Ancient Egypt (The Ancient World) Paperback – January 1, 2012

This short but concise juvenile reference book provides a brief, general overview of ancient Egyptian civilization. It is densely packed with facts but is not comprehensive and does not provide much detail, and as such is best used as a starting point for research. Due to its mature terminology, this book is ideal for fifth grade and above. The colorful illustrations and artifact photos found on each page enhance the book, and definitions of certain terms are located in the sidebars while terms denoted in bold can be found in the glossary at the end of the book. Scattered throughout the book are sections entitled "The Past is Present," which highlight concepts relevant to modern society. Yomtov has also included a section of short one-paragraph biographies of important people, an illustrated timeline, a list of books for further reading, and an index. "Ancient Egypt" discusses various aspects of Egyptian civilization, from government and religion to family life and agriculture, making it a beneficial book for children interested in exploring the world of the pharaohs.