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You Wouldn't Want To Be A Victorian Schoolchild!

By John Malam

Could you survive a Victorian school day, where even tiny mistakes might bring terrifying consequences?

humorous informative illustrated historical

Genres

Humour Non-fiction History

What is You Wouldn't Want To Be A Victorian Schoolchild! about?

Step into a Victorian classroom, where lessons are strict, rules are endless and punishments can be surprisingly harsh. Discover what school was like for children in Britain during the 1880s, from memorising facts and writing with ink pens to facing terrifying teachers and embarrassing mistakes. Humorous illustrations, captions, timelines and historical details reveal the daily routines, subjects and discipline of the time. With practical survival tips, this lively guide shows why modern school might not seem so bad after all.

About the author

John Malam is a British author who loves writing books about history, ancient civilisations, and amazing discoveries. He has written many exciting non-fiction books for children, including titles about Ancient Egypt, the Romans, and the world of dinosaurs. John enjoys helping curious readers explore the past and learn new facts about our world.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2024

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