Famous Figures of the Middle Ages & Renaissance

Bored with history that just sits on the page? Famous Figures of the Middle Ages & Renaissance turns timelines into table-top theater with cut, color, and assemble heroes! Each figure is illustrated based on real mosaics, sculptures, and paintings—and printed on heavyweight, perforated cardstock so kids can easily cut out and assemble the 21 historical figures using standard fasteners. Before you know it, he's reenacting epic stories or directing puppet shows starring Charlemagne, Gutenberg, Joan of Arc, Galileo, and more. If your child is artistically inclined, he'll love the black-and-white version included for each puppet. This lets him add color learning to each historical portrait—whether realistic or wildly imaginative. Each assembled figure includes a clear, concise biography plus a reading list of extra resources for parent read-aloud or independent exploration. That means your child is not just memorizing names—he's connecting with real people and the pivotal moments the