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Vikings

Vikings are a common homework topic that can be very fun to study.  Every year children of all ages are given the task of raiding and pillaging the library for information.

If you need information about Vikings why not start by visiting your local library.


Try our saved catalogue searches:

Social life and customs - start here for information about how the Vikings lived

Vikings - start here for general topics about Vikings


Vikings: History dudes

Laura Buller; illustrated by Rich Cando

This book is packed with facts but is still lots of fun to read.   The cartoon style of illustration contains the perfect blend of information and entertainment.  A great book from a great series.

 

Vikings

Susan M. Margeson

One of the ever popular Eyewitness guides, this book is well laid out and has lots of helpful illustrations.  An index makes the book easier to navigate, but it is best suited to older children.

 

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Myths and civilization of the Vikings

Hazel Martell

An interesting book that combines information about Viking mythology, and information about the history and lifestyle of the Vikings.  This book is well laid out and has great illustrations.

 

How would you survive as a Viking?

Jacqueline Morley

Great topic coverage makes this book a valuable research book for Vikings.  The information is well laid out and includes good illustrations.  The index and glossary are also very helpful.

 

The Viking facts of life

Jacqueline Morley

A book for younger students who are studying Vikings.  The book is well laid out and has simple text with lots of illustrations.  A glossary and index make it easier to navigate.

 

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Related Links:

BBC Vikings

Information about Vikings for older students from the BBC.

 

History of the Vikings

Information about Vikings for older students.  There are several related links to follow for more information.

 

The Viking Gods of Norse mythology

A fun site that has information about the different Norse Gods.

 

The Vikings

A website about Vikings for children from the BBC.

 

The Vikings: NOVA

This website is the companion website for a television special that was based on new research and evidence.  Better suited to older, and more confident, readers.

 

Viking Gods

Basic information about the different Viking Gods.

 

Wikipedia: The free encyclopedia

An article for older children about Vikings.  Be careful when using this information as some teachers will not accept information from Wikipedia. 


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