A light-hearted approach to the process of mummification in ancient Egypt.
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Grade 4-6-At first glance, these profusely illustrated books appear to be a lighthearted approach to some grim chapters in the history of the world. Chapter titles are often blithe and the cartoon art depicts the gory and abominable treatment of one group of people by another. But closer examination of the texts and pictures reveals informative books, packed full of the facts students often seek. The first title describes the life of a woman from the Black Sea area who is kidnapped and taken to serve as a slave in ancient Greece. The treatment of the slaves by the aristocracy is depicted along with descriptions of everyday life. Gladiator highlights the superiority of the Roman army, which returned its prisoners to Rome where they were trained to be arena fighters. Rules of battle and types of gladiators are described. Mention is also made of the simulated sea battles that took place in the flooded arenas and of staged wild-animal hunts. Mummy covers the process of embalming and mummification along with the symbolic features of an Egyptian burial. Discoveries of tombs and modern beliefs about mummies are also included. While these books cover material included in other titles, their approach to history will be extremely popular with students who relish a bit of blood and guts along with their historical facts.
Elizabeth Stumpf, Clearfield Middle School, PA
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Elizabeth Stumpf, Clearfield Middle School, PA
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Humor and Mummy go together,
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This review is from: You Wouldn't Want to Be an Egyptian Mummy! (You Wouldn't Want To) (Paperback)
When my 5 year old took an interest in mummies we went searching the library for books on mummies. "You Wouldn't Want to be and Egyptian Mummy" instantly became his favorite. This book puts you in the seat of being the mummy and goes through the steps of you going from dead to becoming a mummy and beyond. This book (and the series) provides a great learning tool while mixing in humor.
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This review is from: You Wouldn't Want to Be an Egyptian Mummy! (You Wouldn't Want To) (Paperback)
Gave this book to my grandson and he loved it. This series is a great way to give a child knowledge on a subject in a fun and entertaining way. Have purchased several from this series and they are a hit with the grandchildren.
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silly, but entertaining,
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This review is from: You Wouldn't Want to Be an Egyptian Mummy! (You Wouldn't Want To) (Paperback)
We got this from the library, and it's fun to read. We are doing a homeschool unit on Ancient Egypt, but this book is not one we are using for any sort of report. Just trivia and a bit of gross-out -- lots of flies swarming around, corny puns, etc.
But it's a hit!
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Ancient Egypt as we know it began about 5,000 years ago beside the River Nile in northern Africa. Read the first page New!
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Ancient Egypt as we know it began about 5,000 years ago beside the River Nile in northern Africa. Read the first page New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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