Children’s topic books about the Vikings. This list of books for children aged 7-11 in primary school years 3-6 in KS2 contains recommended topic books to appeal to all reading abilities. We have picked a range of illustrated books, nonfiction, and children’s novels to read aloud, discuss in groups or individually or to use an impetus discuss in history, literacy, in class time or book clubs. This list of reading suggestions is revised regularly and includes stories by Tony Bradman, Jane Chisholm, Michael Morpurgo, Cressida Cowell, Terry Deary, and Neil Gaiman.
The Vicious Vikings is packed with frightening facts about these vile invaders - and their savage Saxon enemies - from cruel kings and vengeful Viking warriors. Read on for terrible torture techniques and vile Viking legends including why some Vicious Vikings had names like Fat-thighs, Oaf and Stinking? History has never been so horrible! Details of Horrible Histories: Vicious Vikings (New Edition) Original Title Horrible Histories: Vicious Vikings (New Edition) Edition Format Kindle Edition Number of Pages 240 pages Book Language English Ebook Format PDF, EPUB. Press the button start search and wait a little while. Using file-sharing servers API, our site will find the e-book.
Our recommended children’s books for topics about the Vikings
Who Were the Vikings? by Jane Chisholm
Fun, informative and well-illustrated. It contains new links to websites to enable more extensive research.
The Vicious Vikings (Horrible Histories) by Terry Deary
A must-have topic book. Funny, rude and thoroughly enjoyable. This book will definitely inspire the imagination and encourage further independent study.
You Wouldn’t Want to be a Viking Explorer! by Andrew Langley
Full of danger and adventure with plenty of illustrations and facts to provoke questions and further understanding.
Everything Vikings by National Geographic Kids
Dragons, swords, gods – all the facts at your fingertips. Amazing illustrations, to absorb and inspire the reader.
How to be a Viking by Cressida Cowell
Can Hiccup the young Viking become big, bold and fearless like his father Stoick the Vast? Fun, true to history, and ideal for children in lower KS2.
Jaspar Viking Dog by Hilary Robinson
Jaspar, who’s convinced he’s a direct descendant of valiant Viking dogs, decides to help the local museum get more visitors through the door. A very funny book with lots of nice touches, including some hilarious homonym misinterpretations. Set in a dyslexic friendly typeface, this book also uses fun illustrations and short chapters to make the book accessible for less able readers.
The Viking Invader (Newspaper Histories) by Fergus Fleming
A wonderful mock newspaper with articles about the Vikings, their lifestyle and beliefs, and what they did in England. Well illustrated, with photos, pictures, and cartoons. Very funny.
Vikings Study Book KS2 Discover and Learn by CGP
An excellent reference book – easy to follow with plenty of illustrations, explanations, and timelines to help explain the Viking era.
Norse Myths: Tales of Odin, Thor and Loki by Kevin Crossley-Holland and Jeffrey Alan Love
Odin, Thor and Loki rampage through dramatic tales in this interpretation of the Scandinavian myth cycle. Fully illustrated, the world of monsters, magic, and giants is brought to life. A Carnegie Medal winner.
Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman
Probably the most well-known and read book on Norse mythology. True to the ancient myths, Gaiman retells the stories of gods, giants, and dwarfs in a compelling style.
The Littlest Viking by Sandi Toksvig
The story of Amber, the littlest Viking. Setting out on a great adventure, she loses her way. Lost, with only her squirrel for company, she is rescued by three children who take her home. But a Viking is not easy to live with…
Vikings Eyewonder by DK
Full of information and amazing facts, this book explains everything about Viking life. From longships to gods, clothing and weapons, exploration and legends, it answers a multitude of questions for enquiring minds.
Odd and the Frost Giants by Neil Gaiman
Unlikely hero Odd embarks on a journey to save Asgard, the city of the Norse gods. How can a boy who cannot walk without the help of crutches defeat the dangerous Frost Giants?
Ragnar: the legend of the hairy trousers by Tony Bradman
A fun easy-reader that is packed with illustrations. Young Ragnar has to live up to the reputation of his braze dragon-slaying father – and fight for his kingdom. Find out how the nickname hairy trousers came about!
The Last Viking by Terry Deary
An easy to read, dyslexia-friendly tale of Viking invasion. Emma and her friends have to find a way to escape the clutches of warriors who are intent on making them slaves. Faced-paced and full of danger!
Viking Blood (My Story) by Andrew Donkin
Injured after a battle that was lost, Tor Scaldbane is heartbroken that he will never become a legendary warrior. Then he remembers the sagas, the great tales of heroes and gods and the obstacles they overcame. Filled with optimism, he fights on.
The Dragon’s Hoard: Stories from the Viking Sagas by Lari Don
Tales to enthral and inspire in this compendium of eleven stories from the Viking Sagas. Exploding with battles, famous warriors, berserkers, and monsters. Find your own hero!
The Saga of Eric the Viking by Terry Jones
Thrilling adventures with Erik and his trusty warriors. Setting sail in their longship to find where the sun goes at night, they discover much, much more!
Viking Boy by Tony Bradman
An action story about Gunnar, a son of a chieftain, sworn to avenge his father’s murder – he battles the Wolf Men, flying wolves, and a dangerous sea journey. Will he succeed?
Vikings in 30 Seconds by Phillip Steele
A fascinating book, each chapter bursts with information in a concise 30-second summary supported by a three-second soundbite and colourful illustrations. Very informative, there are supplementary activities for children to explore and discover. Ideal for KS2.
Beowulf by Michael Morpurgo
A thrilling adaptation for children of the classic saga of Beowulf’s fight against Grendel and his mother. Beowulf is a brave and valiant hero, fighting alone to save his country from the dragon of the deep.
Vikings Activity Book by Sue and Steve Weatherill
Easy to read and accessible activities for KS2 children including how to make a Viking helmet, how to discover America and how to make a lucet. There’s also an online version here.
Viking topic resources
- Jorvik Viking Centre, York and shop.
- Jorvik Viking Centre teacher resource packs.
- Dig York classroom resources.
- Dock Museum free history loan boxes (collection only).
- British Museum downloadable classroom resources.
- The Ancient Technology Centre – an excellent site to visit for the Stone Age, Iron Age, Roman, Anglo Saxons and Vikings.
- National Museums Scotland – teaching units, downloadable resources, and videos.
Videos and interactive
- BBC Teach – KS2 History – The Vikings.
- BBC Bitesize – class clips.
Looking for more topic books? Try our books for topics in KS1 and KS2 page.
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