","link_second":"#","btn_link_title_two":"Check On Amazon","btn_link_title_second":"Check Price on Chewy","sale_label":""},{"show_in_top":"on","block_clickable":false,"select":"","title":"History Year by Year by DK","brand":"","badge_title":"Most Extensive","rating":"","review_count":"","select_bottom":"","image":{"1442":"\/review\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/DK-mightymoms.jpg"},"desc":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Next up, we have <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">History Year by Year,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> the most engaging book on the list. Authored by DK, this book has over 1500 images to show different moments in history. It also contains feature spreads and timelines for significant historical moments like the Renaissance and the French Revolution. Another great feature is the ‘Moment in Time’ spreads. These massive images capture a particular moment in history to illustrate it in more detail.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There is even a ‘Child of the Time’ spread for every historical period. These include everything from Ancient Egypt and Middle Ages to the Industrial Revolution and World War II. These spreads hook the kids by showing them how children were in historical periods and allowing them to bring their creativity into play by imagining themselves in these eras. <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The book manages to list every significant event in history up until 2018, so it’s very up-to-date. The information in the book is brief, and the author has ensured that it is easy to understand for children. This history book for kids also received the Teachers’ Choice Award for the Classroom by the Learning Magazine in 2015, so you can rest assured this book is a great choice to help your child learn more about history. <\/span>","features_title":"Key Features","features":"","pros_title":"Pros","pros":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Over 1500 vibrant images<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maps and timelines help conceptualize events<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">‘Child of the Time’ spreads encourage relatability<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","cons_title":"Cons","cons":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Less digestible for younger kids<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","link":"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1465414185\/","link_second":"#","btn_link_title_two":"Check On Amazon","btn_link_title_second":"Check Price on Chewy","sale_label":""},{"show_in_top":"on","block_clickable":false,"select":"","title":"20th Century American History for Kids by Andrea Bentley","brand":"","badge_title":"Most Affordable","rating":"","review_count":"","select_bottom":"","image":{"1443":"\/review\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/andrea-bentley-mightymoms.jpg"},"desc":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you are looking for a budget-friendly history book for kids, then Andrea Bentley’s <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">20th Century American History for Kids<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is a perfect choice. Apart from being inexpensive, this book features an entertaining and easy-to-understand account of the important events in the 20th century that will easily grasp the attention of your kid. <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are only 30 events featured in the book, making it an excellent read for kids ages eight to twelve as they tend to get bored and lose attention quickly. This history book is arranged chronologically into five eras with a clear timeline, so learning dates and keeping track of the order of events is easier to do. On top of that, for every historic event, the book also gives a small account of an important historical figure and a few fun facts to keep things even more interesting for the children. <\/span>","features_title":"Key Features","features":"","pros_title":"Pros","pros":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Budget-friendly with factual information<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Clear chronological timeline<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Features fun facts to engage kids<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","cons_title":"Cons","cons":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some critical events not mentioned<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","link":"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1647397901\/","link_second":"#","btn_link_title_two":"Check On Amazon","btn_link_title_second":"Check Price on Chewy","sale_label":""},{"show_in_top":"on","block_clickable":false,"select":"","title":"The 50 States by Gabrielle Balkan","brand":"","badge_title":"Easiest to Understand","rating":"","review_count":"","select_bottom":"","image":{"1444":"\/review\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/gabrielle-balkan-mightymoms.jpg"},"desc":"<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The 50 States<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> by Gabrielle Balkan is the easiest-to-understand history book for kids out there. It features 51 infographics that are extremely visually pleasing and teach your kid all there is to know about the 50 US states. Each map is filled with facts related to that particular state and helps your kids break down facts about America into smaller, more digestible chunks. <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The maps also feature a colorful ‘welcome box’ that gives a short summary of the states, the ‘state icons’ which pay tribute to the people of that state, ‘six inspiring people’ from that state, and a ‘moments to remember box’ to summarize some main events that occurred in that state. Since everything is illustrated, it is effortless for your kid to learn and remember. It is a perfect history book for children from ages five to nine to learn more about America's history.<\/span>","features_title":"Key Features","features":"","pros_title":"Pros","pros":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Illustrated maps make it easier to understand<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Allows easy learning of important events<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Enlightens kids about the people that shaped their country<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","cons_title":"Cons","cons":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Infographic format can be difficult to follow<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","link":"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1847807119\/","link_second":"#","btn_link_title_two":"Check On Amazon","btn_link_title_second":"Check Price on Chewy","sale_label":""},{"show_in_top":"on","block_clickable":false,"select":"","title":"Spies, Code Breakers, and Secret Agents","brand":"","badge_title":"Best WWII Book for Kids","rating":"","review_count":"","select_bottom":"","image":{"2175":"\/review\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/kids-history-book-2.jpg"},"desc":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Does your kid love listening to stories about big events in history? If that’s the case, this history book may be the perfect match for your 8 - 12-year-old. It tells him\/her some true stories of the not-so-distant past, introducing them to some spies and secret agents of World War II! It’s an incredibly interesting topic for kids between the ages of 8 to 12. Instead of telling them fictional stories just for entertainment, this book teaches your kids real history in a fun way that keeps them engaged all the way through!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It’s an in-depth tour of undercover operations that shifted the momentum of World War II, covering some of the greatest spies and war heroes for your kids to learn more about the people involved in the war. There are also beautiful illustrations for your kid to visualize what it took to survive and fight through this important event in history. <\/span>","features_title":"Key Features","features":"","pros_title":"Pros","pros":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Exciting and thrilling, keeps kids hooked<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Highly educational and teaches kids real-world history<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Gives your kids role models and heroes!<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","cons_title":"Cons","cons":"<ul>\r\n \t<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Has a few misspelled names<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","link":"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/164611101X","link_second":"#","btn_link_title_two":"Check On Amazon","btn_link_title_second":"Check Price on Chewy","sale_label":""},{"show_in_top":"on","title":"World War II Q&A: 175+ Fascinating Facts for Kids","badge_title":"For Older Kids","image":{"2228":"\/review\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/wwii-book.jpg"},"desc":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Is your kid interested in world wars and international history? Gift them this book for Christmas and make their curious brain go wild. “World War II Q&A: 175+ Fascinating Facts for Kids” is perfect for your history nerd to learn a ton about WWII and interact with the time through Q&A questions, trivia, true or false questions, and more! There are illustrations where they can see what the world was like decades ago and learn who was involved, like which countries and people were the most important actors during the period. <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can read them over 175 facts before bedtime that are easy to remember and share with members of your family, their siblings, and friends. It’s a complete overview, so they can learn how the war began, who was affected, how children were involved in the war efforts, and how it affects life as we know it today. <\/span>","features_title":"Key Features","pros_title":"Pros","pros":"<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Very educational<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Over 175 facts to learn<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Great for fans of international history<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","cons_title":"Cons","cons":"<ul>\r\n \t<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Not too many pictures<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","link":"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1648767745","link_second":"#","btn_link_title_two":"Check On Amazon","btn_link_title_second":"Check Price on Chewy"}],"review_data__faq_title":"People Also Asked","review_data__bottom_title":"History Books for Kids Buying Guide","review_data__bottom_block":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Buying history books for kids might seem like an easy feat, but trust us, it is not. It is very much possible that your child might not want to read the history book you bought them because the topic does not interest them.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Factors to Keep in Mind When Buying a History Book for Kids<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We have gathered a few factors you should keep in mind before getting <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/slate.com\/culture\/2014\/12\/a-gift-guide-for-young-historians-what-books-to-buy-for-your-budding-scholar-of-the-past.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">your child a history book<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> so that your money is not wasted.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Age<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The age of your child matters the most when it comes to selecting history books for them. If the book is inappropriate for their age, they will lose interest before diving into it. You should buy your child a book that will age with them; when they are in the toddler phase, they can learn from the pictures in the book, and as they grow older, they can start to read and understand the narration in the book too.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Subject matter<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As you saw above, even history books for kids vary in the subject matter discussed in the book. You should ask your children what part of history interests them or try to find a history book that can relate to their general interests.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For example, if your child is patriotic, you can find a history book solely focused on the country's history. If your child likes knowing about the world and talks about traveling, you can get a history book discussing the history or culture of countries they\u2019d like to travel to. Similarly, a history book about spies and wars would be great for kids interested in the action genre.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Illustrations<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Illustrations in a history book can make or break your kid's experience. Many kids tend to be more visual learners, especially at a younger age, so having a book with pictures will better allow them to relate to the text and imagine creative scenarios by using the pictures as guides.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Young kids will always love books with more illustrations or an equal amount of pictures and text; a history book with too few images will be of very little interest to them. Older kids can focus on larger chunks of text without needing as many picture breaks so it's best to choose the history books that can challenge them but are not too hard to read either.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Text<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A kid\u2019s history book should not have a lot of difficult words, or it will turn your child away from the book as they will be unable to understand it. A few hard words will add to their vocabulary, but many complex words will make the book uninteresting. So, how do you determine how many difficult words your child can handle?<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The five-finger rule<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The five-finger rule states that you should hold up a finger every time you stumble upon a word that you do not know in the book. If there are more than five words, you need to choose an easier book. Help your child do this before you buy the history book so that you don\u2019t invest in something that is beyond their reading level.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ways to Enhance a Child\u2019s Interest in History Books<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Although we do our best, we can\u2019t always predict whether a child will like a history book. Here are some innovative ways you can try to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scholastic.com\/parents\/books-and-reading\/reading-resources\/book-selection-tips\/book-recommendations-choosing-great-books-children.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">develop their interest<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> in the books they\u2019re reading.<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Let them choose what to read<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A straightforward way of making a history book interesting for your child is to let them choose it. Take your kids along with you to the bookstore or show them a couple of history book choices online and ask them to pick a few books from them. Then, you can filter them using the guide above and buy the right one for your child. The goal is that since they picked the book themselves, they will feel more inclined to read it.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Arrange a group reading<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Nothing can be more helpful in developing your kid\u2019s interest in a history book than telling them their friends are reading that book too. Kids love to do what their friends are doing, and your child will start reading the book in no time just to follow in the footsteps of their friends. You can arrange a group reading session with your kid and their friends; have everyone sit together and read and discuss the book amongst each other.<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Do a dramatic reading<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In the initial stages of developing an interest in a book, it can sometimes be helpful to read the history book out loud to your child. Draw their attention to the illustrations and dramatize the reading to make the reading process more fun for them.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Perform a puppet show<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can also make the book enjoyable by turning it into a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mightymoms.club\/review\/hand-puppets\/\">puppet<\/a> show. Enact one chapter as a puppet show to bring the story to life, and your child will automatically want to read the rest of the book themself.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Make them the author<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, you heard it right! Encourage your kids to predict what happens next in the history book to give them the sense that they are the author. This makes the upcoming story suspenseful for them. You can also ask them to draw a particular event from the history book for kids or design a cover for the book.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Show them videos online<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Another way to make a history book interesting for your kid is to first read out a chapter from the book and then show them a video related to that particular event in history online. This will not only help them learn as it will aid them in visualizing, but it will also keep them interested in the reading part as they will know a video is coming up after it. Mixing up the format of learning (especially with longer books\/sections of text) can help keep kids more engaged.<\/span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Write a letter to the author<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Nothing can be more exciting than writing a letter to a famous person. Kids always regard authors as famous people (something like Santa Claus) because they can\u2019t see them but are reading a book with their name on it. Have your kid write a letter to the author of their history book. Post or email that letter and keep your fingers crossed - maybe the author will reply!<\/span>","review_data__latest_posts_title":"Related Reviews","review_data__faq_group":[{"question":"Can I download a pdf version of the history book for kids instead of buying a paperback or hardcover?","answer":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Downloading pdfs from the internet is a violation of copyright and is illegal. However, if you can’t buy the book, you can get its ebook or a kindle version which is legal. Having a physical book to hold and keep track of progress can really enhance your child’s reading experience though so we would still recommend buying the actual book. <\/span>"},{"question":"Can I get used books?","answer":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">All the links above for each book contain not just a buying option for new books but also used ones. 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