Looked up French Revolution in another new book Smithsonian’s Timelines of Everything and compared it to the information from the Smithsonian History book noticing pieces of new or more in depth information.

History

• The child has learned about the events and key figures of the French Revolution by comparing information from two different sources.
• They have developed critical thinking skills by analyzing and evaluating the new or more in-depth information found in the Smithsonian’s Timelines of Everything book.
• Through this activity, the child has also honed their research skills by actively seeking out additional resources to expand their understanding of historical events.
• Engaging in comparative analysis has helped the child gain a deeper understanding of historical events and how different sources present information about them.

For continued development, encourage the child to explore other resources such as documentaries, online archives, or primary source materials to further enrich their understanding of historical events. They could also try creating a presentation or infographic comparing different perspectives on historical events.

Book Recommendations

• The French Revolution: A History From Beginning to End by Hourly History: This book provides a concise overview of the French Revolution, suitable for the child's level of understanding.
• What Was The French Revolution? by Nancy Holyoke: This book presents the history of the French Revolution in an engaging and accessible format for young readers.
• The Storming of the Bastille: A Little History of the French Revolution by Philip Stevens: This book offers a detailed account of the pivotal event of the French Revolution, tailored to the child's learning level.