Through fictionalized narration, energetic characters, and fun cartoon illustrations, the If You Were a Kid series gives young readers insight into different areas of life, most of which have a STEM focus. A brief introduction precedes each story, which stars a boy and girl character and provides readers with plenty of factual tidbits. In Building a Pyramid, the kids live in ancient Egypt and are intrigued by the pyramid that's being built nearby; through their eyes, readers get a glimpse inside a pyramid and an understanding of the manpower required for its construction. Each story comes packed with quick-fact sidebars, complete with photographs and charts, and volumes end with handy, easy-to-follow maps, time lines, and glossaries. A fun, absorbing first step into nonfiction.