Find out the answers to these questions (and many more!) in this engrossing guide to the mummification process. Filled with grisly detail, you'll uncover secrets of the embalmers, tales of the tomb robbers, and even what happened when pets were mummified! Meet some famous mummified remains from around the world, from Tutankhamun to the unlucky mummy, and find out what happened when archaeologists discovered mummified remains thousands of years after they were buried. And young art historians will appreciate the illustrations of hand-carved sarcophagi, hand-painted inner coffins, gilded burial masks, and the cleverly positioned characters that nod to traditional hieroglyphs and Egyptian friezes.

With a glorious gold foil cover and color illustrations on every page, children aged 7+ will enjoy learning lots more about mummies!

A Nigerian storyteller explores the continent of Africa country by country: its geography, peoples, animals, history, resources, and cultural diversity. The book is divided into five distinct sections--South, East, West, Central, and North--and each country is showcased on its own bright, energetic page brimming with friendly facts on science, industry, food, sports, music, wildlife, landscape features, even snippets of local languages. The richest king, the tallest sand dunes, and the planet's largest waterfall all make appearances along with drummers, cocoa growers, inventors, balancing stones, salt lakes, high-tech cities, and nomads who use GPS Atinuke's lively and comprehensive introduction to all fifty-five African countries--a celebration scaled to dazzle and delight even very young readers--evokes the continent's unique blend of modern and traditional. Complete with colorful maps, an index, and richly patterned and textured illustrations by debut children's book artist Mouni Feddag, Africa, Amazing Africa is both a beautiful gift book and an essential classroom and social studies resource.

From the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series comes Where Is?, a series that tells the stories of world-famous landmarks and natural wonders and features a fold-out map!

Imagine over three million square miles of sand dunes that are as tall as a ten-story building. That place is real -- it's the Sahara Desert! Vast, yes! And home to fascinating creatures such as ostriches and fennec foxes as well as amazing plant life. The shallow roots of the mesquite tree can grow almost 200 feet across to absorb water. Readers will also learn about the famous trade routes of the past with caravans of up to 10,000 camels, European explorers to the region (some very unlucky ones), and native populations like the Berber and Tuareg, the faces of the men are blue from the dye in the veils they always wear.

This captivating story, will ignite your imagination and make you eager to learn more about the world's great civilizations. Packed with fascinating facts and delightful rhymes, Mali: The Golden Empire is the perfect addition to your child's library, making learning a fun and engaging experience for the entire family.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to embark on an unforgettable adventure through the pages of Mali: The Golden Empire! Unlock the wonders of this ancient civilization and let the stories of the past inspire the future.

And we're not done! When you order Mali: The Golden Empire, you'll also receive a FREE audiobook - a $20 value, absolutely free! Just scan the QR code found on the first page, and your children can enjoy this fantastic story anytime, anywhere, read by a captivating storyteller who brings the Mali Empire to life through their voice!

In this expansive collection of history, meet ten real-life kings, queens, inventors, scholars, and visionaries who lived in Africa thousands of years ago and changed the world.

Black history begins thousands of years ago with the many cultures and people of the African continent. Through portraits of ten heroic figures, bestselling author Tracey Baptiste takes readers on an empowering, energetic journey through time to meet some of the great leaders and thinkers whose vision built nations and shaped the course of history:

• Menes: Creator of Dynasties
• Merneith: A Queen Erased
• Imhotep: From Peasant to God
• Aesop: The Wisest Man in the Ancient World
• Hannibal Barca: Unparalleled Military Strategist
• Terence: North African Playwright
• Amanirenas: Warrior, Diplomat, Queen
• Tin Hinan: Founder of a City on the Dunes
• Mansa Musa: The Richest Man of All Time
• Queen Idia: Kingmaker

Illustrator Hillary D. Wilson's brilliant portraits accompany each profile, along with vivid, information-filled landscapes, maps, and graphics for readers to pore over and return to again and again. This rich and thrilling work, which celebrates Black excellence and provides an essential correction to Eurocentric tellings of history, will enthrall readers of all ages.

In African Icons, Baptiste engages in the hard work of unveiling the myths about the African continent to young readers . . . This is a great beginner's guide to pre-colonial Africa. --Ibram X. Kendi, National Book Award-winning author of Stamped from the Beginning and How to Be an Antiracist

In this expansive collection of history, meet ten real-life kings, queens, inventors, scholars, and visionaries who lived in Africa thousands of years ago and changed the world.

Black history begins thousands of years ago with the many cultures and people of the African continent. Through portraits of ten heroic figures, bestselling author Tracey Baptiste takes readers on an empowering, energetic journey through time to meet some of the great leaders and thinkers whose vision built nations and shaped the course of history:

• Menes: Creator of Dynasties
• Merneith: A Queen Erased
• Imhotep: From Peasant to God
• Aesop: The Wisest Man in the Ancient World
• Hannibal Barca: Unparalleled Military Strategist
• Terence: North African Playwright
• Amanirenas: Warrior, Diplomat, Queen
• Tin Hinan: Founder of a City on the Dunes
• Mansa Musa: The Richest Man of All Time
• Queen Idia: Kingmaker

Illustrator Hillary D. Wilson's brilliant portraits accompany each profile, along with vivid, information-filled landscapes, maps, and graphics for readers to pore over and return to again and again. This rich and thrilling work, which celebrates Black excellence and provides an essential correction to Eurocentric tellings of history, will enthrall readers of all ages.

In African Icons, Baptiste engages in the hard work of unveiling the myths about the African continent to young readers . . . This is a great beginner's guide to pre-colonial Africa. --Ibram X. Kendi, National Book Award-winning author of Stamped from the Beginning and How to Be an Antiracist

African Queens explores the powerful and influential women in African history who wielded political, cultural, and military power. From Queen Nefertiti of Ancient Egypt to Queen Cleopatra, and more recently Queen Ranavalona of Madagascar and Queen Nzinga of Angola, these women they led their kingdoms with strength and power.

The book delves into ways women navigated complex political landscapes, made strategic alliances, and defended their empires against outside threats. It also highlights ways they used their beauty and charm as tools of authority and diplomacy.

Through stories of both triumph and tragedy, readers are taken on a journey through history, witnessing the enduring legacy of these African Queens. Their ability to shape history and leave a lasting impact on their societies is a testament to the enduring power of women as they continue to inspire women today.

This activity book will immerse you in the world of Egyptian Gods, pharaohs and queens, mummies and pyramids, hieroglyphs, symbols and sphinxes.
This book is filled with information, illustrations and coloring pages. You will also find fun activities: Writing your name in hieroglyphs, or mummifying an apple.

94 pages To learn while having fun

Egyptology Book for Kids - Discover Ancient Egypt Gods and Goddesses, Pharaohs ans Queens, and more - Egyptian mythology for kids

How did medieval Africa impact the direction of the Middle Ages internationally?

When most people think about the Middle Ages, they think about Europe. Images of knights, jousting, and even Christianity seem ingrained in our understanding of the medieval era. However, the Middle Ages stretched far beyond Europe, which was struggling to rebuild after the fall of the Roman Empire. Europe may have fumbled along for about a thousand years, but Africa became a powerhouse of trade and wealth.

For years, many scholars have ignored medieval Africa. There aren't many written documents from the African kingdoms, so historians rely on outside sources and archeology. Many people don't realize Africa was brimming with innovation during this time or that it was connected to the outside world. Although historians don't know everything about this period of African history, medieval Africa has not been lost to time. We still have so much to learn about this era and how it changed the world.

It's time to set out on a journey to discover the empires and people who made medieval Africa so influential. In this new and captivating book, you'll learn how medieval Africa held its power and changed the world, impacting us today.

Here are some of the questions you will discover within the pages of this book:

• Was Mansa Musa I really the wealthiest person in world history?
• Why wasn't the Ghana Empire close to modern Ghana?
• How did Islam come to Africa?
• Are any of the medieval empires still here today?
• How did the African kingdoms react to the slave trade?
• Why were the Portuguese important to the Benin Empire?
• How did Timbuktu become a center for trade and learning?
• Why did the Kingdom of Abyssinia adopt Christianity instead of Islam?
• How did the Mali Empire build its great mosques without stones?
• Was the Trans-Saharan Trade Route created because of gold and salt?
• Why are Benin's brass plaques spread across the world?
• Who was the most famous African leader during the Middle Ages?

The Egyptian pyramids are some of the world's most amazing wonders. The oldest dating back to 2630 BC, the structures tower above Africa's landscape and hold the mummies of ancient pharaohs. This elementary-level introduction, filled with vibrant photos and factual text, examines the structures and how they were constructed. The pyramids' significance in history and why they were built are also included. A Wonder Spotlight features the sarcophagus. Captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index support young readers.