Warriors: Vikings: Scandinavia's Ferocious Sea Raiders: Scandinavia's Ferocious Sea Raiders

Description

When one thinks about the Vikings usually images of savage fighters arriving in longships to raid villages come to mind. But the Vikings weren't just violent invaders trying to steal treasure. These Norse warriors were also master sailors and explorers looking for new lands to farm and colonize. Dynamic illustrations and entertaining tales of famous Vikings warriors teach readers about the lives and goals of these fierce Scandinavian raiders. 1. Easy-to-read text tells several high-interest stories about historical Vikings their rise and fall in the Middle Ages exploration training weapons armor ships battle tactics and achievements. 2. Historical information conveyed through graphic novel storytelling grabs readers' attention and keeps them wanting more. 3. Provides readers with extra facts and a map highlighting the location of several historical battles and events involving Viking warriors. 4. Discussion questions and writing prompts. 5. Read More and Internet Site resources.

Nel Yomtov is a writer of children's nonfiction books and graphic novels. He specializes in writing about history, country studies, science, and biography. His graphic novel adaptation, Jason and the Golden Fleece, published by Stone Arch Books/Capstone was a winner of the 2009 Moonbeam Children's Book Award and the 2011 Lighthouse Literature Award. Nel is an avid American military history buff and has written two additional graphic novels for Capstone, True Stories of World War I and True Stories of the Civil War. He lives in the New York City area. Silvio dB is a freelance comic artist and Illustrator from Brazil and a 2012 Eagle Award: New Visionaries winner. Silvio has illustrated projects for several publishers, including Image Comics, Snap Comics, and Capstone Press. You can learn more about Silvio and see more of his work at www.silviodb.daportfolio.com.

Educational text appears in small boxes within individual panels and is supported by thought bubbles and speech balloons that express the characters' ideas. . . .Back matter adds helpful details about both geography and the time span--sometimes surprisingly brief--in which each kind of fighter was active. These books will draw visual learners and history buffs into a high-interest aspect of medieval Japan and Europe. . . .these books present an exciting window into history.-- "Booklist" These highlighted real-life stories are particularly engaging, offering a vivid glimpse into the worlds described. Digital artwork is detailed, vibrant, and complements the text. Back matter includes additional facts, a time line, and questions for critical thinking that might help readers dig a little deeper. Engaging and packed with action, these titles will appeal to a wide range of readers.-- "School Library Journal, Series Made Simple"