Introducing gladiators! How much do you think you know about them? You may know that gladiators fought in front of huge crowds of people, but what were the arenas they fought in called? Did all gladiatorial fights end with a death? What were different types of gladiators called and what weapons and armour did they use? Well this book will tell you! A perfect introduction for kids who want to know what being a gladiator was all about. Bit-sized facts mean you can dip into this book at random, or read it cover to cover. Part of the series Lots of Things You Want to Know About, four books that take a look at some of the most dangerous jobs...ever! Aimed at children aged 7+ these books combine large full colour illustrations and simple paragraphs of text to encourage children to read around these high-interest topics.

 

This is volume 6 in Lots Of Things You Want .

There are 24 pages in this book. This book was published 2014 by Hachette Children's Group .

David West is a designer and author with over a thousand projects, including books, to his credit. He is the author of 'Dinosaurs on My Street'. His studio is by Putney Bridge, London.