Questa autrice, scrittrice freelance da oltre un decennio, crea narrazioni che ispirano i lettori verso uno stile di vita più autosufficiente. Attraverso il suo blog e il libro successivo, promuove la riscoperta di abilità vintage, che vanno dalla conservazione degli alimenti e dal giardinaggio alla creazione di prodotti domestici non tossici. Il suo lavoro incoraggia i lettori a compiere piccoli passi pratici ogni giorno verso una maggiore autosufficienza. Dimostra che adottare un approccio sostenibile alla vita è realizzabile, anche in mezzo alle esigenze della vita quotidiana.
Presents the origin of ancient Greek theories, such as anatomy, geography, and democracy, and the ways they influence modern-day thinking. This guide includes profiles of more than two dozen famous historical figures, which explain how their inventions are used in the world, and provide insights into the experimental nature of the Aegean people.
Engaging with the Middle Ages, this interactive guide delves into the era preceding the Renaissance, highlighting key aspects such as siege warfare, medieval markets, medicine, and the feudal system. It offers a variety of hands-on activities that immerse readers in historical experiences, making learning about this fascinating period both educational and enjoyable.
Engaging readers aged 9-12, this book offers hands-on projects that explore life in colonial America. Activities include dyeing yarn, weaving cloth, and constructing tin plates and lanterns. Through these projects, young readers can experience the daily lives, cooking, and social interactions of colonial Americans. Additionally, the book aligns with common core state standards for language arts, making it an educational resource that supports reading skills and comprehension.
A Back-To-Basics Guide to Stocking Your Kitchen
The book serves as an accessible guide to various food preservation techniques, including canning, fermenting, dehydrating, and pickling. It features illustrations that simplify complex processes, making it easier for beginners to understand and apply these methods at home. With practical tips and step-by-step instructions, readers can confidently explore the art of preserving food and enjoy the benefits of homemade, shelf-stable products.
Kniha Hravý středověk přivádí znovu k životu středověkou Evropu prostřednictvím praktických úkolů pro děti ve věku 9–12 let. Při aktivitách se doporučuje jen malá pomoc dospělých a používají se pomůcky běžné ve většině domácností. Doplňující informace a zajímavosti text zpřístupňují i malým dětem. Čtenáři si prohloubí znalosti o rytířích, urozených dámách a hradech a dozvědí se mnohé o klášterech, obléhacích zbraních, každodenním životě na vesnici, o středověkém oblékání, trzích a slavnostech, středověkém lékařství i křižácích. VĚDĚLI JSTE, ŽE…? - V některých domcích rolníků žila ve středověku s lidmi i zvířata. - Lékaři někdy pacientům předepisovali „dávku dvorního šaška“. Věřili, že smích je nejlepší lékař. - Ve středověku se pilo také z kožených pohárů.