Leila and the City of the Cat Goddess is an exciting historical fantasy set in ancient Egypt. Leila, a lonely girl living in the city of Bubastis, unexpectedly meets a cat who is actually the goddess Bastet trapped in feline form. Together, they must protect the city from the dangerous serpent god Apep. Filled with adventure, mythology, and historical details about ancient Egyptian life, the st…
The Story of Osiris by Twinkl Ltd is a retelling of an ancient Egyptian myth about Osiris, a wise and kind king who brought peace and knowledge to Egypt. His jealous brother Set tricked and betrayed him, causing chaos in the kingdom. Osiris’s loyal wife, Isis, searched for him and used her magic to bring him back long enough to ensure their son, Horus, could one day restore justice. Osiris th…
Howard Carter was a British archaeologist who made one of the most famous discoveries in history. In 1922, after years of searching in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings, he discovered the hidden tomb of the young pharaoh Tutankhamun. The tomb was filled with thousands of treasures, including golden jewelry, statues, chariots, and the famous golden burial mask. Unlike many other tombs, it had remain…
I Wonder Why: Pyramids Were Built and Other Questions About Ancient Egypt answers fascinating questions about life in Ancient Egypt. The book explains why pyramids were built, how mummies were made, who the pharaohs were, and what everyday life was like along the Nile River. With colorful illustrations, clear explanations, and engaging facts, it introduces young readers to one of the world’s …
"A brisk dash through Egyptian myth and history." — Kirkus Reviews In this retelling of nine tales of ancient Egypt, Marcia Williams uses her signature comicstrip style to capture the rich mythology and early history of this great civilization. Rami, Ra’s beloved cat, highlights Egypt’s many cultural and technological advances along the way. An instantly engaging, accessible introducti…
"Beginning with the death of Tutankhamen, the book moves forward to archaeologist Howard Carter's discovery of the tomb. Information about ancient Egyptian life is interspersed in a clear, smooth fashion throughout. A good way to get readers into non-fiction."--Booklist.
Neena and Wilf face one of their hardest challenges yet in Ancient Greece. A Viran is trying to prevent the rebuilding of the Parthenon. Can the Time Runners stop him before it's too late?
Take a tour along the Nile and visit Ancient Egypt. Peer inside the pyramids to find the treasure within. Unravel mysterious mummies and learn how the Egyptians had death wrapped up. Read hieroglyphic clues, journey into the afterlife, and find out what it meant to be a pharaoh as you hunt down the secrets of the dead!