How the Ancient Egyptians Lived

by Jane Shuter

Overview

The ancient Egyptians had a fascinating and advanced culture and were able to create great pyramids that still stand today. Accomplishing such monuments of a grand scale makes the imagination wonder, what was everyday life like in ancient Egypt for everyone from the pharaohs to the slaves? This book looks into what life was like in ancient Egypt using easy-to-read text and helpful timelines.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781433940880
Publisher:	Gareth Stevens Publishing
Publication date:	08/15/2010
Series:	Life in Ancient Times
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	8.80(w) x 10.80(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

The First Egyptians 4

Rich and Poor 6

Houses and Homes 8

Family Life 10

Children 12

Clothes 14

Farming and Trade 16

Food and Drink 18

Gods and Temples 20

Mummies 22

The Pyramids 24

Painting and Writing 26

The End of Ancient Egypt 28

Important Dates 30

Glossary 31

Further Reading and Web Sites 31

Index 32

Editorial Reviews

Series Review: Life in Ancient Times "This series covers the facts that students are curious about...There is a nice balance of text, graphics, and white space, so students will not be overwhelmed with information. Photographs of statues, artifacts, and ruins are complemented by vibrant maps, diagrams, sidebars, and captions." —Library Media Connection

From the Publisher