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Archive for the ‘History Books for Kids’ Category

Ancient egypt is fascinating and this book called the Encyclopedia of Ancient Egypt by Usborne Books is a very informative and lavishly illustrated encyclopedia that describes the remarkable history of Ancient Egypt, from its origins as a group of settlements along the banks of the Nile, to its transformation into one of the world's earliest and greatest civilizations. This book measures 8 3/4 x 11 1/8 inches, has 144 pages and is written by G Harbey & S. Reid.

This Usborne Internet Linked Egypt book has stunning photographs and detailed reconstructions created a vivid picture of life in Ancient Egypt, while the comprehensive fact finder includes a time chart, who's who, and details of recent archaeological finds. Enter the world of the Egyptians and discover:

• How the pyramids were build.
• Who discovered the secret of Egyptian writing.
• How a woman became a pharaoh.
• Why the Egyptians made thousands of cat mummies.

The book is excellent for children ages 9 and up. They will love the stunning photographs, artwork, diagrams and cutaways. The book includes a comprehensive fact finder featuring a time chart, a list of who’s who and details of recent archaeological finds. The Internet Links will take you to various recommended websites with further information, video clips and virtual tours.

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Usborne Encyclopedia of Ancient Egypt

Children's Book of Art is an Usborne book of art by Rosie Dickins. This Usborne book of art measures 9 1/4 x 10 7/8 inches and has 64 pages. This great book earned the 2007 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award. Over thirty of the world’s best-known, best-loved pictures have been chosen for this fascinating introduction to art for children. The book is packed with colorful photographs and cartoons. It is written in consultation with art historian Dr Erika Langmuir.

There are lots of facts about:

• the artists and their lives, and
• how they created their work,

to help beginners understand what art is and why people think it is important. There are also Internet links to recommended websites where you can view lots more pictures and activities, play art games and create your own art online.

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Usborne Children's Book of Art

If you have ever wanted to learn all about castles, this is a fantastic book that will tell you more than you want to know which makes it a book of great value. It is a very informative book called Castle by Usborne Books by L. Simms. It is great for children ages 9 years and up because there is a lot to read but the pictures and illustrations are also fantastic. The book has about 96 pages and measures 8 1/2 x 10 7/8 inches. Photographs combined with artwork and computer graphics in this book take you inside the world of castles as never before. This book is Internet linked which means, after reading, you can go online and find out even more about what you just read. You will find recommended websites with virtual castle tours, games and activities. It is this online interactive aspect that makes Usborne Books one of the most loved by children.

In this Castles book, you will find information and explanations of what castles were built for, what it was like to live inside one, who lived in castles, what they ate, where they slept and what they did for fun. You can even learn tactics for capturing or defending a castle and see a siege in action.

Description
Castles have an enduring fascination for children of all ages, and this book is the ideal guide to their rich and exciting history. As well as the history of castles, there are sections on chivalry, castle warfare and feasting.

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Castles

My First Thanksgiving is a perfect book for families to introduce Thanksgiving to toddlers and young children, who will rejoice in all the events of this special day – remembering the Pilgrims, preparing a feast, giving thanks, and much more. This board book by G.P. Putnam's Sons, copyrighted by Tomie de Paola, retails at $5.95. It is an easy book to read, has 12 pages and they are full of nice pictures to illustrate the story. The book is about what Thanksgiving is and what families do to celebrate Thanksgiving.

My First Thanksgiving

My First Thanksgiving Book

This book called Great Building Stories of the Past is a great book for children to read and learn about buildings of the past and their stories. The book is by Peter Kent and it is published by Oxford University Press. This book has very cute illustration and the stories are easy to read. Kids will have fun reading this book. The book is big and measures 12.3x9.7x0.3 inches.

Table of Content

• Great Pyramid
• Great Wall of China
• Beauvais Cathedral
• Eddystone Lighthouse
• Brooklyn Bridge
• Eiffel Tower
• Panama Canal
• Woolworth Building
• Chek Lap Kok Airport
• Great Buildings around the World

Great Building Stories of the Past

Great Building Stories of the Past

From School Library Journal
Grade 4-6-This well-researched book spotlights architectural feats and explains the purpose of the building and the engineering involved. Kent includes the Great Pyramid at Giza, the Great Wall of China, Beauvais Cathedral, Eddystone Lighthouse, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Eiffel Tower, the Panama Canal, the Woolworth Building, and Chek Lap Kok Airport in Hong Kong harbor. The inset drawings explain complex architectural details in straightforward text. Many of the illustrations use human figures to show scale and provide length and width measurements of cross-sections. While describing complicated ideas, the text remains clear and well written. Many libraries may own books on some of the structures covered here, but it's helpful to have so many in one volume, especially when the illustrations and text are so well done.

Great Building Stories of the Past