5th Grade - PYP Where We Are in Place and Time - Ancient Civilizations: Home

This title uncovers the mysteries of the Incas. Find out where to see an underground punishment chamber filled with snakes, pumas, and jaguars, why a headache could end up with you having a hole drilled in your head, and how to pronounce some common Inca words.

Provides information about the Inca empire, discussing how the Incas survived in the mountains, how the empire was built, and why it disappeared, and looking at the city of Machu Picchu and the emperor Sapa Inca.

The Myths of the World series explores the mythology of some of history's greatest civilizations. Each book opens with a brief look at the culture that created the myths, including its geographical setting, political history, government, society, and religious beliefs. Next come the stories themselves. Each one of the half dozen or so myths per title has been retold by critically acclaimed author Virginia Schomp. Based on a variety of traditional sources, the new versions are fun and easy to read. At the same time, they remain true to the spirit of the ancient tales, preserving their magic, their mystery, and the special ways of speech and avenues of thought that made each culture unique.

Now in Paperback! In Eyewitness: Ancient Egypt, travel back in time and discover one of history's most remarkable civilizations — from the legends of the great Pharaohs to the triumphs of the ordinary people. Explore the inside of the Great Pyramid in Giza, or learn how Tutankhamun's tomb was found. Images and supported text throughout the book showcase the pottery, weapons and other objects Ancient Egyptians left behind, the architecture they created, the food they ate, their system of Hieroglyphic writing, and more, giving an eyewitness account of this incredible empire. For over 25 years, DK's Eyewitness books have been the most trusted nonfiction series in classrooms, libraries, and homes around the world. In summer 2014 this award-winning series will get a fresh new look both inside and out. The introduction of paperback editions, eye-catching jackets, and updated interiors ensure that the Eyewitness series will continue to be relevant in the ever-changing world of education and remain the go-to source for homework help, research projects, reluctant readers, ESL students, and, as always, to satisfy the minds of curious kids. Supports the Common Core State Standards.

Long ago, Greek writers created a list of the seven wonders of the world. That list included incredible monuments and other marvelous structures located in Greece and its surrounding countries. But ancient Greece was filled with wondrous things - too many for just one list. Greece is home to one of the world's oldest civilizations. the ancient Greeks loved art, architecture, theatre, politics, and sports. They created an amazing city filled with temples, palaces, homes, markets, and government buildings. They built an ancient medical center and founded the first Olympic games. What other ancient treasures does Greece hold? Some are found among the mountains of mainland Greece. Others are found on islands scattered across the blue Aegean Sea. You're about to begin your search for the seven wonders of Ancient Greece!