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Author
Series
Unearthing ancient civilizations volume India
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Although ancient India was unearthed by archaeologists long after Egypt and Mesopotamia, experts now believe it was one of the first civilizations in history. Ancient India has given the world Hinduism, Buddhism, advanced mathematics and astronomy, games such as chess and Chutes and Ladders, and much more. Through engaging sidebars and an in-depth timeline, augmented by full-color photographs, readers learn about the history and achievements of this...
Author
Series
Unearthing ancient civilizations volume Mesopotamia
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The oldest civilizations on Earth started in ancient Mesopotamia. There, small settlements grew into large, complex cities. Some were completely forgotten until archaeologists began to dig up their foundations, but the contributions they made to the world live on today. Informative main text is supplemented with full-color photographs and engaging sidebars. A thorough timeline gives readers a clear idea of the sequence of events in ancient Mesopotamia,...
Author
Publisher
[EDC Publishing]
Pub. Date
2007.
Physical Desc
96 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Everyday things like toasters, chocolate bars, and cars are only here because someone bothered to invent them. Learn about these, and other brilliant ideas, from ancient inventions like the wheel, to the high-tech gadgets of the modern world.
6) Locomotive
Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2013]
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations, map ; 31 cm.
Language
English
Description
Learn what it was like to travel on the transcontinental railroad in the 1860s.
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : chiefly illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about the invention of the telephone. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--
10) Egypt
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
c2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
40 pages : ill,, color maps ; 21 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers as they journey through Egypt. Readers will learn about Egypt's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more!
Author
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin
Pub. Date
2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
unp.
Language
English
Description
A history of the modern printing industry, including how paper and ink are made, looking particularly at the printing press invented by Gutenberg around 1450 but also at its precursors.
13) Carnival
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The bright colors and lively festivities of Carnival are yearly traditions in Latin America. In this book, readers will learn about the history and meaning behind Carnival, as well as the ways in which it is celebrated on the mainland of South and Central America and in the Caribbean islands. Huge parades, costumes with feathers and gems, and native music make Carnival a very special time in Latin America. Learning about how Carnival is celebrated...
Author
Publisher
Harcourt
Pub. Date
2001
Edition
1st U.S. ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
48 p. : ill. (some col.), col. maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes in detail seven mummies from the Bristish Museum collection and the secrets they hold about the past.
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2006
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
74 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Trivia, quotations, and colorful illustrations and maps enhance an informative reference tool that highlights the history, beauty, and diversity of America's fifty states.
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2006
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
74 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Trivia, quotations, and colorful illustrations and maps enhance an informative reference tool that highlights the history, beauty, and diversity of America's fifty states.
20) The Egyptians
Author
Series
Publisher
Mallard
Pub. Date
1990
Physical Desc
46 p. : col. illus.
Language
English