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You know you were born to rule! But will the ancient Egyptians choose you? Find out by putting yourself in line to be their next Princess. This illustrated book will groom you for your all-important interview with the pharaohs. You’ll dress to impress, and to stay cool in the desert heat. Your new royal family will answer all your questions: What are your duties at court? What about school? A…
Bursting with fantastic information, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs, Ancient Rome takes readers on a journey through an amazing civilization. The simple, engaging text is presented in bite-size paragraphs, whilst feature panels provide incredible facts, cartoons, quizzes and fun activities. Get ready to find out who used Roman baths, why Roman soldiers used a tortoise formation…
HISTORY OF THE WORLD runs from the birth of civilization to modern times. Colourful maps sweep you north, south, east and west to show you what is happening where over time. Major events and epochs, and cultural and scientific advances from all over the world in one whistlestop, bird s-eye global overview of world history!
"This work is an attractive and friendly resource for students... The strengths of this biography are its attractive illustrations, the time line of Da Vinci’s life across the bottom of each page, and the simple presentation of the facts of his life. Young readers will find the book visually appealing, and those searching for factual information on Da Vinci will find it helpful..." —VOYA
Knowledge Masters is packed with hundreds of interesting facts, illustrations and diagrams for everything you need to know. This Big Book of History covers a fantastic range of related topics, is a perfect tool for learning and fact finding or for anyone who has an interest in History Knowledge Masters is packed with hundreds of interesting facts, illustrations and diagrams for everything you n…
Part of a series, this visual guide to Ancient Rome gives an insight into the lives of the people that lived in ancient Rome. Every aspect of Roman life is covered, from the cooking utensils they used and the food that they ate, to the instruments they used to cleanse and beautify themselves. A model of the Colosseum shows where the Romans watched atrocities being committed for sheer entertainm…
Travel back through the centuries to one of the greatest civilizations in history - the Roman Empire. Discover fascinating facts about the Roman way of life, the clothes people wore, the entertainments they enjoyed, and the food they liked to eat. Amazing projects allow you to construct a model Roman home, make a legionary's uniform, and fashion a headdress that will leave you looking fit to ru…