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C is for Charlemagne (Paperback)

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Did you know there was once a knight-king who named his sword “Joyous”? Did you know he suffered from insomnia? Did you know he had an arc nemesis among the Saxons? Explore a series of beautiful historic images while meeting Charlemagne, King of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor, through twenty-six fascinating, giggle-worthy, alphabetized parts of his life.
Perfect for readers age 8-12
Our Leveled Readers feature a helpful dual rating system: Reading Levels:
  • A) Read With Me: Simple text for child, deeper text for educators
  • B) I Love Reading: Stories to be enjoyed with independence
Theme Levels:
  • 1) Simple, gentle, fascinating stories
  • 2) Engaging story with mild story violence and/or conflict themes
  • 3) High interest story with dynamic language and moderate violence and/or conflict themes
  This title is a A1 Audio narration to support emergent or hesitant readers is included as a downloadable with your purchase!
Description

C is for Charlemagne: An Alphabet Adventure Through History

Did you know there was once a knight-king who named his sword “Joyous”? That he suffered from insomnia? That he had an arch-nemesis among the Saxons?

Step into the fascinating world of Charlemagne: King of the Franks, Holy Roman Emperor, and one of history’s most legendary rulers in this medieval history book for kids. Told through twenty-six giggle-worthy, alphabetized glimpses into his life, C is for Charlemagne combines humor, beautiful historic imagery, and memorable facts to help young readers connect with the past in an unforgettable way.

Perfect for readers ages 8–12, this leveled reader is designed to support a range of learning needs and spark a love of history through engaging storytelling and thoughtful design.


Why You’ll Love This Medieval History Book for Kids:

  • Fun and educational: A creative way to learn about one of history’s most important figures
  • Historic illustrations: Explore beautiful images that bring the Middle Ages to life
  • Giggle-worthy facts: Memorable stories that kids (and grown-ups!) will love sharing
  • Built-in support for different reading levels: Encourages confidence and independence

About Our Leveled Readers:

Our History Unboxed® Leveled Readers feature a helpful dual-rating system so you can choose the best fit for your learner:

Reading Level:
A) Read With Me: Simple text for the child paired with deeper notes for educators
B) I Love Reading: Enjoyable stories for independent readers

Theme Level:
1) Simple, gentle, fascinating stories
2) Engaging stories with mild conflict or story violence
3) High-interest stories with dynamic language and moderate conflict or violence

C is for Charlemagne is rated A1, making it perfect as a Read With Me experience and appropriate for sensitive readers.

Lexile® Measure: 690L

640 words


Bonus Audio Narration!

Every purchase includes a downloadable audiobook version of C is for Charlemagne, narrated by a lively young reader. Perfect for emergent and hesitant readers, the audio includes page-turn prompts and makes history accessible anywhere—at home, in the car, or on the go.


Whether you’re looking for a children’s medieval history book to complement your homeschool curriculum, encourage a reluctant reader, or simply share the joy of history, C is for Charlemagne offers an engaging, beautifully written journey through the Middle Ages—one letter at a time. This book pairs beautifully with Charlemagne Unboxed

Add it to your library today and meet the knight-king who helped shape Europe’s story!

Weight .31 lbs
Dimensions 6 × 9 × .5 in
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Middle Ages History-to-Go Kits: Hands-On History Lessons Made Easy

Looking for an easy, hands-on history lesson for your group? We’ve done the work for you with Middle Ages History-to-Go kits, designed to bring beautiful, engaging, and memorable history experiences into your classroom, co-op, or event.

These ready-to-go history kits are the perfect complement to your lesson plan, giving students K–12 the chance to connect with history through authentic, creative, and educational activities. Whether you’re teaching in a classroom, running a homeschool group, or planning a special event, our hands-on history kits save you time and effort so you can focus on what you do best: teaching!


What’s Inside?

Each History-to-Go kit includes everything you need to bring history to life:

  • Over 60 historically enriching craft options, curated for quality, authenticity, and ease of use
  • Individual, ready-to-distribute kits with all supplies included
  • A historical topic overview related to the activity
  • Clear, easy-to-follow directions
  • Hands-on projects designed to engage sensory learners and spark curiosity

We’ve already handled the research, sourcing, and assembly—just open the box and go!


Why Choose Middle Ages History-to-Go?

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What’s Inside?

Each History-to-Go kit includes everything you need to bring medieval history to life:

  • Over 60 historically enriching craft options, curated for quality, authenticity, and ease of use

  • Individual, ready-to-distribute kits with all supplies included

  • A historical topic overview related to the activity

  • Clear, easy-to-follow directions

  • Hands-on projects that help students create and explore medieval life

Activities cover a wide range of medieval cultures and traditions. Students might:

  • Stitch an image from the Bayeux Tapestry panel or craft rune jewelry from the Anglo-Saxons
  • Build a bee house inspired by Charlemagne’s contributions to agriculture
  • Create a sparkling rainbow prism pendant inspired by science in the Islamic Empire
  • Paint an icon like those of the Byzantine Empire
  • Play with shagai (sheep ankle bones) or craft a wool felted ball from Mongolian traditions
  • Play a working set of pan pipes or make a harness f0r a drinking horn, echoing Viking life
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  • Build a Maya-inspired calendar
  • Make money cowrie shell jewelry inspired by the Benin Kingdom

We’ve already handled the research, sourcing, and assembly: just open the kit and go!

Each activity uses a multi-sensory approach to help students truly experience history, not just read about it. These kits are ideal for busy teachers, charter school classes, history clubs, festivals, and more. Let’s make hands-on learning accessible and exciting for everyone.


Perfect For:

  • Busy teachers who want an easy, engaging lesson
  • Sensory learners who thrive on hands-on activities
  • Charter school or public school classes
  • History clubs and special events
  • Classical or STEAM co-ops
  • Library programs, reading prizes, and museum gift shops

Product Details

  • Minimum order: 5 of the same item, minimum of 15 total items
  • Orders that don’t meet the minimum will not be processed
  • Designed for students K–12
  • All supplies, directions, and historical context included

Make history unforgettable with Middle Ages History-to-Go kits: your all-in-one solution for easy, authentic, and educational hands-on lessons. Place your order today and bring the past to life for your students!

 

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