Accidental Archaeologists

Written by Sarah Albee

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8 - 12

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224

Page count

990L

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Nov 10, 2020

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What's This Book About

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Science meets real-life mystery in this adventurous look at incredible unexpected finds that changed history.Secret treasures are buried all around us – you just have to look for them! Accidental Archaeologists takes you on an adventure through time to relive some of the coolest surprise discoveries by totally ordinary people all over the world. Meet: - The cowboy who found a prehistoric skeleton- A famous king buried underneath a parking lot- The team who found New York City’s hidden African Burial Ground- A boy who finds the Dead Sea Scrolls while looking for his lost goat- And many more. Packed with incredible stories and expert tips for making your own exciting finds, this is an accessible, action-packed introduction to the world of archaeology.

What Kind of Book is Accidental Archaeologists

Topics

history science discoveries archaeology

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Books about history

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The Creative Behind the Book

Author

Sarah Albee

Sarah Albee was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and has written books for kids ranging in age from toddler to teen. Sarah mostly writes fiction and non-fiction for kids ages 8-12, but has also written for television-based characters like Dora, Elmo, and Spongebob SquarePants. Sarah lives in Connecticut with her husband, two daughters, and a poodle named Rosie.