Ancient Civilizations
Set of 6 titles
The world we live in today was shaped by impressive and innovative civilizations of the past. This series explores the daily life, religious practices, societal structures, artistic and scientific achievements, and the rise and fall of six significant ancient civilizations. Readers will enjoy historical illustrations and images, informative sidebars, and QR codes linking to more resources as they learn all about these amazing cultures. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the books give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.
| Interest Level | Grade 2 - Grade 5 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 3 |
| Dewey Number | 972.01 |
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| Language | English |
| Publisher | Abdo Publishing |
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| Format | Reinforced book |
| ISBN | S23ABDO01 |
| Copyright | 2023 |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Dimensions | 6.25 x 9 |
| Graphics | Full-color illustrations, Historical photographs |
SLJ Review of Ancient Civilizations
The glamor and mystery of ancient kingdoms from around the world are described in these titles. Readers can learn about the Epic of Gilgamesh or Chinese mythology, as well as emperors, dynasties, and the extent of the territories they ruled. Most pages contain an illustration or sidebar to break up the text and provide extra details on the Colosseum or Aztec ball games. Each book also includes QR codes to access videos, online articles and essays, and activities such as puzzles and coloring pages. These resources can also be accessed through a provided URL. Questions help readers make connections between the text and themselves, other texts, and the world. VERDICT A helpful introduction for intermediate grades, and the online extras make it especially appealing to students.