Terrible True Tales by Terry Deary 6 Books Collection Set - Ages 7-9 - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
Egyptians
Tudors
Vikings
Romans
The Stone Age
Greeks

Condition: New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780678470381
Publisher: Bloomsbury Education
Age Range: 7-9

Overview:
Bring history to life for young readers with the Terrible True Tales collection by bestselling author Terry Deary. Written for children aged 7-9, these six paperback readers cover the Egyptians, Tudors, Vikings, Romans, the Stone Age and Greeks, retelling real events through the eyes of children who lived through them. Combining short chapters, a lively narrative voice and genuine historical detail, the set is designed to build reading confidence while feeding a growing curiosity about the past, turning factual history into a page-turning adventure for home, classroom or library shelves.

About the Books:
Each of the six titles in the Terrible True Tales set drops readers into a different chapter of world history, told from a young, relatable point of view rather than a dry list of dates and rulers. Egyptians covers pyramid building, mummification and life along the Nile, while Tudors explores the drama of Henry VIII's court alongside the struggles of ordinary Tudor families. Vikings follows raids, longship voyages and settlement life, and Romans looks at empire, gladiators and daily life across the provinces through Roman children's eyes. The Stone Age carries readers back to the beginnings of human history, showing how early people hunted, made tools and created the first art, while Greeks introduces mythology, democracy and the Olympic Games through stories set in Athens and Sparta. Terry Deary's trademark blend of humour and hard fact keeps young readers engaged, while manageable chapter lengths and age-appropriate vocabulary support developing readers moving on from early reading schemes. Each book focuses on a single civilisation, so the set works equally well read cover to cover or dipped into title by title, making it a flexible resource for topic work, project research or free reading at home. Together the six books give a broad, engaging sweep across ancient and early modern history that complements primary school history curricula and builds a genuine appetite for non-fiction reading.

Key Benefits:

• Six engaging paperback readers covering Egyptians, Tudors, Vikings, Romans, the Stone Age and Greeks in one set.
• Written by bestselling children's author Terry Deary, a trusted name in accessible history for kids.
• Designed for ages 7-9, with chapter lengths and vocabulary pitched for developing readers.
• Turns real historical events into fast-paced, story-driven narratives that hold children's attention.
• Supports primary school history topics and independent project research.
• Makes a fantastic gift set for young history fans, encouraging a lifelong love of non-fiction.

About the Author:
Terry Deary is a bestselling British author best known for creating the phenomenally popular Horrible Histories series, which has sold millions of copies worldwide and been adapted for stage and television. A former teacher and actor, Deary has spent decades making history entertaining and accessible for children, consistently ranking among the UK's most-borrowed non-fiction authors for young readers. His storytelling combines meticulous research with humour and pace, and the Terrible True Tales collection continues this tradition for slightly younger readers building their independent reading skills.

Why You'll Love This Set:
Fun, fast and genuinely educational, this six-book collection turns history homework into a page-turning adventure. Perfect for curious 7-9 year olds, it's a brilliant gift or classroom addition that builds reading stamina and a lasting love of history.

Please Note: Cover artwork shown may vary slightly; ISBN refers to the UK edition set as listed.