Live Like a Victorian is a fascinating journey back in time to discover what life was really like during the Victorian era.
This beautifully illustrated book takes young readers on an immersive tour of a transformative period in history (1837 - 1901), when the Industrial Revolution, new inventions, and social change reshaped life in Britain. From grand mansions to crowded workhouses, young readers will explore the stark contrasts between the lives of the wealthy and the poor, gaining insight into Victorian fashion, food, jobs, education, and even life in prisons and service.
Engaging storytelling, vibrant illustrations, and historical facts bring the era to life, while fictional accounts from two Victorian children one rich and one poor help young readers compare experiences and understand the realities of the time.
The book also features hands-on activities, including crafts and recipes, to encourage interactive learning. A timeline highlights key events and laws that shaped the era. This wonderfully illustrated book includes detailed maps showcasing the British Empire and trade routes.
Who were the Victorians? 4
Timeline of the Victorian age 6
All change! 8
Victorian society 10
Working lives 12
Jobs for children 14
24 hours as a Victorian boy 16
Victorian towns 18
Homes for the poor 20
Homes for the well-off 22
24 hours as a Victorian girl 24
Make paper flowers 26
At school 28
Fashion 30
Health and medicine 32
Law and order 34
Entertainment 36
Dora goes to the seaside 38
Make a toy theatre 40
Sports and exercise 42
Age of Empire 44
Will visits the Great Exhibition 46
Make Christmas crackers 48
Victorian food and recipes 50
Could you live like a Victorian? 52
Glossary 54
Acknowledgements 56
Claire Saunders has been writing and editing for more than 20 years. Specialising in childrens non-fiction, she has authored or co-authored many titles including The Power Book, The Birthday Almanac, A World of Gratitude and various activity books, including The Great British Staycation Activity Book, Super Soccer Activity Book and the Only in America Activity Book. A graduate of Cambridge University, she has previously worked for Ivy Press and Rough Guides and still loves travelling the world, learning about the history of other cultures. She lives with her family in Lewes, southern England.
