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Vikings (What They Don't Tell You About)
by Robert FowkeDid you know that Vikings liked to slurp blood soup for supper?Highly-practised in the art of thuggery, the Vikings loved their drink, sacrificed humans in the name of religion and didn't bother with school! Any history book will give you the boring facts THEY think you should know, but only this one will tell you what the blood-thirsty Vikings were REALLY like ...
Vikings (Would You Rather?)
by Clive GiffordWould you rather be in Valhalla or Ragnarök? Be called Erik Bloodaxe or Thorfinn Skullsplitter? Only YOU can decide!
The Vikings: Vikings (History from Objects #5)
by John MalamThrough examining primary evidence, such as, pots, swords, remains, artwork, buildings and tapestries, the reader will be introduced to each historical age.
Vikings (History Showtime #2)
by Liza Phipps 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.
The Vikings: Vikings (The Gruesome Truth About #14)
by Jillian PowellCovering different historical eras, this informative series details all the topics one would expect to find in a history series, such as family life, food, religion, entertainment and warfare. But this book reveals all the bits of history that no one ever tells you about. From food, families and funerals to sport, superstitions and sacrifices, find out the grim, gory and grisly truth about the Vikings.
The Vikings and All That (The\and All That Ser.)
by Allan BurnettVikings and All That is a skull-splitting saga about the wild, seafaring warriors who burst into history in the 8th century and looted, plundered, pillaged and burned their way from their native Scandinavia to the British Isles and much of Europe. Packed with fantastic, fun illustrations of everything from the Vikings' warships to their favourite board games, this is the book that answers all the key questions you might have. If you want sensible answers, packed with historical facts and thoughtful revelations about the Vikings' civilised side then this is the book for you. But if you want boatloads of bearded, shield-biting maniacs bearing down on defenceless, sandal-wearing villagers, then this is DEFINITELY the book for you!
The Vikings in Britain: The Vikings In Britain (Tracking Down #32)
by Moira Butterfield'The past is all around us, if we know where to look.' This series takes a look at archaeological, structural and museum evidence from around Britain, allowing readers to build up a picture of what life was like in key historical periods and how you can discover it for yourself by visiting sites around the country.
Vikings on Vacation: Book 2 (Hotel of the Gods #2)
by Tom Easton (Author)Loki the Viking trickster god has checked into the hotel and he's ready to have some fun - at the other gods' expense! Epically hilarious, this series is perfect for fans of Pamela Butchart and David Solomons.The Hotel of the Gods has a new guest! Loki, the Viking trickster god, has come to celebrate Midsummer at the hotel. Everyone is excited about the new arrival - apart from Loki's old rival, Thor. Atlas and his best friend Maui find Loki and his shape-shifting tricks hilarious at first. But when Loki's pranks go too far, Atlas knows he has to get the Viking god to leave before the Midsummer party is ruined. There's only room for one trickster god at the hotel, and a battle of pranks ensues. May the best trickster win!
The Vikings (The History Detective Investigates #39)
by Clare HibbertThe Vikings came from Scandinavia, Denmark, Norway and Sweden. They invaded and settled in Northern Scotland and the East of England looking for farmland. The Viking age in Europe ran from around AD 700 to 1100. Vikings arrived in longships and attacked small villages, following a sustained campaign of attack. The Vikings famously settled in York building houses and establishing trades such as jewellery and pottery making and woodworking. Women were important in Viking family life. They ran the home and farm while their husbands were away trading or fighting. Throughout the Viking age there were many battles between the Vikings and the English with King Alfred preventing them from taking over all of England. In the 10th century England won back much of the land taken defeating Eric Bloodaxe, the last Viking King of Jorvik. Viking rule ended with the invasion of Britain by the Normans in 1066. Contains maps, paintings, artefacts and photographs to show how the Vikings...
Viktor the Deadly Archer: Special 11 (Beast Quest)
by Adam BladeJoin the hero Tom on a high-action adventure with terrible Beasts and deadly danger!Tom must face not one, but two Beasts on his next amazing Quest! The forests of Avantia are stalked by Viktor the Deadly Archer, who rides a terrible skeleton horse. Will Tom prevail against double the danger?
Vile Visitors
by Diana Wynne JonesTwo hilarious stories from the bestselling and well-loved author Diana Wynne Jones, about the worst visitors in the world coming to stay.
A Village: Village (library Ebook) (Mapping #1)
by Jen GreenFull of hands-on activities to help you learn all about map skills whilst also learning about the features of a village. This book will show you what a bird's eye map is by looking at aerial photos of villages; how village landmarks, such as churches and village greens can be shown as symbols; how to measure scale and distance on a walk around a village; what map plans are using a village shop and a farmers' market, as examples; how compass points show you how to find directions around a stable yard; how to follow pathways, roads and bridleways on a country walk; how to use grid references by looking at a village green; what contour lines are by looking at a country valley; looking at landuse by showing farming land; and looking at transport maps showing routes between different villages.Illustrations by Sarah Horne in an amusing and lively style are combined with photographs to really capture a child's attention helping them to learn these important map skills.
The Village by the Sea (A\puffin Book Ser.)
by Anita DesaiA story of survival set in a small fishing villlage near Bombay. Lila and Hari, aged 13 and 12, struggle to keep the family, including two young sisters, going when their mother is ill and their father usually the worse for drink. When Hari goes to Bombay to find work, Lila seems to be responsible for everything. Although the book paints a picture of extreme poverty, it demonstrates the strength of the family even in the most extreme circumstances and offers a powerful picture of another culture.
Villain (The Monster Series #8)
by Michael GrantInternationally acclaimed author Michael Grant delivers another stunning follow-up to his globally bestselling GONE series. When the lines between hero and villain blur, it's hard to tell who's the real monster.
Villain School: Hero In Disguise
by Stephanie S. SandersAt Master Dreadthorn's School for Wayward Villains, young villains must learn to be bad. Rune Drexler, Big Bad Wolf Jr., and Jezebel Dracula are feeling pretty good (or bad!) about their evildoer skills. But that was before two new students joined the ranks: Princess Ileana and mad-scientist-in-training, Dodge VonDoe. The new kids have big secrets. One of them is actually a student at Dr. Do-Good's School for Superior Superheroes and he or she is here to take down Master Dreadthorn. Can Rune and Co. protect their school from the superheroes?Everything you know about good and evil is turned upside down in this delightful series where the "bad guys" wind up saving the world . . . reluctantly.
Villain School: Good Curses Evil
by Stephanie S. SandersTwelve-year-old Rune Drexler is a student at Master Dreadthorn's School for Wayward Villains. It's like a military school for the children of evil villains. Rune is nearly failing his villain studies, so he's sentenced to a Plot by his father, Master Dreadthorn. In seven days time he must:1. Kidnap a princess 2. Steal a baby 3. Find a henchman and commit him to service 4. Overthrow a kingdom and place a new ruler on the throne If he succeeds, Rune will be promoted to Fiend, if he fails, he'll be exiled from the villain community forever. Luckily, he may choose two Conspirators, so Rune chooses his best friends Countess Jezebel Dracula and Big Bad Wolf Junior. Only one problem, Rune's not very evil. In fact, his behavior on the Plot starts to seem suspiciously heroic....
Villains in Venice (Taylor and Rose Secret Agents 3)
by Katherine WoodfineGet set for another incredible adventure with secret agents extraordinaire, Miss Sophie Taylor and Miss Lillian Rose!
Vincent the Vixen: A Story to Help Children Learn about Gender Identity (Truth & Tails Children's Books)
by Alice Reeves Phoebe KirkVincent is a fox who loves to play dress-up with their brothers and sisters, but when they always choose to dress up as female characters, Vincent's siblings begin to wonder why. Vincent knows they are actually a girl more than anything else, and with the support of friends and family they transition to living as their true self. This is the fun and sensitive story of one fox's journey to realise their gender identity and the importance of being who you are. Part of the Truth & Tails series, which aims to eliminate prejudices and encourage acceptance in young children aged 4-8, this story of growing up transgender is accompanied by hand-drawn, watercolour illustrations.
Vincent van Gogh (Great Artists of the World #3)
by Alix WoodGreat Artists introduces young readers to some of the world's great artists. The books feature easy-to-read text and some of the most famous examples of each artist's work, as well as photographs of places and people of importance.
The Violet Eden Chapters
by Jessica ShirvingtonFor those who loved Twilight and Fallen comes a new heroine facing impossible choices. A collection of the first three books, Embrace, Entice and Emblaze, in this darkly sexy paranormal romance series.Birthdays aren't Violet Eden's thing. Understandable. It's hard to get excited about the day that marks the anniversary of your mother's death. But this birthday is going to be hard to ignore.Turning seventeen means that Violet will find out she is Grigori - part angel, part human. Her destiny is to protect humans from the vengeance of exiled angels. It all sounds crazy to Violet. Up until this point, all she wanted was to get into art school ... and be with Lincoln. However, it turns out Lincoln carries a secret that could tear them apart. And then she meets Phoenix - intense, enigmatic and, it seems, always there for her. Caught up in a battle between light and dark, Violet Eden will have to decide how much she's willing to sacrifice. And who exactly she should trust. Jessica Shirvington's action-packed paranormal romance series, The Violet Eden Chapters, has been sold around the world. Jessica lives in Sydney with her husband, former Olympic sprinter Matt Shirvington, and their two daughters.For more information visit Jessica's website jessicashirvington.com, her Facebook page on facebook.com/Shirvington, or follow her on Twitter on twitter.com/JessShirvington.The Violet Eden ChaptersEmpowerEmbraceEndlessEmblazeEntice
The Violet Fairy Book (Dover Children's Classics)
by Andrew LangRoumania, Japan, Serbia, Lithuania, Africa, Portugal, and Russia are among the sources of these 35 stories that tell of a haunted forest, chests of gold coins, a magical dog, and a man who outwits a dragon. Perhaps the best English versions available of these classic stories. 74 illustrations.
Violet Ink
by Rebecca Westcott Matt JonesViolet Ink by Rebecca Westcott, author of Dandelion Clocks, is a beautiful and brilliant story of two sisters, which fans of Cathy Cassidy and Jacqueline Wilson will love. Quiet, contemplative Izzy has always adored her charismatic, confident older sister, Alex. But when Alex starts going out with a new boyfriend, everything changes. Izzy isn't sure she can still trust her sister - but she will never stop loving her. Letters from Alex, written in her distinctive purple pen, keep their relationship alive . . .
Violet the Painting Fairy: The Magical Crafts Fairies Book 5 (Rainbow Magic #5)
by Daisy MeadowsGet ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Rachel and Kirsty return to Rainspell Island for Crafts Week. They're so excited try all of the workshops. But after the Magical Crafts Fairies' items are stolen, all types of crafts are in chaos. Jewellery will keep breaking, artists won't be able to draw properly and paint will come out grey! Can they help the Magical Crafts Fairies get them back before Crafts Week is ruined? 'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.com Read all seven fairy adventures in the Magical Crafts Fairies set! Kayla the Pottery Fairy; Annabelle the Drawing Fairy; Zadie the Sewing Fairy; Josie the Jewellery-Making Fairy; Violet the Painting Fairy; Libby the Story-Writing Fairy; Roxie the Baking Fairy. If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!