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Everybody has heard of the pyramids and mummies of Egypt. But what do we really know about the people, rulers, and conflicts that shaped this ancient civilization? Explore more about the rise and fall of ancient Egypt with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid in comprehension. It's key world history curriculum made approachable for all. (Dyslexic-friendly font and design).

Text and illustrations present wacky and weird facts about ancient Egypt.

"Pyramids, . . . mummies, intricate hieroglyphics, and . . . tomb paintings carry the echoes of ancient Egypt through thousands of years into the present. Science, technology, engineering, and mathematical or STEM achievements lay at the heart of the Egyptians' grandeur. Their . . . use of basic tools and machines in massive construction projects, the preservation of human remains, and agricultural inventions that remain useful in modern times are just some of the subjects investigated in this volume"--Provided by publisher.

Text and illustrations present wacky and weird facts about ancient Egypt.

An introduction to ancient Egypt features photos, timelines, and graphics that share insights into pharaohs, mummies, and pyramids while inviting readers to decode hieroglyphics and consider the actual cause of King Tut's death.

"Explores the lives of six remarkable female pharaohs, from Hatshepsut to Cleopatra--women who ruled with real power ...What was so special about ancient Egypt that provided women this kind of access to the highest political office? What was it about these women that allowed them to transcend patriarchal obstacles? What did Egypt gain from its liberal reliance on female leadership, and could today's world learnfrom its example"--Provided by publisher.

"In this volume, surprising and amusing facts about the women of ancient Egypt give readers a new perspective on a noteworthy historical era."--Provided by publisher.

While her father is in hiding after attempts on his life, twelve-year-old Cleopatra records in her diary how she fears for her own safety and hopes to survive to become queen of Egypt some day.

Looks at the history of the Egyptian empire, discussing battles, rulers, daily life and more.