If You Were a Kid Building a Pyramid
If You Were a Kid Building a Pyramid
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If You Were a Kid Building a Pyramid

Written by Lawrence Schimel & illustrated by Jenn Ely
Part of the If You Were a Kid Book Series
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$7.95
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7 - 9
Reading age
32
Page count
60
Words per page
740L
Lexile measure
Sep 1, 2017
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What was it like to be a kid helping in the construction of a pyramid?Thousands of years ago, ancient Egypt was one of the world’s greatest civilizations. Its rulers, the pharaohs, ordered the construction of incredible buildings called pyramids. They were meant to be the home for their own spirits after their death. Many of these enormous structures made of stone still stand today. Join Seneb and Merti as they get a firsthand look at the construction of a pyramid. Learn about the materials and tools that were used to build these massive structures and discover why the pyramids continue to be a mystery for people today.ABOUT THIS SERIES: Step back in time to the most relevant historical moments with the best-selling series, “If You Were a Kid”! In an exciting blend of fiction and nonfiction, a fictionalized narrative teaches history through the eyes of kids, while informational text introduces readers to key factual information. With engaging text, illustrations, and photos on every page, “If You Were a Kid” will spark readers’ curiosity and imagination, making learning about our past an accessible and unforgettable experience.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780531239490
    Publication Date
    September 1, 2017
    Publisher
    Childrens Press
    Original Publication Date
    September 1, 2017
    Page Count
    32
    Words Per Page
    60
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    7 - 9 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2017011862
    Lexile® Level
    740L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~R
    ATOS® Book Level
    4.6
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    191526
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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