Explore Ancient Egypt!: 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments (Explore Your World series) [Paperback]

Carmella Van Vleet (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 7 and up | Grade Level: 2 and up | Series: Explore Your World series

From pyramids and mummies to temples and pharaohs, this creative and engaging reference explores what makes ancient Egypt one of most fascinating civilizations of all time. Combining diagrams, facts, and activities, this hands-on guide is a fun way to introduce kids to the incredible, ancient Egyptian world. Both entertaining and educational, this activity book features 25 interactive projects and games that use easily obtainable materials and require little adult supervision. Activities include making a scarab necklace, making an Egyptian headrest, and playing khuzza lawizza (Egyptian leap frog).   

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 1–5—Six chapters with colorful titles ("Beer, Bread, & Bartering" and "King Tut & Other Cool Kings") begin with facts about the topic under several subheadings. Short lists of "Words 2 Know," "Then & Now" comparisons, sidebars, and jokes appear throughout the sections. A few activities follow. For the most part, the step-by-step directions are well written and easy to follow, and they are accompanied by a helpful drawing or two. The information is basic and will not give new insights into ancient Egypt, but the facts are accurate and some of the activities are creative. The book is illustrated with humorous (but not realistic) black-and-white cartoon art. Though not an essential title, it will be of interest to children and their teachers as well as homeschooling families.—Clare A. Dombrowski, Amesbury Public Library, MA
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Review

"Six chapters with colorful titles begin with facts about the topic under several subheadings. The step-by-step directions are well written, and easy to follow."  —School Library Journal

"Drawn in by such projects as mummified apples, hieroglyphs, colorful collar necklaces, and false beards made from toilet paper tubes, our tester families thought this book held nearly as much treasure as King Tut’s tomb."  —Family Fun Magazine

"Will certainly intrigue readers and have them eagerly turning the pages to check out the next activity. The sidebars with information make excellent complements."  —Calliope Magazine

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 7 and up
  
• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Nomad Press (January 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 097922683X
• ISBN-13: 978-0979226830
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 8 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #593,430 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Carmella Van Vleet is a former teacher who now writes for kids and adults full-time. Her work has appeared in publications such as "Highlights" and "Scholastic Instructor." She is a huge fan of middle grade and young adult books and often strikes up conversations with kids about what they're reading. Carmella watches way too much television and has an embarrassing number of PEZ dispensers and a dog who thinks he's a cat. You can learn more about her books at www.carmellavanvleet.com.