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Claire Saunders has been writing and editing for more than 20 years. Specialising in children's non-fiction, she has authored or co-authored many titles including The Power Book, The Birthday Almanac, A World of Gratitude and various activity books, including The Great British Staycation Activity Book, Super Soccer Activity Book and the Only in America Activity Book. A graduate of Cambridge University, she has previously worked for Ivy Press and Rough Guides and still loves travelling the world, learning about the history of other cultures. She lives with her family in Lewes, southern England.
The newest addition to Saunders’ Live Like a . . . series effectively incorporates her usual appealing, kid-friendly features. The target subject this time around—a typical Victorian—becomes accessible through multiple examples of daily life as experienced in all sectors of society. The ample historical and social context is effectively supported by multiple richly detailed illustrations. Craft projects include paper flowers and toy theaters; there are recipes for treacle tart and work-house gruel (readers are dared to eat an entire bowl). The book ends with open-ended questions to encourage thoughtful reflection... this makes a worthy addition for most collections. * Booklist * Explore Victorian foods, fashions, jobs and education. You can even take a look at a Victorian prison! Most striking is the way in which the divide between rich and poor was so stark and that is very much brought home to life in this fascinating book. * Armadillo magazine * We are learning about the Victorians next term so this book is going to be so helpful and has given him a good insight into what’s coming up! * @posies_book_club * Through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations historical facts of the period are brought to life. This book also features hands-on activities, including crafts and recipes, to encourage interactive learning. Timelines highlights key events and laws that shaped the era. These curriculum-friendly books bring a time of Britain to life making wonderful classroom resources for teachers and home schooling families or fun illustrated history books to read at home. * @mammy_gittins *
