Science on Viking Expeditions

by Isaac Kerry

Overview

Vikings were fierce warriors who sailed the seas looking for new lands. They were expert sailors and shipbuilders. Find out the science behind their explorations, shipbuilding, and daily life. Discover how modern technology is being used to discover more about the lives of Vikings and their expeditions.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781666334708
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/08/2022
Series:	The Science of History
Pages:	48
Sales rank:	671,526
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	800L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

About the Author

Isaac Kerry is an author, stay-at-home dad, and firefighter. He lives in Minnesota with his wife, two daughters, and an assortment of cats and dogs. When not engaged in writing, kid wrangling, or extinguishing fires, he loves reading, working out, and board games.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Sailing into the Unknown 4

Chapter 2 Pillage and Plunder 24

Chapter 3 Viking Life at Home 32

Glossary 46

Read More 47

Internet Sites 47

Index 48

About the Author 48

Interviews

This series introduces a unique approach that combines familiar history topics with scientific content;

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2022

Gr 4–6—Each title explores a wide range of scientific principles that apply to these historic locations and events. The incredible stonemasonry of Machu Picchu, the speed and flexibility of Viking longships, and the use of celestial navigation on the Underground Railroad are all explored. Cotton gins, telegraphs, and aqueducts played a part in historical events, while DNA analysis, satellite imagery, and submersibles are used to uncover new details. Maps, diagrams, photos, and other images help to bring it all to life for readers. Additional supports include sidebars, captions, a glossary, and suggested books and websites for further reading. VERDICT An excellent way to interest history-lovers in science, or vice versa, and to expand existing collections.

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