Steele, Philip

Examines the life of Olympic athlete Jesse Owens, looks at his impact on world sports, and analyzes his aims and achievements.

Text and illustrations provide information about the burial practices of the ancient Egyptians, discusses why and how mummies are made, and shows how scientists are able to use mummies to learn about the Egyptian culture.

Surveys the clothing and crafts of the lands of the Roman Empire and includes suggested activities for making similar items with modern materials.

Surveys the clothing and crafts of the ancient Greeks and includes suggested activities for making similar items with modern materials.

An illustrated guide to ancient Greece that describes war, Gods, Athens, daily life, diet, the Olympic Games, culture, and other related topics.

Over 180 questions commonly asked by children are answered in a question and answer format.

Covers a variety of festivals, holidays, and celebrations around the world.

Presents information on nocturnal animals and how they survive in the world of twilight and shadow. Includes a quiz at the end of each chapter and a glossary.

In a newspaper format tells the story of the Aztecs from 1100 to the Spanish conquest.

Describes the variety of foods that were produced, preserved, prepared, and served by people in ancient Rome. Includes Roman recipes.