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K-3Kingfisher Readers series.
Simple yet informative text helps to create a clear picture of what life was like for the Vikings. Sea travel, religion, home life and customs, exploration, and settlements are all discussed effectively. The roomy design, with large font, frequent sidebars, and a mix of colorful illustrations and photographs of artifacts, will keep new readers on track. Timeline. Glos., ind.