These series entries have more text and a cleaner design to provide more in-depth coverage . . . stunning, captioned photographs and illustrations that emphasize the many intriguing factual details in the text. Chapters end with a summary, a list of Web and print resources, brief details about careers related to the topic, and organizations to contact . . . colorful and accessible. --This text refers to the Board book edition.
Book Description
It's a weird world out there... dazzle your friends with wacky facts and more from this mega new series. Did you know... The first step in making a mummy was to pull the brain out through the nostrils. Scientists re-froze the body of a 5,000 year old ice mummy because he was starting to thaw. Bodies can be frozen, dried-out, or even pickled to make a mummy.
A full-color, fun, and informative series, Secret Worlds offers a chance to get your teeth deep into a wide range of fascinating subjects from nature, history, and science. Every title has: Easy-to-read narrative text written by a specialist who combines expert knowledge with an entertaining and fresh style. Superb color photography that entices the reader into the subject world with close-up views and dramatic shots. Weird World feature boxes that reveal a wealth of wacky facts. Tried-and-tested websites to check out the latest info. A mega reference section with even more facts and figures for the enthusiast. Suitable for children aged ten and up -- as well as every other family member who is curious about the subject.
Secret Worlds: Mummies
Secret Worlds: Mummies,DK Publishing,DK CHILDREN,0789479753,Children's 9-12 - Archeology / Anthropology,Children: Grades 4-6,Egypt,History - Ancient,History - Exploration & Discovery,History - General,Juvenile Nonfiction,Juvenile literature,Mummies,Social Studies - Archaeology,Juvenile Nonfiction / History / Exploration & Discovery,Children's
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