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  • Ancient Egypt (History Smashers)

Ancient Egypt
(History Smashers)

Author
Kate Messner
Publication Date
October 07, 2025
Genre / Grade Band
Non-fiction /  4th − 5th
Language
English
Format
Chapter Book
Includes Illustrations
Ancient Egypt (History Smashers)
Description

Myths! Lies! Secret mummy curses? Grab your head lamp, the award-winning History Smashers are headed to Ancient Egypt to dig up the truth about this incredible early civilization--and the many myths that will be buried once and for all.

In 1922, explorers opened King Tut's tomb and a nasty hex was placed on everyone present. RIGHT? Not so much. Okay, but aliens did soar in on a space craft and build the Pyramids, right? WRONG!

The discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb taught historians a lot about ancient Egyptian culture. But no one incurred the wrath of a mummy. And this early civilization had the money, power, and smarts to build the Pyramids--along with a host of other impressive structures!

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Publication date
October 07, 2025
Genre
Non-fiction
Page Count
208
ISBN-13
9780593902332
Lexile Measure
1060
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Series
History Smashers
BISAC categories
JNF038010 - Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places | Africa
JNF025010 - Juvenile Nonfiction | History | Africa
Library of Congress categories
History
Egypt
Civilization
To 332 B.C
Informational work

School Library Journal

Starred Review

Gr 4-7--At its core, this title understands the endless appeal of Ancient Egypt, which has held generations of kids in its thrall. Messner brings readers on an engaging journey through chronology of Ancient Egypt, from pyramids and mummies to assassination plots and rumors of curses. The book's combination of cartoon illustrations, historical photographs, and comic strip sections will appeal to all sorts of readers, and its humorous tone facilitates information and the introduction of new vocabulary. Messner's inclusion of the controversies around Egyptian archeological excavations and looting by Europeans during the 19th century (and onward) is particularly impressive in its nuance and delivery. An index, back matter, and extensive bibliography make this book an excellent option for classroom usage. VERDICT The latest entry in the massively popular "History Smashers" series is accurate, entertaining, and compulsively readable--a must-purchase for library and classroom collections alike.--Molly Saunders

Copyright 2025 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

Kate Messner
Kate Messner is passionately curious and writes books for kids who wonder, too. A former teacher, she has written more than thirty picture books, chapter books, and novels for young readers. She lives on Lake Champlain with her family.

Heather Ross is an illustrator and fabric designer. She lives in New York City and the Catskill Mountains with her husband, daughter, and dog.
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