Horrible Histories

Horrible Histories is a fun show that makes history feel exciting. It comes from the United Kingdom and is based on a book series. The show uses jokes, songs, and skits to teach about the past. Kids learn the gross and goofy parts of history that books often leave out.

Funny History Lessons

The show covers people and events from long ago. Kids can learn about ancient Egyptians, Vikings, and Romans. There are also stories about kings, queens, and explorers. Actors dress up in costumes and act out silly scenes. The songs are funny but also full of real facts.

Why Kids Love It

Horrible Histories is not like a boring history class. It shows the strange foods people ate and the weird things they did. A rat puppet named Rattus Rattus pops up to share facts. The show has won many awards for being both funny and smart. Adults enjoy watching it too.

Fun Facts

• Horrible Histories started as a book series by Terry Deary.
• The TV show first aired in 2009 on the BBC.
• Some of the songs from the show have become famous online.

Did You Know?

The show won a British Comedy Award, which is unusual because it was made for children but adults thought it was one of the funniest shows on TV.