Description

This beautifully illustrated book takes young explorers on a tour of one of the world’s most intriguing civilizations. From the monumental pyramids to life along the mighty River Nile, readers will uncover the secrets of Ancient Egypt’s rich history and enduring legacy. Through engaging and informative text, complemented by vibrant illustrations, children will be introduced to the daily life, clothes, food, homes, customs, religion and extraordinary achievements of this ancient civilization. The book also includes step-by-step craft activities and recipes to have a go at. Dotted throughout are fictional accounts by a young boy that bring the era to life and enable readers to understand what it was really like to live like an ancient Egyptian. AGES: 8 plus AUTHOR: Claire Saunders has been writing and editing for more than 20 years. Specialising in children’s non-fiction, she has authored or co-authored many titles including Live Like A Viking and Live Like A Roman. She lives with her family in Lewes, southern England. Ruth Hickson has worked in the print design industry since graduating from Manchester Metropolitan University with an MA in printed textiles in 1996, first in New York and then London for a variety of differentstudios. She now works from her studio in the beautiful Stroud valley designing for a variety of markets including kids, food illustration, maps, home decor and stationery. She also designs and produces a small range of prints and gifts for sale on Etsy.