The period of European history extending from about 500 to 1400.
As missionaries converted many barbarians the raids slowly ended.
Churches were built and communities were established .
Churches were important as monks were one of the few people during Medieval times that could read and write.
They not only preserved and recorded history, but they taught others to read and write too.
Some of the most magnificent churches in Europe were build during the middle ages.
They included gold and silver paint that shimmered or illuminated.
We made our own illuminated writing.
There are pages for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary age.
Another great hands on way toexplore Illuminated Initials is with this fun project by Angelicscalliwags.
The Origin of the Pretzel
Did you know the origin of the pretzel?
Their shape is suppose to be a childs hands while praying who knew, right?!
They often times suffered poor eye sight as a result and were the first to wear eyeglasses.
It also meant books were cheaper so everyone could have books!
See ourPrinting Press Activity here.
Sculpt a Statue
Artists created statues to decorate churches.
They used wood, metal, ivory, or stone to make tiny figures.
So we made statues out ofour play dough recipe.
They made some creations the way they were use to.
I think our statue and face came out pretty good.
Middle Ages Books for Kids
Books are a HUGE part of our learning.
These are books that we own and LOVE!
(grab the book to see more)My absolute favorite book wasMarguerite Makes a Book.
The Door in the Wall is a Newberry Award Winning book recommended for grades 4-8.
My 1st grader really enjoyed it.
It will help though if children have an understanding of the time period.
This book has rich vocabulary and is a great story, it is just a little slow to start.
like be consider your childs individual needs.
Journey back to the time of castles and knights with this funmiddle ages for kidshands-on history lesson for kids!
