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The Blacksmith (Colonial People) (Book/ Paperback)

Product Overview

The blacksmith was a very important craftsman in colonial times. He made items from iron that were used in the home and on the farm and also made tools used by other tradesmen. Blacksmiths also made horseshoes and shod horses. This book brings the smithy to life through beautiful illustrations, detailed diagrams, and clear explanations. The Blacksmith introduces children to:

• the importance of the blacksmith in a community


• how the smithy was organized


• tools and household implements made by the blacksmith


• how a horse was shod


• the education of the blacksmith


• the work the blacksmith did for other craftsmen


• an introduction to other metalworkers, such as the founder

About the Author(s)

Widely recognized by educators as the author of more than 800 quality children’s curriculum-based books, Bobbie Kalman has created many of Crabtree Publishing’s most popular series. Considered one of the leading non-fiction writers for children on historic communities in North America and the life of the early pioneers, Bobbie is also well respected for her many popular series on animals and life science. Bobbie holds degrees in English, Psychology, and Education. She has taught at both the elementary and secondary level and has also worked as an educational consultant with several publishing companies.