civilization

"From the vibrant cities to the vast outback, readers discover the history, unique wildlife, and diverse culture of the country of Australia. This volume explores the ancient Aboriginal cultures that have existed for tens of thousands of years and the impact of colonization on this land and its people. The environment is also highlighted, including the beaches, natural landscapes, and diverse flora and fauna"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and illustrations introduce young readers to pharaohs, discussing who they were, what they did, where they lived and more.

"What could be worse than math class? In ancient Greece, boys would train to become soldiers, and girls could learn only how to be mothers. Being a kid in ancient Greece was hard. Learn all about this tough time to be a kid"--.

The author presents a collection of stories based upon his interviews with ten unusual characters across America including a man who claimed to have killed ten aliens from space, a Neo-Nazi folk group, and the leader of a white supremist organization.

Offers odd and extraordinary details about the histories of everday things, arranged by themes such as weird science, building blocks, gadgets and gizmos, danger zone, and more.

"The Maya, Aztec, and Inca peoples developed highly advanced civilizations in the ancient Americas. Readers discover some of the many technological developments made by these groups as they expand their knowledge of both social studies and STEM concepts. Farming techniques, pyramid construction, and the creation of calendars are just some of the topics highlighted in the informative main text and sidebars that break down fun facts about the science, engineering, and math behind these technological achievements. Colorful photographs and illustrations are also included to help readers visualize this part of the ancient world"--Publisher's website.

"Pyramids, papyrus, and methods of preserving dead bodies are just some of the scientific and technological advancements the ancient Egyptians are known for. However, the scope of their STEM prowess extended far beyond those areas and into fields such as agriculture, transportation, and medicine as well. Readers explore the many ways ancient Egyptians applied what we now call STEM to their world in this cross-curricular learning experience that focuses on both history and technology. Detailed sidebars supplement the deeply engaging main text, and both photographs and illustrations are part of the eye-catching design"--Publisher's website.

"A[n] illustrated history of the worlds of ancient Greece and Rome, covering their political development, the rise of the city state and the growth of their empires. Also included are insights into the architectural, artistic and cultural impact of early Greece and Rome and vignettes of key political and cultural figures"--Provided by publisher.

Thousands of years ago, the first tribes arrived in the Balkan Peninsula, laying the foundations of Europe's oldest civilization: Greece, which gave the world democracy, as well as endless knowledge of mathematics, architecture, military affairs, and philosophy. Modern scientists can all trace their lineage back to Greek mathematicians and philosophers, and modern Greece is littered with the remnants of beautiful temples and ancient buildings that shaped the taste and style of modern architects.

Profiles the countries of Nordic, central, and southeastern Europe, arranged by region, and describing the history, government, politics, culture, and economy of each.