The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt

The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt is a comprehensive read that is great for children and adults alike who are interested in learning a little bit more about the ancient rulers of Egypt. I learned facts that I had never heard before! The narrative was informative, yet fun. The pictures added to the sto......more

I read this book aloud with my kids. It's a bit convoluted and over their heads as a history read, but very informative. I probably enjoyed it more than they did (as the chapters were long and detailed in several directions). It was a good stretching read which taught them a lot about ancient Egypti......more

Would have been a nice compact little history… if only there had a been a source or two for the many odd facts and quotations?! The bibliography is nonexistent, so I have no idea how much of it is true or where to even check. Entertaining, but kind of a waste of time until I can fact check.......more

I think this would have been a better free read / independent book. I preferred _Ancient Egypt and Her Neighbors_ for our school readings.......more