A Child's Introduction to Egyptology

A Child's Introduction to Egyptology

by Heather Alexander and Sara Mulvanny
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 16/03/2021

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Get ready to go back in time and discover one of history's most fascinating civilizations—Ancient Egypt! This illustrated introduction to Egyptology is packed with stories of pyramids, mummies, pharaohs, gods, and more.


In A Child's Introduction to Egyptology, kids will travel back in time and discover one of history's most fascinating civilizations: Ancient Egypt. Author Heather Alexander leads young readers from the very beginning of the kingdom 4,500 years ago through the reign of Cleopatra in 31 BC. Included throughout are beautifully illustrated profiles of gods and goddesses like Ra, the god of the sun, and Isis, the goddesses of magic, as well as information about scribes, priests, and other notable Egyptians. Kids will learn about the great pharaohs like Ramses II and Nefertiti, how the magnificent Great Pyramid in Giza was built, an in-depth explanation of how Tutankhamun's tomb was found, and even how mummies were made.


This fact-filled book with original illustrations, a removable hieroglyphics poster, and activities like How to Mummify an Apple and Create Your Own Papyrus is perfect for every young, budding Egyptologist.

ISBN:
9780762471584
9780762471584
Category:
History & the past: general interest (Children's / Teenage)
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
16-03-2021
Language:
English
Publisher:
Running Press
Heather Alexander

Heather Alexander was born in New York City, and now lives in New Jersey.

She began her career editing children's books such as Goosebumps and Fear Street, before moving into writing.

She has written over 40 books for children.

Sara Mulvanny

Sara Mulvanny studied Illustration at Kingston University, London, and now lives in Hampshire Sara's charming illustrative style is inspired by the age of Art Deco illustration and muted colour palettes.

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