Books with title How the Meteorite Got to the Museum

Within New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art, the sphinx of the Pharaoh Hatshepsut holds court. But how did this ancient artifact get to the museum? Acclaimed author and illustrator Jessie Hartland beautifully presents this informative and fascinating history of the Hatshepsut sphinx, from its carving in ancient Egypt to its arrival in the hallowed halls of this world-famous museum. This is essential reading for junior Egyptologists!

Within New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art, the sphinx of the Pharaoh Hatshepsut holds court. But how did this ancient artifact get to the museum? Acclaimed author and illustrator Jessie Hartland beautifully presents this informative and fascinating history of the Hatshepsut sphinx, from its carving in ancient Egypt to its arrival in the hallowed halls of this world-famous museum. This is essential reading for junior Egyptologists!

Praise for How the Meteorite Got to the Museum:"As the Common Core State Standards place increased emphasis on nonfiction for young students, this groundbreaking effort fits the bill and does it well."—School Library Journal, starred reviewPraise for How the Dinosaur Got to the Museum:"What's special is the reminder of the wide range of tasks involved. The excavators, movers, preparators, curator, night watchman, welders, riggers, exhibits team, and cleaner all have their parts. An excellent complement to any dinosaur-book collection, this enriches and extends that interest."—Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewPraise for How the Sphinx Got to the Museum:"The overall elicited emotion is awe."—Booklist, starred reviewWave on! Here's the star-spangled journey of America's most famous flag! This fourth book in Jessie Hartland's Museum series details those who brought the flag that inspired "The Star-Spangled Banner" from the battlefields of the War of 1812 to the Smithsonian.The author personalizes the sojourn of this famous historical artifact by connecting it to the people who created it, raised it in victory, preserved it, and were inspired to create our national anthem in its honor. Hartland breaks down complex actions and processes in kid-friendly terms and includes fascinating historical details.Hartland's first three books in the series have earned starred reviews. These titles chronicled the people and processes that helped bring a sphinx, a dinosaur, and a meteorite to major American museums. Now, Hartland makes a tattered cloth in the Smithsonian feel kid-interesting and personal.