About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts questioning why they have to brush their teeth, why they can't have a screen in every room, or how people survived before the invention of the toilet. It is the perfect tool for grounding a child's perspective by showing the evolution of daily life, from grand castles to humble Victorian terraces. Through an interactive flap-based journey, it transforms history from a dry list of dates into a tangible, relatable exploration of home life. While primarily educational, the book subtly fosters gratitude and wonder as children compare their modern comforts to the ingenious but often difficult living conditions of the past. It is highly appropriate for the 6 to 10 age range, offering enough visual detail for younger readers and technical depth for older ones. Parents will appreciate how it sparks natural conversations about innovation, class differences, and how much we take for granted in our own homes today.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and objective. It touches on social hierarchy (slaves in Rome, servants in Victorian times) in a factual, age-appropriate manner. There is no depiction of violence or death, though the lack of modern medicine or hygiene is implied through the historical context.
Ideal Reader
A 7 or 8-year-old 'builder' who loves LEGOs or Minecraft and wants to know how things are put together. It also suits the child who is currently obsessed with 'the olden days' and wants to know the gross or funny details of history.
