These books would be a great resource to support teaching and subject knowledge in history and art history. They can be downloaded for free directly from the artystories.org website so children could have a copy infront of them if using as a whole class. Please see below for subject content of each book. They cover stories of events and lives from 3,000 BC through today and the influence of art that reflects these societies. A new and accessible introduction to the myriad lives and wonderful art over the centuries. Ideal for students to create interest for complimentary studies in both art and history. This series of books places art in the context of peoples’ lives as they are changed by events. Each book is designed in ‘study lengths’ to introduce a subject or add to curriculum content. By taking this holistic approach this book contributes to the UK Educational targets of Key Stage 3, ages 11-14: ‘know how art and design both reflect and contribute to the culture, creativity and wealth of our nation’. BOOK 1 ~ Egypt – Greece – Rome ~ Empires come & Empires go BOOK 2 ~ The Renaissance in Italy ~ The Patron & The Artist BOOK 3 ~ The Four Princes ~ War, Terror & Religion BOOK 4 ~ Northern Europe ~ Revolution & Evolution BOOK 5 ~ The American Dream ~ Depression to Optimism BOOK 6 ~ The Modern World ~ The ‘…isms’ of Art BOOK 7 ~ Past Voices ~ Stories behind the Art