Children Egypt

An alphabetical exploration of the people, geography, animals, plants, history, and culture of Egypt.

Welcome to Egypt! See the sites. Enjoy the food. Hear the language. Discover this country's land, people, and traditions.

Egypt is one of the oldest countries in the world. People love to visit the ancient pyramids outside of Cairo, the capital of Egypt. Thousands of years ago, pharaohs ruled Egypt, and people mummified many pharaohs after they died. Students will hear all about mummy museums, school and work life in Egypt, and how Egyptians use the Nile River in their daily lives.

Travel to Egypt. Find out the facts about this country in Africa.

Join Isabel Soto on an adventure to discover the secrets about Egypt's great pyramids.

The national soccer teams of Algeria and Egypt have a rivalry spanning decades. What made the teams fierce competitors? How are both countries' fans involved in keeping this rivalry going?

What is it like to live in or visit Egypt? What makes Egypt’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Egyptian people.

Bloomsbury presents The Cursed Tomb, written and read by Iszi Lawrence A thrilling adventure of curses, myths and legends set in ancient Egypt, perfect for fans of Emma Carroll and Horrible Histories. It’s 1249 BCE in ancient Egypt and eleven-year-old Henut is sceptical of just about...

From marketing maven to angel of the garbage district—the inspiring authorized biography of Maggie Gobran, the “Mother Teresa of Egypt.” Since 1997, Maggie Gobran and her organization Stephen’s Children have been changing lives in Cairo’s notorious zabala, or garbage slums. Her...

A classic Agatha Christie short story, available individually for the first time on audio. One by one the men who discovered and opened the tomb of King Men-He-Rah are beginning to die. Superstition spreads that they have been cursed by the dead king. Poirot is asked to investigate the...

How do you read hieroglyphics? Which Egyptian god made the Sun rise and set? What games did children enjoy playing? Why did both male and female pharaohs wear false beards? Find out in this ultimate guide to ancient Egypt. Explore the everyday lives of ancient Egyptians, from farming alongside...

The action adventure of Gladiator meets the time travel of Doctor Who! Join the journey to Ancient Egypt in Hunt for the Golden Scarab, the first action-packed mystery in the Time Keys series, by bestselling award-winner M. G. Leonard. Perfect for children of 8 to 12 and fans of Adventures on...

The Timekeepers are a secret organisation of kids who keep the course of history on track – and history needs them – a villain called DeLay is causing chaos! When the hands on their watches start to spin backwards, the Timekeepers know that DeLay has been up to no good, and it’s up to them...

With this book about ancient Egypt, you’ll become an expert and wow your friends and teachers with awesome ancient facts: Did you know that some Egyptians used to shave their eyebrows whenever a cat died? Or that some people worshiped a god of lettuce? With cool trivia, and fun quizzes to test your knowledge, this guide will have you on your way to whiz-kid status in no time.

From the rising of the morning sun to the summer flooding of the Nile River, the ancient Egyptians believed powerful gods and goddesses ruled over every aspect of their daily lives. This Egyptian mythology guide takes you on a trip through the sands of time to explore the world of pharaohs and sphinxes - ancient Egypt!

Once again, the New York Times bestselling author of the Amelia Peabody novels “kicks up a desert storm.”—People The “grande dame of historical mystery” (Washington Post) is back with a thrilling new tale featuring America’s favorite archaeologist turned sleuth. At last the Great War...

When Lillian Trasher founded Egypt's first orphanage, others thought that a lone American woman with no means of support would surely be killed or starve to death. But Lillian—certain of God's guidance—stood by her earlier promise to Him, "If ever I can do anything for You, just let me know—and I'll do it." In the midst of poverty, war, and deadly epidemics, Lillian faced each day with a heart of trust, modeling the life she hoped her children would someday live in their own homes.

Acclaimed storyteller Jim Weiss takes listeners from palace plots to treasure chambers, from the inner rooms of a mysterious temple to the middle of a thundering chariot charge. From roaring battles to whispered court intrigue, from desert wastelands to luxurious palaces, Jim Weiss leads you through a civilization fifty centuries old, spinning vivid stories of remarkable rulers (Hatshepsut, Akhenaten, Ramesses II and more), the Nile River that made it all possible, and the thrilling discovery of King Tutankhamun's treasure-laden tomb.

Learn all about the truly epic life of one of the most famous women rulers in history! Cleopatra's legacy as a trailblazing leader and political strategist dazzles in this addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling series. Cleopatra was born into a time when power struggles within her own...

A wonderful blend of magical ancient Egyptian tales. Ancient Egypt comes alive with these stories of good and bad pharaohs, immortal beings, and cunning wizards.