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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002 · Est. 16 min read-aloud
Egypt
Uncover ancient Egypt's secrets, from pharaohs to hieroglyphs.
4.0/5 Goodreads · 23 ratings
48 pages· 1,996 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Journey into ancient Egypt, where the Nile River shapes lives and pharaohs rule with divine authority. Discover the mysteries of hieroglyphs, the afterlife, and the Rosetta Stone. What secrets lie within the tombs and temples of this ancient civilization? Explore the daily lives of nobles and commoners, and unravel the beliefs that guided them through life and death.
From the publisher
Read all about the secrets of ancient Egypt–from hieroglyphs to underground tombs. The Scholastic History Readers series was created especially to bring history to life for beginning readers. Examines life in ancient Egypt, including the importance of the Nile River, and the daily life of both nobles and commoners. Several major pharaohs are discussed, as well as various gods and religious beliefs, especially those having to do with the preparation of a body for the afterlife. Hieroglyphs are included, and a sidebar highlights the discovery of the Rosetta Stone.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 48
- Words
- 1,996
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Early Reader
- Lexile
- 890L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5.7
- F&P level
- ~U
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 64997
Publication
- Published
- September 1, 2002
- First published
- January 1, 2002
- Publisher
- Scholastic Inc.
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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