Introduces the history, government, religion, and culture of ancient Egypt, describes how archaeologists learn about Egyptian civilization, and suggests related Web sites.
Children can unravel ancient secrets in this series of 64 page books. Each includes a timeline, glossary, and index for easy reference, as well as a fully-illustrated display board and a miniature replica to build, along with a handy box for model pieces.In Ancient Greece, readers will gain knowledge of the origins of the Olympic Games, decipher the Greek alphabet, and more. A model of the Part…
Examines the history, geography, culture, and politics of the Roman Empire; compares the culture to modern times; and offers ideas for relevant craft projects. Original.
Describing everyday life in Ancient Greece, this book looks at the houses and cities, food, costume, schools, leisure activities, war and beliefs. Activities include making a Greek soldier's shield and hosting your own Olympics.
"Getz explains the incredible story of the Iceman clearly and concisely, simply enough for a child to understand but in enough depth to satisfy a curious lay adult." --Kirkus Reviews
Designed for Key Stage Two, a basic outline of Roman times with activities for children to do, including creating a mosaic or designing a Roman standard. Part of the LITTLE HISTORIES series, illustrated in colour.
For more than 3,000 years, Egypt was a great civilization that thrived along the banks of the Nile River. But when its cities crumbled to dust, Egypt’s culture and the secrets of its hieroglyphic writings were also lost. The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt explains how archaeologists have pieced together their discoveries to slowly reveal the history of Egypt’s people, its pharaohs, and its gold…
Who were the ancient Egyptians? Why did they build pyramids and how were mummies made? These and other questions answered with vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, and short, informative text. Developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton for children beginning to read alone.
Describes the archaeological discovery of thousands of life-sized terracotta warrior statues in northern China in 1974, and discusses the emperor who had them created and placed near his tomb.