Years ago, while shopping at one of those used book sales I am always at, I came across a book by an author named
Terry Deary and was hooked. The book was one from his series titled Horrible Histories. Genius if I have ever seen it. If you have a child that abhors History then give these books a look see. Mr. Deary's books are so popular in England(where he resides)that BBC has made a television show based on them. It is a skit type show with actors portraying the likes of King Henry VIII, Charles II, all the George's, Alexander the Great, whack job Caligula, and so many others. Yes, the main focus is on European History, but dangit, those Brits really did it again with another amazing show. We watch episode snippets on their
Youtube channel, but you can find full length episodes all over Youtube. I suggest watching with your children to help guard against the evils of the right sided video suggestion bar.
You can also visit the
Horrible Histories site to see all the fun stuff they have there. Should your wallet allow, you can subscribe to their magazine as well for about $80 a year. The books can be purchased online, although, we prefer the thrill of the hunt for them at used books sales and thrift stores.
Take some time and have a seat in front of the computer or smart TV/XBOX, pull up Youtube and have a few good laughs along with your children and revel in knowing they are learning real History, even the gross, in a fun and engaging way. You will be surprised at how much laughter not only comes from them but you as well.
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| Our HH and Horrible Science book collection. |
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The only four magazines we have ever been able to find.
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