Early Artisans

This book packs a lot of information into just 64 pages. Every page is illustrated, using both illustrations from antique publications and photos of reenactors performing farm, household, and manufacturing tasks. Indexed, includes short glossary. Children from 3rd grade through even high school will get an idea of what the world was like before everything was made by machines or overseas. Plenty of young people are featured in the illustrations, including a few children working. A great book to read with your kids before visiting historical sites or museums, also a handy resource for teachers. Some of the many processes covered are: glass blowing harness making apprenticeship making musical instruments spinning and weaving shoemaking blacksmithing printing bricks and pottery clock and jewelry making wagons, sleighs, and carriages