civilization

"Which innovative ideas and inventions began with the Romans? Find out how the Romans trained their soldiers, built their roads and buildings, and supplied their people with food and water. Discover how their . . . developments in language, government, law, and entertainment still influence the way we live"--Provided by publisher.

"Which innovative ideas and inventions began with the ancient Egyptians? Find out how the ancient Egyptians built their temples and pyramids, irrigated and farmed their land, and took care of their people during life and after death. Discover how their . . . developments in farming, papermaking, timekeeping, and medicine still influence the way we live today"--Provided by publisher.

An exploration of ancient Rome that covers politics, architecture, law, and the arts.

"From C for chai to Y for yoga, this . . . alphabet book takes young readers on a spirited journey to discover the people, places, lifestyles and language of India"--Provided by publisher.

"China . . . has changed very little over the millennia. Unlike India, Egypt, and Mesopotamia, China's impassable mountains and vast deserts protected China from invasion. Free from foreign interference, China's great dynasties, like the Qin and the Han, flourished. Many of the things we associate with modern China, like the Great Wall, . . . silks, and . . . calligraphy, all date to ancient times"--Amazon.

Explores the history of ancient Mesopotamia, including civilizations, religion, inventions, notable people, and more.

Readers will learn how religion, art, and literature helped to craft India.

Explores the history of ancient Greece, focusing on the different civilizations, gods and goddesses, notable people, and more.

Text and illustrations introduce readers to ancient Egypt.

"Examines the rise and fall of the ancient Chinese. Readers will come away with a comprehensive understanding of who the ancient Chinese were, how they built their empire, and what happened to their civilization"--Provided by publisher.