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  • Civilizations of Ancient History for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the Olden Days of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, the Maya, Greece, Rome, and the Indus V by Captivating History book cover
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Civilizations of Ancient History for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the Olden Days of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, the Maya, Greece, Rome, and the Indus V

by Captivating History

A visual, interactive tour of ancient civilizations

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A visual, interactive tour of ancient civilizations

This two-part volume ranges across Mesopotamia, Egypt, early China, the Maya, Greece, Rome, and the Indus Valley. Its combination of archaeological photographs, historical maps, activities, and quiz questions gives the material a hands-on, visual structure. Alongside culture, religion, and achievements, the book raises questions about ancient monuments, writing, empires, and the evidence that remains for archaeologists to examine. The Indus Valley section is framed around an enduring historical mystery, while the broader survey considers which civilizations ended and which continue in some form.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 9–12 exploring ancient history
  • Young readers who enjoy maps, photographs, quizzes, and activities
  • Families or educators seeking a broad introduction to several early civilizations

Themes

Ancient civilizationsArchaeology and historical evidenceCulture and religionWriting, monuments, and human achievements

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Book overview

A Full-Color Illustrated Journey Through the World's Greatest Ancient Civilizations - With Real Photos, Maps, Fun Facts, and Activities!

 

Two manuscripts in one book:

 

  • Ancient Civilizations for Kids: A Captivating Guide to Mesopotamia, Egypt, the Early Chinese Civilization, the Maya, Ancient Greece, and Ancient Rome
  • The Indus Valley Civilization for Kids: A Captivating Guide to One of the Earliest Civilizations in World History

 

Packed with full-color images of real archaeological sites, ancient artifacts, and historical maps, this 2-in-1 book brings ancient history to life for young readers. Every chapter includes fun facts, engaging activities, and quiz questions that make learning about the ancient world exciting and interactive.

 

Journey back thousands of years to the world's oldest civilizations. You'll be amazed to discover the incredible leaps humanity made and how each ancient civilization flourished. Learn more about the culture, achievements, and religions of some of the world's most famous civilizations.

 

In the first part of this book, you will learn:

 

  • Which civilization is credited with being the "cradle of civilization"?
  • The Egyptians weren't the only ones who built pyramids.
  • They found what in some burial chambers?
  • Who had the longest-running ancient empire?
  • Writing may have been the most important invention ever!
  • Which ancient monuments and artifacts are still here and can be visited today?
  • Which civilization had a death sentence over silk?
  • What makes the city of Teotihuacan so mysterious?
  • The birth of acting and the stories that inspired blockbuster movies.
  • The many gods and the first people to believe in only one god.
  • Which ancient civilizations fell, and which never truly ended?

 

The second part of the book brings one of humanity's greatest unsolved mysteries to life using real archaeological photos, clear maps, and a clean, engaging visual design that appears on every page. Instead of dense text or dry timelines, it invites curious readers to explore the Indus Valley the way archaeologists do - by seeing the evidence for themselves.

 

If you've ever wanted to truly understand the civilizations that built the foundations of our modern world, this 2-in-1 book makes ancient history exciting, fun, and easy to understand for young readers and curious minds.

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