egypt

"In ancient Egypt, Nakht records his experiences as his family moves from the small town of Esna to the big, exciting city of Memphis, where he studies to be a scribe like his father and helps discover who has been robbing graves. Includes information on ancient Egyptian society and religious practices"--Provided by publisher.

"Find out what it was like to be a kid in ancient Egypt at the time the pyramids were being built"--Provided by publisher.

Readers join the gang as they explore the pyramids, learn about Giza's ancient people, and use the clues to wrap up the mystery of three phantoms haunting the pyramids.

Examines important technological improvements in ancient Egypt from around 3100 B.C.E. to about 300 B.C.E. as the Egyptians made significant advances in building, preserving the dead, astronomy, and more.

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

"Draws on the . . . collections in the archaeological museums of Cairo to tell the story of three thousand years of jewelry-making, from simple amulets to complex ritual jewelry to the spells that protected the king in life and assisted his journey to the Otherworld in death"--Amazon.

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.

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 brilliant developments in farming, papermaking, timekeeping, and medicine still influence the way we live today.

"Learning is an adventure in Ms. Frogbottom's class, because she's got a magic map; one that takes her students all over the world to do battle with mythical monsters no one believes are real. All Ms. Frogbottom has to do is take out the map, tap a country and . . . off they go to a place somewhere far, far away. When Ms. Frogbottom whisks the class away to Egypt, they not only come face to face with a mummy, but have to solve the riddle of his ancient curse!"--Provided by publisher.