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Pyramids
The world of pyramids, the different societies that produced them, and a historical overview of their various styles come to life in this complete guide with easy-to-use reference, illustrated glossary, and valuable facts and notes.
64 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 1989
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Anne Millard
178 books10 followersAnne Millard is a highly respected historian & Egyptologist, the author of numerous history books, many of which are written for children.
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November 22, 2020
Date read: 11/20/2020
Date of review: 11/21/2020
Genre: Nonfiction (Informative, History)
Grade Range: 4-6
This a sort of companion piece to the "Castles" I also book I also read and reviewed, except it's about (you guessed it) pyramids. It has the same sorts of virtues as the other book (great nonfiction mentor text due to the abundant examples of nonfiction text features, interesting historical topic, etc.) but where I think it even improves on its companion is how it also looks at pyramids around the world (though, admittedly, it focuses on the most famous pyramids, the ones in Egypt). In general, I love books that help you learn about different parts of the world, and this is a good example of such a book.
Date of review: 11/21/2020
Genre: Nonfiction (Informative, History)
Grade Range: 4-6
This a sort of companion piece to the "Castles" I also book I also read and reviewed, except it's about (you guessed it) pyramids. It has the same sorts of virtues as the other book (great nonfiction mentor text due to the abundant examples of nonfiction text features, interesting historical topic, etc.) but where I think it even improves on its companion is how it also looks at pyramids around the world (though, admittedly, it focuses on the most famous pyramids, the ones in Egypt). In general, I love books that help you learn about different parts of the world, and this is a good example of such a book.
January 6, 2020
Outstanding detailed information in small chunks around outstanding detailed illustrations and photographs.
March 23, 2014
Pyramids is a wonderful informational text filled with with the history of pyramids throughout centuries and cultures from around the world. The book contains illustrations and diagrams of the infrastructure and floor plans of each pyramid while still explaining the cultural importance or explanation of each sector. The book covers the building process, design, and its cultural significance of the egyptians, mayans, aztecs, nubian, modern civilizations, and many more. The contains an index and glossary that would be beneficial to the students reading this book or using it as a source for a project. The book’s pictures and footnotes include food, clothes, traditions, tools, and environmental facts that are key to understanding and painting the entire picture of the culture creating a pyramid.
This book would be create for connection common core standards of literacy to essential standards in social studies. This book could be used to create great talk to the text and small group talk as students compare and contrast pyramids from different cultures and the culture’s possible motivations for these differences in architecture or purpose using evidence provided from the book. Also, this book could be used to create a cross discipline STEM activity of constructing a pyramid after discussing the book thoroughly and creating great talk and linking it to social studies standards.
This book would be create for connection common core standards of literacy to essential standards in social studies. This book could be used to create great talk to the text and small group talk as students compare and contrast pyramids from different cultures and the culture’s possible motivations for these differences in architecture or purpose using evidence provided from the book. Also, this book could be used to create a cross discipline STEM activity of constructing a pyramid after discussing the book thoroughly and creating great talk and linking it to social studies standards.
February 3, 2015
Pyramids by Anne Millard
It is an informational book that more than 10 illustrators worked on this book.
In this book it Describes the pyramids of Egypt,the royal family and the craft workers people who are the majority. This informational book supports their information with detailed pictures and less wording. It is good for all ages, students will find most of the information about how to build different kind of pyramids in an easy way and supported with pictures. Also in this book, it talk about pyramids half a world away from Egypt on the American continents, especially in Central and in the northwest of south America.This book talk about other great cultures like Maya, Aztecs, Moche, and Incas as they also built stepped pyramids and had a lot of contributions. At the end of the book there is a glossary with all the names, events, and new vocabulary which very useful for educators and learners. There are more than ten illustrators that contributed to this book with vivid pictures and colorful paintings.
It is an informational book that more than 10 illustrators worked on this book.
In this book it Describes the pyramids of Egypt,the royal family and the craft workers people who are the majority. This informational book supports their information with detailed pictures and less wording. It is good for all ages, students will find most of the information about how to build different kind of pyramids in an easy way and supported with pictures. Also in this book, it talk about pyramids half a world away from Egypt on the American continents, especially in Central and in the northwest of south America.This book talk about other great cultures like Maya, Aztecs, Moche, and Incas as they also built stepped pyramids and had a lot of contributions. At the end of the book there is a glossary with all the names, events, and new vocabulary which very useful for educators and learners. There are more than ten illustrators that contributed to this book with vivid pictures and colorful paintings.
October 15, 2012
This book was written for children but even adults will find it interesting to read through. The illustrations are detailed, accurate, and just plain fun to look at.
Plot: C
Writing: B
Vocabulary: B
Level: Easy
Rating: PG (human sacrifice)
Worldview: neutral observation
Plot: C
Writing: B
Vocabulary: B
Level: Easy
Rating: PG (human sacrifice)
Worldview: neutral observation
June 25, 2010
Great for school projects and just general knowledge. The illustrations are wonderful.
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December 7, 2017This book discusses the pyramids of ancient Egypt along with the culture that embodies Egyptians. It talks about different kinds of jobs, transportation, religions, and how they built the pyramids. The book describes different kinds of pyramids and what they mean and how they came about in the Egyptian culture.
the classroom use for this book is immense. It talks about the culture of Egyptian people and goes farther than just showing a couple pictures of the pyramids structure. It goes in depth on how they were built and what they were used for.
the classroom use for this book is immense. It talks about the culture of Egyptian people and goes farther than just showing a couple pictures of the pyramids structure. It goes in depth on how they were built and what they were used for.
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December 7, 2017This book is about Pyramids and Egyptians way of life. It tells about transportation, The King, The people, craft workers and scribes, Priests and Gods, along with many other. On each page of the book, their are tons of facts and pictures. This is a great book for a student who need to learn more about pyramids or Egyptians.
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