nGet ready to go back in time and discover one of historys most fascinating civilizations--Ancient Egypt This illustrated introduction to Egyptology is packed with stories of pyramids, mummies, pharaohs, gods, and more. n In A Childs Introduction to Egyptology, kids will travel back in time and discover one of historys most fascinating civilizations: Ancient Egypt. Author Heather Alexander leads young readers from the very beginning of the kingdom 4,500 years ago through the reign of Cleopatra in 31 BC. Included throughout are beautifully illustrated profiles of gods and goddesses like Ra, the god of the sun, and Isis, the goddesses of magic, as well as information about scribes, priests, and other notable Egyptians. Kids will learn about the great pharaohs like Ramses II and Nefertiti, how the magnificent Great Pyramid in Giza was built, an in-depth explanation of how Tutankhamuns tomb was found, and even how mummies were made. nThis fact-filled book with original illustrations, a removable hieroglyphics poster, and activities like How to Mummify an Apple and Create Your Own Papyrus is perfect for every young, budding Egyptologist.n