Books with title Exploring Ancient Civilizations Set

Here's an exciting, hands-on collection of ideas and activities designed to introduce students to the life of the ancient Mayans and Aztecs. Ancient history will come to life for students as they write number glyphs using the code of the Maya, design their own battle uniforms using ideas from the Aztecs and learn about the diet, work, entertainment, worship and warfare of these people who were the forerunners of modern Mexico. They'll discover the fierce side of both cultures and their preoccupation with blood and death. Students will begin to understand why the Mayans and Aztecs lived as they did and how a European desire to discover gold in the new world brought an end to their vibrant civilizations. A variety of creative activities are included to involve students in exploring these ancient peoples for themselves.

Ancient history will come to life for students as they write number glyphs using the code of the Maya, design their own battle uniforms using ideas from the Aztecs and learn about the diet, work, entertainment, worship and warfare of these people who were the forerunners of modern Mexico. They'll discover the fierce side of both cultures and their preoccupation with blood and death. Students will begin to understand why the Mayans and Aztecs lived as they did and how a European desire to discover gold in the new world brought an end to their vibrant civilizations.

Introduce the majesty of Ancient India with these fascinating facts and projects: research the lost civilizations; discover the birth of written language; introduce the art of writing poetry; develop a system of counting, weighing and measuring; make jewelry, design a coin, build a story wall, wrap up in a saree or turban, create grocery bag bark pictures and much more!

An exciting, hands-on collection of ideas and activities designed to introduce your students to life in Western Europe between 476 AD and 1500 AD. Create an illuminated manuscript, try out life in the feudal system, experience the awesome transition from superstition to science, examine famous documents, design a castle, host a joust! These activities, unique source materials and a variety of projects for groups and individuals are included in this outstanding resource!

Ancient Civilizations Etruscans introduces students to an ancient civilization shrouded in mystery and its people, the Etruscans. Although, to date, no manuscripts have been discovered and scholars have had little success in translating the Etruscan alphabet, archaeological discoveries have uncovered a multitude of artifacts that offer insights into their daily lives.

An exciting, hands-on collection of ideas and activities designed to introduce your students to the fascinating world of ancient Egypt. Unearth ancient treasures in your own archaeological dig, make a model of the Nile, create a pharaoh's crown or write your name in hieroglyphs. Map skills, time lines, even an ancient Egyptian game add to the wealth of information included in this outstanding resource! Photos by Joel A. Freeman, Ph.D.