"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.
A history of the construction of the Great Pyramid at Giza and the civilization that produced it.
Tells the story of the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon and the supposed curse connected with it, as well as information on the life and dynasty of the pharaoh
The Romans were pioneers of trade, engineering and government, and founded an empire stretching from northern Europe to North Africa. They created art and literature of great beauty and sports of horrible cruelty. This book looks at the Roman way of life and explores the history of the period in maps, diagrams and pictures. It is both a fascinating chronicle and a valuable work of reference.
- The rich, full-color interior has a strong, engaging design that will draw in young readers. - At 100+ pages, this series offers substantially more information than other books for young readers available in paperback. - Contains several special features, such as a biographical dictionary, which describes important figures in the civilization, and a timeline. National Social Studies Standa…
- Age-appropriate vocabulary- Clear linkage between text and photos- Includes archival reproductions where appropriate- Positioned in the middle Early Intervention range- Comprehensive glossary of Words You Know- Index makes navigating subject matter easy