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- Clean new design for easy readability and comprehension- Updated text presented in a lively, continuous narrative- New center-spread sidebar feature presenting material in a fun, creative way- Excellent age-appropriate introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects- Important Words glossary clarifies subject-specific vocabulary- Resources section encourages independent study- Index makes navigating subject matter easy
Lexile Measure: 960L (What's this?)
Series: True Books: Ancient Civilizations
Library Binding: 48 pages
Publisher: Scholastic (September 1, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0531252299
ISBN-13: 978-0531252291
Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.3 x 8.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #1,470,626 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #49 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > History > Mexico #86 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > History > Central & South America #726 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > History > Ancient
Age Range: 7 - 9 years
Grade Level: 2 - 4
This is a pretty good kids book about the Maya. My boys and I all learned some basic info before we visited some ruins in Belize. It's a quick read and an easy way to learn some interesting facts about the Mayan civilization.
I ordered several books on the Maya & haven't had time to fully read this one, but have skimmed it. But based on another review, I did look at the pictures before I shared it with my kids. These are not illustrations: much of the artwork is photographs of ancient sculptures, wall paintings and masks. These are how the ancient Mayans depicted themselves, not how a modern artist has drawn them. There is one illustration that looks like it is modern, but it is describing ancient Mayan society & is very much in keeping with the style of the photographs of the original artifacts. Other than that one illustration, the photos that are not of artifacts are of modern Mayan people, housing, or ruins of Mayan sites. My skim of the text is that it seems very informative & I like that they give pronunciation of difficult words. It looks like a colorful, informative book that I look forward to reading with my kids. I think for the price & the attention span of the intended audience, it seems very good.
This is a grade school primer on history and archeology of Central America in general and the fascinating Maya people specifically. Covers the subject in a thorough and interesting manner. Story of a advanced civilization who moved human existence forward in giant steps. Clear description of a complex society. Excellent reference book at 's discount price.
Great book with great pictures. Short and to the point with out all the fluff. Great into onto Mayan culture for an elementary learner.
Great book especially for introducing Mayans to kids. I will be getting the others in the series of ancient civilizations.
Bought this for my daughter. We are going to Mexico to explore some Mayan Ruins soon. She enjoyed reading this and learned a lot. She can't wait to learn more during our trip
I love the True Books series! They have great pictures and pack a lot of useful information into a small, attractive book. Definitely recommend!
very rudimentury even for childrens version.It was little better than a pamphlet and coupled with the cost am not very happy
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