The Middle Ages is commonly referred to as the period between the fall of the Roman Empire in Western Europe and the Renaissance, and in this lively program, students will delve into a comprehensive overview of the people, places and events that defined this period. From Charlemagne through the legendary Crusades and the horrific Black Death, students will garner a feel for the era -- focusing on the three distinct eras of medieval time.
They were the wealthiest members of society -- a group who reported to their king and ruled over their serfs. In The Noble, students will delve into the nobility of the Middle Ages, exploring the castles that served as both fortification and living space for the noble family, while taking in the personal effects and food that demonstrated a noble’s affluence.
Examines the history of the Sumerians, the Babylonians and the Assyrians to find clues to their lives and customs, much of which has been learned from the Bible.
These sub-microscopic infective agents are capable of growth and spreading but only when in contact with living agents. Find out how humans keep viruses alive in sicknesses such as colds, measles, polio and more. Learn about the two parts of a virus: the core and the coat.
