Who Built the Pyramids

by Phil Roxbee Cox (Author)

• Used

  Illustrated
  2003

  $3.40

  This volume responds to a variety of children's questions on the pyramids and the Egyptians, from What did Egyptians eat? to What were their towns and cities like? The easy-to-follow text helps children to imagine living in very different circumstances, and the actions and events of this time are described, with detailed illustrations. This new edition is Internet-linked. Each page has links to a Web site containing further information, and all the sites recommended are checked regularly to ensure that they are up to date.

• Used

  Hardcover
  1995

  $7.44

  Why were pyramids pyramid shaped? How were they built? Who were the ancient Egyptians? Why did they write on walls? These are just a few of the questions likely to be asked about ancient Egypt by an inquisitive child. Designed to stimulate further questioning and discovery, this title is one of a history series for children of six and upwards. Packed with pictures, concise text and reader activities, the book brings ancient Egypt to life. It also looks at how we know about life along the Nile over 5,000 years ago.