Story of the World Vol 1: Ancient Times
Story of the World Vol 1: Ancient Times

Story of the World Vol 1: Ancient Times

By: Susan Wise Bauer

This first book in the four volume narrative history series for elementary students will transform your study of history. The Story of the World has won awards from numerous homeschooling magazines and readers' polls―over 150,000 copies of the series in print! Bring ancient history to life as you learn about Egypt, Hammurabi and the Babylonians, the Greeks, China, Rome, and more! Whether used as a read aloud for elementary students or as independent reading for middle schoolers, The Story of the World Volume 1 is the spine for your ancient history studies.

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What terrible secret was buried in Shi Huangdi's tomb? Did nomads like lizard stew? What happened to Anansi the Spider in the Village of the Plantains? And how did a six year old become the last emperor of Rome? 

Told in a straightforward, engaging style that has become Susan Wise Bauer's trademark, The Story of the World series covers the sweep of human history from ancient times until the present. Africa, China, Europe, the Americas―find out what happened all around the world in long ago times. This first revised volume begins with the earliest nomads and ends with the last Roman emperor. Newly revised and updated, The Story of the World, Volume 1 includes maps, a new timeline, more illustrations, and additional parental aids. This read aloud series is designed for parents to share with elementary school children. Enjoy it together and introduce your child to the marvelous story of the world's civilizations. 
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  • By: Susan Wise Bauer

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  • ISBN: 9781933339009

  • Media: Paperback

  • Reading level: 7th, 8th, 9th
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