European History for Kids

Journey through modern European history in Captivating History’s second volume of European history for kids.

Discover the most important historical events in modern European history, such as the Industrial and French Revolutions, the First and Second World Wars, the Holocaust, the Great Depression, the women’s suffrage movement, the Cold War, and so much more.

From revolutions to warfare, history comes alive with fun facts, fascinating pictures, and maps. Plus, you’ll put your knowledge to the test with engaging activities. You don’t need to worry about those tricky new words either, as helpful pronunciation guides are provided!

Here are just a few of the incredible things you’ll discover in this book:

What inspired the US Declaration of Independence?

Who believed telling the truth was the most important thing, even if it hurts people?

Did you know that children as young as four years old once had full-time jobs?

Where did the famous phrase “let them eat cake” come from?

What was the Reign of Terror?

Who was the most famous short man ever?

How did one man’s death start a world war?

What is the difference between a suffragist and a suffragette?

What happened on Black Tuesday?

Why were British children sent to live with strangers during World War II?

How did a fifteen-year-old girl’s diary become one of the most famous books of all time?

How did the Cold War end?