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Author Staley, Erin.

Title Discovering Ancient Egypt / Erin Staley.

Imprint New York, NY : Britannica Educational Publishing, 2015.

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Location Call No. OPAC Message Status
 PCMS Fast Add/Load  932.01 STALEY    ---  Available
Edition First edition.
Description 48 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. map ; 24 cm
Series Exploring ancient civilizations
Exploring ancient civilizations.
Note Grades 5-8.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (p. 46) and index.
Summary The world of mummies, pharaohs, and pyramids leaps off the pages of this upper elementary guide to ancient Egyptian civilization. Readers will discover the history and culture of ancient Egypt, from the earliest settlers of the Nile to the final dynasty of Antony and Cleopatra. Egypt's most famous inventions--including papyrus, hieroglyphs, and the 365-day calendar--are presented along with facts about its pantheon of deities and highly organized class system. A final discussion of how modern culture continues to benefit from its techniques and styles is sure to make readers want to delve deeper into the world of ancient Egypt.
Audience 5678 Childrens Plus, Inc.
990 Lexile.
W Fountas and Pinnell.
Subject Egypt -- Antiquities.
Egypt -- Civilization.
Added Title Ancient Egypt
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