Weird But True! Know-It-All Ancient Egypt

Written by Sarah Wassner Flynn

Part of the Weird But True series

Uncover ancient Egypt's secrets, from pharaohs to toothbrushes, in a journey through time.

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192 pages· IG1090L

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into ancient Egypt's mysteries, where pharaohs wield power, curses lurk, and cities brim with gold. Discover the origins of the toothbrush, the first police force, and the 365-day calendar. Meet iconic figures like Cleopatra and King Tut, and explore legendary places from Alexandria to Thebes. This captivating journey along the Nile reveals the fascinating lives and battles of a civilization determined to leave its mark. Perfect for young Egyptologists eager to uncover the secrets of a world long past.

From the publisher

Powerful pharaohs, deadly curses, beautiful queens, legendary cities, tombs filled with gold … you’ll know it all by the time you finish this smart and wacky book! Did you know that ancient Egyptians formed the world’s first police force? The 365-day calendar? We have ancient Egypt to thank for that, too! And the next time your parents tell you to brush your teeth, you can tell them that ancient Egyptians invented the first toothbrush and toothpaste. In this cool book, you’ll find out what life was like 3,000 years ago along the banks of the Nile River, explore the lives of famous pharaohs determined to leave their mark no matter the cost, and get the lowdown on famous battles for power. Discover weird facts about famous people, from Cleopatra to King Tut–and about famous places, from Alexandria to Thebes. It’s a must-have for all budding Egyptologists, archaeologists, or kids who want to be in-the-know about this fascinating civilization!

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