by Elizabeth Payne
Though we've studied ancient Egypt before, we managed to miss this book that is recommended both by RC History for Connecting with History Volume 1 (for the logic level, but I'm using it with my Level 2 student as well as my Level 3 student) and Mater Amabilis™ Level 1A Year 2 (which would be third grade, though my third grader is not reading it as we're only spending a few weeks on ancient Egypt).
I finished The History of Ancient Egypt shortly before reading this Landmark book and was pleased that I found no important discrepancies. This book brings ancient Egypt to life for young readers. There are many photographs and helpful maps. The writing is inviting and entertaining as well as informative, as I have found with many of the Landmark Books. This is a nice complement to the Usborne ancient history books with lots of vibrant color pictures and diagrams but limited text.
The Mater Amabilis™ schedule for Level 1A recommends just a few pages each reading, but I have my Level 2 Year 2 student reading longer sections. I expect both my daughters to enjoy this book.
by James Cross Giblin
This book is found on the list for Connecting with History as well. I am asking only my Level 3 student (currently in seventh grade) to read it. It's a deeper presentation of the struggle to decipher and understand the writing on the Rosetta Stone. I love how it includes many engravings by Denon of Napoleon's Egyptian expedition. Although the deciphering was difficult, it is explained simply enough for a young reader. There are many clear diagrams of the hieroglyphs which allow the reader to understand the connections more easily. I think my fifth grader could read it, though I have only put it on her independent (optional) reading list rather than asking for steady reading and narrations. There are many
I have received nothing in exchange for this post, which includes only my honest opinions. I bought these books used many years ago. Links to RC History above are affiliate links. The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt and The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone are also available at Amazon (affiliate links).
