antiquities

Cheesie and Georgie unearth an artifact from Colonial times and become middle school celebrities.

Explains the inspirations for seventeen historical building projects around the world, and chronicles the building process surrounding each, including the problems encountered and achievements accomplished by the architects, designers, artisans, and builders who brought these dreams to fruition. Includes color photos and covers such structures as St. Paul's Cathedral, the Great Wall of China, and Jericho.

Defines archaeology, examines how archaeologists work, surveys excavation methods, and visits archaeology sites--from Olduvai Gorge in Tanzania to the Garbage Project in America.

O-Parts tactician Jio joins treasure hunter Ruby on a quest to retrieve as many of the ancient remnants as possible, but unbeknownst to him, he has a secret yearning to use the relics to take over the world. Presented in graphic novel format.

Explores the history of ancient civilizations, looking at the earliest civilizations including Mesopotamia, Egypt, and the Phoenicians, and examining aspects of ancient Greece and Rome. Features time lines, maps, and photographs of notable sites and artifacts.

Text and pictures summarize the findings of archaeologists about the ancient past, from the beginnings of man to around 1600 A.D.

Text and images of primary sources introduce students to ancient civilizations, discussing topics such as King Tutankhamen and his wife, the Great Temple of Ramses II, Roman aqueducts, money, and more. Includes a time line, a glossary, an index, and suggestions for use.

Discusses the history of Masada, from the building of Herod's Temple through its use by Zealots as a refuge from the Romans to its rediscovery in the mid-20th century.