A Fashionable History of Jewellery and Accessories cover

A Fashionable History of Jewellery and Accessories

Author: Reynolds, Helen

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 8.0
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 6034
Points per Word 0.000166

Description

Throughout history people have adorned themselves with jewels and carried useful and decorative accessories. This book traces both the evolution of jewellery and the developments of accessories.

Quick Summary

This book is like a glittering time machine that shows how everyone from ancient Egyptian pharaohs to modern pop stars used bling to tell the world who they were. Readers will enjoy discovering weird medieval jewelry trends, the secret meanings behind cameos and lockets, and how accessories could signal power, rebellion, or even secret messages. If your kid loves the style and personality of the "Who Was?" series or enjoys learning random cool facts, they'll be obsessed with this quick read. Perfect for kids in grades 4-6 who can handle an 8th-grade reading level and want a fast, fascinating dive into how fashion spoke across centuries.