civilization

Discusses the history, daily life, social structure, art and religion, belief in the afterlife, and other aspects of ancient Egyptian civilization.

A history of the technology of ancient Mesopotamia including its irrigation and agricultural system, art and architecture, early writing, transportation, and mathematics.

Although she is a dutiful daughter, Nefertiti's dancing abilities, remarkable beauty, and intelligence garner attention near and far, so much so that her family is summoned to the Egyptian royal court, where Nefertiti becomes a pawn in the power play of her scheming aunt, Queen Tiye.

A photo essay on ancient Egypt and the people who lived there, documented through the mummies, pottery, weapons, and other objects they left behind.

Presents the history and civilization of Ancient Rome, including detailed maps, sidebars, short biographies, and timelines.

It's Chinese New Year, and Ms. Frizzle is celebrating. Following the students lead, she ducks under the dragon at the local Chinese New Year's parade, and they are all mysteriously whisked back in time to ancient China.

An introduction to the civilization of Ancient Egypt describing the day-to-day life, homes, religion, customs, and government. Includes a glossary and instructions for making an Egyptian house.

An introduction to African culture, covering society, the arts, food, music, and entertainment.

During the Depression, a farm hand teaches a young boy to play the horn on a special gourd known as a trombolia, and the lessons teach him about life as well as music.

Discusses the many factors that enabled the United States to evolve into one of the world's largest and richest nations.