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3) Archeology
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to the field of archeology, covering such areas as radiocarbon dating, preservation techniques, excavation sites, and marine archeology.
Author
Pub. Date
c2019
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Read the stories of mummified Egyptian pharaohs and priestesses, baby elephants, pampered pets, and even a prehistoric bison. Uncover clues to centuries-old murder mysteries and human sacrifices, and even find out what a person or animal had for their last meal!
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Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
"Investigate famous excavations and the archaeologists and paleontologists who led them with Excavation Exploration. Through artifacts such as fossils, mummies, and bones, readers will discover how we learn about the past through fossils and burial sites" --Amazon.com.
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Description
"Explore some of the world's most famous archaeological sites and see some of the amazing finds that have been unearthed. Find out about the painstaking detective work of archaeologists and read about the latest technological advances in dating, conserving, and reconstructing the past"--Cover.
Author
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
"Archaeological finds add to our understanding of the world. This book showcases six discoveries made that changed the way we view history through recent advances in science. Discoveries include new clues about life in the Stone Age gleaned from Ötzi the Ice Man, the extent of the lost city of Angkor through the use of drones, and King Richard III's villainous reputation deduced from the discovery of his long-lost tomb, Digging Deep is full of fascinating...
11) Archaeologists!
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Series
Pub. Date
2016.
Description
"Discover ancient cities and find out how human beings have evolved. Meet experts who have changed our view of the world"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2015.
Description
Archaeologists have opened whole new worlds to people, such as ancient Egypt and prehistoric America. However, an archaeological dig requires a lot of meticulous preparation, research, and labor. Readers are given a glimpse into the hard work that archaeologists do as well as the excitement of the discoveries. The USS Monitor and the tomb of King Tutankhamen are highlighted as two of the great findings of the past century. Readers are encouraged to...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
"Investigate some of history's ancient artifacts and the archaeologists who uncover them in Uncovering Ancient Artifacts. Through artifacts such as pottery, cave paintings, and the Dead Sea Scrolls, readers will discover how we learn about the past through ancient art, writings, and burial sites" --Amazon.com
14) Mummies
Author
Pub. Date
2003.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Provides information about mummies, explaining the natural and man-made processes by which they are created, discussing why the Egyptians made mummies, examining mummies around the world, and introducing modern mummies such Lenin and Eva Peron.
16) Bones unearthed!
Author
Series
Creepy and true volume 3
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 6
Description
"Discover all the mysteries, facts, and discoveries about skeletons that are creepy-and true-in the much-anticipated companion to Mummies Exposed! and Ghosts Unveiled! The Creepy and True series explores strange phenomena, fun facts, and out of the ordinary discoveries. Have you ever wondered what lies beneath our feet? Bones have a story to tell-and not always a happy one. Bones Unearthed!, book 3 of the Creepy and True series, investigates remarkable...
17) Wretched ruins
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2010]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes ruins from around the world, along with the history from each site.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c1997
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
When Ms. Frizzle's class enters a show-and-tell contest, Arnold brings in a strange old object -- an artifact-- to show. Since nobody knows what it is, the class tries to find out using skills like real archaeologists.
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Series
Pub. Date
[2012]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This compilation of some of history's most enthralling discoveries draws readers into a world of mystery, intrigue, and adventure. In lavish color and inky shadows, readers pursue a trail of investigation that leads to discoveries from King Tut's tomb to the terracotta army of China.