The ancient Egyptian civilization lasted almost 3,000 years! Today,
people around the world still benefit from the innovations of the
Egyptians, from ancient papyrus scrolls to early irrigation systems.
This fact-filled title gives readers an up-close glimpse of life in
ancient Egypt, including how people lived, worked, and ruled. Special
features include profiles of gods and leaders, a cause and effect
graphic, a time and place matrix, a timeline, and a thought-provoking
question.