The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone

by James Cross Giblin

Overview

Decipher the history of Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs with this enlightening account of the discovery and translation of the Rosetta Stone. Packed with illustrations, engravings, and historical photographs, The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone is an informative yet accessible overview perfect for aspiring young Egyptologists, kids interested in archaeology, and students in grades 3 to 7.

This ALA Notable Children's Book also includes excerpts from the translated text of the Rosetta Stone and a bibliography with suggestions for further reading, making it an ideal starting point for Ancient Egyptian research and reports.

Supports the Common Core State Standards

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780064461375
Publisher:	HarperCollins Publishers
Publication date:	02/28/1993
Series:	Trophy Nonfiction Book Series
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	96
Sales rank:	548,054
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.00(d)
Lexile:	1100L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years