Copyright Date:
2010
Edition Date:
2010
Release Date:
02/11/10
Pages:
48 pages
ISBN:
0-531-24110-6
ISBN 13:
978-0-531-24110-3
Dewey:
972
LCCN:
2008053624
Dimensions:
22 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
School Library Journal
(Thu Apr 28 00:00:00 CDT 2022)
MALOY, Jackie . The Ancient Maya . ISBN 978-0-531-25229-1 . LC 2008053624. NEWMAN, Sandra . The Inca Empire . ISBN 978-0-531-25228-4 . LC 2009000293. ea vol: 48p. (A True Bk. Ancient Civilizations Series). map. photos. reprods. further reading. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. Children's Press . 2009. PLB $26. Gr 2-5 These fascinating cultures are outlined for young readers with care and precision. Although gorier features of each culture are largely avoided, a reasonably complete picture of each people's history and culture is presented. Loaded with access points such as captions, pull-outs, a time line, and a map, and with better-than-usual reproductions of well-chosen primary sources and art, the books sport a bright, peppy design. The authors are careful to use or at least make note of proper nomenclatureMaloy uses the phrase "ancient Maya" (rather than simply "Maya") throughout, an important distinction that is often overlooked. These books are rigorous in distinguishing fact from theory, and conscientious about presenting competing theories where they exist. These are the best books on their subjects for this age group. Paula Willey, Baltimore County Public Library, Towson, MD
Bibliography Index/Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Word Count:
2,690
Reading Level:
6.0
Interest Level:
2-5
Accelerated Reader:
reading level: 6.0
/ points: 0.5
/ quiz: 132951
/ grade: Lower Grades
Reading Counts!:
reading level:7.5 /
points:3.0 /
quiz:Q48645
Lexile:
960L
Guided Reading Level:
Y
Explore ancient Maya, including farming, daily life, and beliefs.
A True Book: Ancient Civilizations series allows readers to experience what makes each ancient civilization distinctive and exceptional as well look at its influence on the some of the practices of the modern world. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.