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Region: Egypt
Ancient Egypt: A First Look at People of the Nile
The civilization of ancient Egypt disappeared two thousand years ago, yet we still marvel at the wonders it left behind. This engaging primer for young readers introduces the land, people, and culture of Egypt, including the pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and mummification. In his signature style of creating three-dimensional illustrations, Bruce Strachan brings to life [...]
Other Descriptors: Intermediate (Gr. 4-8), Nonfiction, Primary (Gr. K-3) Themes: ancient Egypt, civilization, Culture, custom, History, Life, Middle East, mummy, Nile river, pyramid, society Leave a comment
Hatshepsut, His Majesty, Herself
This is an informative picturebook biography of Egypt’s only successful female pharaoh. Hatshepsut gained Egypt’s throne when all her male siblings — including the half brother whom she married — died. Originally named regent to her nephew, Tuthmosis III, Hatshepsut gradually assumed more and more power, and eventually had herself crowned pharaoh. Since no word [...]
Other Descriptors: Biography, Intermediate (Gr. 4-8), Picture Book Themes: ancient Egypt, archaeology, Hatshepsut, Middle East, Pharaoh, queen Leave a comment
Ghosts of the Nile
Zachary and his aunt travel through time to ancient Egypt where they have many adventures.
Other Descriptors: Intermediate (Gr. 4-8), Nonfiction Themes: Adventure, ancient Egypt, gods, hieroglyph, History, Lifestyle, Middle East, mummy, Museum, Nile, Pharaoh, pyramid, Time travel Leave a comment
Secrets of the Sphinx
The Great Sphinx is one of the largest sculptures in the world. Six stories high and a city block wide, it has stood guard over the pyramids of Egypt’s Giza Plateau for 4,500 years. Who built the Sphinx and why? And how did primitive sculptors manage to carve such a towering monument? In search of [...]
Other Descriptors: Intermediate (Gr. 4-8), Nonfiction Themes: ancient Egypt, hieroglyph, History, Middle East, mummy, pyramid, Rosetta Stone, sphinx Leave a comment
In an Egyptian City
This book presents a day in the life of a child living in Cairo, discussing the social life, customs, religion, history, and language of Egypt.
Other Descriptors: Nonfiction, Primary (Gr. K-3) Themes: Cairo, custom, History, Language, Life, Middle East, Religion, social life Leave a comment
Egypt
This stunning new series offers an inside look into twelve riveting subjects, beginning with Dinosaurs, Egypt, Oceans, and Space. Expertly written, each book will feature an arresting design, complete with dynamic, multi-layered CGI and 3-D model imagery that is complemented by fascinating, up-to-date information presented in a user-friendly format. Get a glimpse inside the chambers [...]
Other Descriptors: Intermediate (Gr. 4-8), Nonfiction, Primary (Gr. K-3) Themes: artifact, History, Life, Middle East, pyramid, Religion, temple Leave a comment
Riddle of the Nile
The second book in the new Made In series of riddle books, Riddle of the Nile features Baby Crocodile. His dream is to become king of the Nile, but first he must solve a baffling riddle. His search for the answer takes young readers through ancient myths and modern mosques to the Great Sphinx, the [...]
Other Descriptors: Fantasy, Picture Book, Primary (Gr. K-3) Themes: ancient Egypt, crocodile, custom, Egyptian art, king, Middle East, riddle Leave a comment
The Scarab’s Secret
The chance meeting of Khepri, the small scarab beetle, and the powerful Pharaoh turns out to be a life altering experience for both and, ultimately, shapes the fate of the young leader. After the scarab uncovers a mysterious plot to murder the Pharaoh he is determined to put an end to it. The tiny scarab [...]
Other Descriptors: Africa, Historical Fiction, Intermediate (Gr. 4-8), Primary (Gr. K-3) Themes: Murder, Pharaoh Comments closed
Middle East
This book made in-depth look at the peoples and laces of this diverse and fascinating region-from the cradle of civilization to the powerful countries that playa central role in today’s global economy and politics.
Other Descriptors: Afghanistan, Africa, All Ages, Asia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Kazakhstan, Lebanon, Nonfiction, Pakistan, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Turkey Themes: Middle East Comments closed
On October 20, 2010 at 7:00 P.M., Rosemary Wells, illustrator and author of the preschool series Max and Ruby, will be at Worlds of Words physical location on the 4th floor of the College of Education at the University of Arizona.
Pharaoh’s Boat