pyramids

Jack and Annie do research to learn more about mummies, pyramids and the Egyptian people.

Video companion to the books by David Macaulay in which he explores ancient architecture and early civilizations.

Two episodes of Modern Marvels examine historically significant architectural feats: the Egyptian pyramids and the Great Wall of China.

The Zills family visits Egypt to help find an ancient pharaoh's mummy. Twins Matt and Bibi and their dog Riley get trapped in the pyramid and use their math skills to interpret the geometric hieroglyphics on the walls to find both the burial chamber and a way out.

A clever trick saves the workers who are building the Great Pyramid from being punished, and their working conditions are improved as well.

Describes the pyramids of ancient Egypt, one of the ancient wonders of the world, including how and why they were built, the pharaohs who were buried inside, and what the ruins are like today.

This fascinating narrative introduces young readers to the ancient civilizations of Mesoamerica. Evolving from their primitive ways to complex societies, these ancient peoples left records for archaeologists to piece together to glean what these peoples were really like more than 3,000 years ago. Among the civilizations examined are the Olmec, Zapotec, Aztec, and Maya. Lands, cultures, religions, and daily life activities are considered, as well as the colossal rock heads of the Olmec that still exist, the maguey plant that the Zapotec grew and used for making houses, and the temple at Chich?en Itz?a, among other remarkable facts and achievements.

Presents 100 facts about pyramids. Includes photographs, artwork, puzzles, quizzes, and activities.

Gabe loses track of his cousin Sari in a pyramid and begins to wonder if the curse of the mummy's tomb is real.