Oakes, Lorna

A guide to ancient Egypt, tracing the history of exploration in Egypt, explaining how the pyramids were built, featuring descriptions of some of the major sacred sites, as well as interpretations of objects and writings found in the tombs and temples, and discussing the myths and religion that guided ancient Egyptian society.

Step back in time to explore the Land between the Two Rivers, one of the most ancient of all civilizations. Investigate why the Sumerians, Assyrians and Babylonians were among the first to develop writing, mathematics and the science of astronomy.

Easy-to-follow text and simple activities introduce children to the people, culture, traditions, and history of Mesopotamia.

Describes the everyday life, religion, and technological advances made in ancient Mesopotamia, and presents instructions for several related projects, including making a lyre and a fly whisk.

Easy-to-follow text and simple activities introduce children to the people, culture, traditions, and history of Mesopotamia.

Presents profiles of cultures in Mesopotamia, the Chinese empire, and ancient India and Japan, describing their histories, traditions, and everyday life, and includes time lines, and related projects.

Describes the everyday life, religion, and technological advances made in ancient Mesopotamia, and presents instructions for several related projects, including making a lyre and a fly whisk.