Bøger i Scotties serien

Part of the Scotties series of books for children, Scottish Explorers looks at the Scots who have explored the Earth over the last five hundred years.

Explains the aims of the Jacobites and the background to the risings of Viscount Dundee (1689), the Earl of Mar (1715), and Charles Edward Stuart (1745). This work features a genealogical chart of the royal families of Scotland and England, and maps and battle plans.

Tells the story of Scottish Vikings from violent beginnings to the end of Norse power in 1469. This title shows: why the Vikings travelled west-over-sea to Scotland; when and where they settled; why they sometimes buried their chiefs in longships; how the Picts and Scots coped with these invaders; and what legacy the Vikings left behind.

Aimed at children of 9-13 this is a history of Parliaments in Scotland from around 1200 to the present day.

When Charles-I came to the throne in 1625 he began to make changes in the way Scotland was run, including the introduction of a prayer book. He imposed cruel punishments that were inflicted on the protesters who became known as the 'Covenanters'. This Scottie series title explains the complex subject of the Covenanters for children of 10+.

A Scottie activity book, for home or classroom use, with sections on: Ghosts and Graveyards; Haunted Houses; Witches; Hallowe'en; Fairies; Glaistigs and Brownies; and Merfolk.

This new edition of this popular title in the Scotties series gives a fascinating glimpse into life at the most northern edge of the Roman Empire. Through words and pictures find out about life in a Roman fort and much more.

Looks at pirates and pirate stories with a Scottish connection. Part of the Scotties series of activity books for young readers.

As well as illustrations, this new edition includes photographs of Mary Queen of Scots-related objects from the collections of National Museums Scotland. It also has a photocopiable 8-page activity section with games, puzzles and drawings for colouring in - suitable for home or classroom use.

Suitable for children of 7-9 years, this book on the history of flight in Scotland includes an 8-page activity section with games, puzzles and drawings for colouring in.

The Clans tells the story of a well-known feature of Scottish society, explaining how the idea of clanship developed.

Ranging from the wrath of Macbeth to the kindness of Margaret, from the warrior-like Robert I to the poetic charms of James I, and from the romantic spirit of Mary, Queen of Scots to the trend-setting George IV, this book includes the tales of Kings and Queens of Scotland.