Author: Nancy Honovich
Publisher: National Geographic Kids
ISBN: 1426332734
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Illustrated children's reference book about ancient Egypt. Includes mummies, pyramids, pharaohs, hieroglyphs, gods, history, and more.
1,000 Facts about Ancient Egypt
Author: Nancy Honovich
Publisher: National Geographic Kids
ISBN: 1426332734
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Illustrated children's reference book about ancient Egypt. Includes mummies, pyramids, pharaohs, hieroglyphs, gods, history, and more.
Publisher: National Geographic Kids
ISBN: 1426332734
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Illustrated children's reference book about ancient Egypt. Includes mummies, pyramids, pharaohs, hieroglyphs, gods, history, and more.
1000 Facts on Ancient Egypt
Author: Jeremy Smith
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781842366851
Category : Egypt
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"Discover the amazing world of ancient Egypt, and find out what life was like in this spectacular civilization. Everything from the lives of pharaohs through to art, cultute and daily life is included, and there are fascinating facts about the construction of the pyramids and archaeology today. Detailed images provide a fantastic visual guide making this book ideal for use at home and a school." - Back cover.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781842366851
Category : Egypt
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"Discover the amazing world of ancient Egypt, and find out what life was like in this spectacular civilization. Everything from the lives of pharaohs through to art, cultute and daily life is included, and there are fascinating facts about the construction of the pyramids and archaeology today. Detailed images provide a fantastic visual guide making this book ideal for use at home and a school." - Back cover.
Project Ancient Egypt
Author: Simon Adams
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1538392224
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
Until a time machine can zap us back into ancient Egypt, this entertaining volume may be the best way for readers to experience it. Appealing projects reinforce intriguing information about ancient Egypt, such as jaw-dropping facts about mummification. Among the motivating activities are writing with hieroglyphics, playing an ancient game, and making a royal headdress. The vivid and creative design keeps readers engaged and includes enlightening diagrams that reveal further facts about this fascinating time and place.
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1538392224
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
Until a time machine can zap us back into ancient Egypt, this entertaining volume may be the best way for readers to experience it. Appealing projects reinforce intriguing information about ancient Egypt, such as jaw-dropping facts about mummification. Among the motivating activities are writing with hieroglyphics, playing an ancient game, and making a royal headdress. The vivid and creative design keeps readers engaged and includes enlightening diagrams that reveal further facts about this fascinating time and place.
1000 Facts on Ancient Egypt
Author: Jeremy Smith
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780760783153
Category : Egypt
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780760783153
Category : Egypt
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
First Facts about the Ancient Egyptians
Author: Jacqueline Morley
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
An illustrated introduction to life in Ancient Egypt.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
An illustrated introduction to life in Ancient Egypt.
Ancient Egypt
Author: Stephen E. Thompson
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1440854947
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Comprising a unique collection of primary sources, this book critically examines several topics relating to ancient Egypt that are of high interest to readers but about which misconceptions abound. With its pyramids, mummies, and sphinxes, ancient Egypt has fascinated us for centuries. It has been the setting of many films and novels, figuring prominently in popular culture. Much of what the average reader believes about this civilization, however, is mistaken. Through a unique collection of primary source documents, this book critically examines several topics related to ancient Egypt and about which misconceptions abound. Primary sources, many in new translations by the author, are drawn from ancient Egyptian, classical Greek and Roman, Muslim, early Christian, and modern European documents. These sources shed light on popular misconceptions. Such topics include the divinity of the pharaoh, the role of animals in ancient Egyptian religion, the purpose of the Egyptian pyramids, the use of slave labor, the Egyptian hieroglyphic writing system, the role of Cleopatra in the defeat of Marc Antony and the fall of the Roman Republic, and the influence of Egyptian religion on the development of early Christianity. By studying these documents, users will be able to develop their skills interpreting and evaluating primary sources.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1440854947
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Comprising a unique collection of primary sources, this book critically examines several topics relating to ancient Egypt that are of high interest to readers but about which misconceptions abound. With its pyramids, mummies, and sphinxes, ancient Egypt has fascinated us for centuries. It has been the setting of many films and novels, figuring prominently in popular culture. Much of what the average reader believes about this civilization, however, is mistaken. Through a unique collection of primary source documents, this book critically examines several topics related to ancient Egypt and about which misconceptions abound. Primary sources, many in new translations by the author, are drawn from ancient Egyptian, classical Greek and Roman, Muslim, early Christian, and modern European documents. These sources shed light on popular misconceptions. Such topics include the divinity of the pharaoh, the role of animals in ancient Egyptian religion, the purpose of the Egyptian pyramids, the use of slave labor, the Egyptian hieroglyphic writing system, the role of Cleopatra in the defeat of Marc Antony and the fall of the Roman Republic, and the influence of Egyptian religion on the development of early Christianity. By studying these documents, users will be able to develop their skills interpreting and evaluating primary sources.
The Everything Kids' Mummies, Pharaohs, and Pyramids Puzzle and Activity Book
Author: Beth L Blair
Publisher: Adams Media
ISBN: 9781598697971
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Is there is such a thing as a mummy?s curse? How were the ancient pyramids built? What did the pharaohs do all day? All of these questions?and more?will be answered in this fun activity book. Kids will feel like real-life archaeologists when they solve puzzles and try activities about: famous pharaohs like King Tut and Ramses; gods like Osiris and Anubis; what the Egyptians believed about the afterlife; tools and laborers used to build the pyramids; tomb treasures like pottery, paintings, and hieroglyphics; Egypt- and mummy-related Halloween costume ideas; and more! With this book by their sides, kids will find themselves transported to a world of powerful gods, mysterious ceremonies, and glorious treasures.
Publisher: Adams Media
ISBN: 9781598697971
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Is there is such a thing as a mummy?s curse? How were the ancient pyramids built? What did the pharaohs do all day? All of these questions?and more?will be answered in this fun activity book. Kids will feel like real-life archaeologists when they solve puzzles and try activities about: famous pharaohs like King Tut and Ramses; gods like Osiris and Anubis; what the Egyptians believed about the afterlife; tools and laborers used to build the pyramids; tomb treasures like pottery, paintings, and hieroglyphics; Egypt- and mummy-related Halloween costume ideas; and more! With this book by their sides, kids will find themselves transported to a world of powerful gods, mysterious ceremonies, and glorious treasures.
Top 10 Worst Things about Ancient Greece
Author: Victoria England
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 9781433966910
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents general facts about the culture of ancient Greece, and a list of ten of the most unpleasant parts of living there.
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 9781433966910
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents general facts about the culture of ancient Greece, and a list of ten of the most unpleasant parts of living there.
Everything Ancient Egypt
Author: Crispin Boyer
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 142630840X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Discusses the mysteries of ancient Egypt, and includes facts covering treasure, pyramids, mummies, and pharaohs.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 142630840X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Discusses the mysteries of ancient Egypt, and includes facts covering treasure, pyramids, mummies, and pharaohs.
Ancient Egypt
Author: George Hart
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780241383988
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Be an eyewitness to the unbelievable riches of the pharaoh's court and to everything Egyptian, from amazing jewels to tools and from toys to immortal mummies.
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780241383988
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Be an eyewitness to the unbelievable riches of the pharaoh's court and to everything Egyptian, from amazing jewels to tools and from toys to immortal mummies.