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Pets Tell Tales: Ancient Egypt

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Book Synopsis

What REALLY happened in Ancient Egypt? In this graphic novel the animals of the past are here to tell you the REAL deal…

So, you think you know about Ancient Egypt – the pyramids, mummies, and pharoahs? Well, we’re the animals of Ancient Egypt and we think it’s time we told you the REAL history. We’re kind of a big deal to the Ancient Egyptians. You might learn a thing or two, starting with the Pharoahs. Oh, boy. Did you know there were seven Cleopatras?! And eleven Ramesses?

We’re going to talk about the really good stuff, like baboon guards, mummified cats, and sacred poop-pushers.

This TRUE comic book will keep every reader glued to the page as they discover life in Ancient Egypt.

Our Review Panel says...

Ever wanted to know ‘What a humble dung bug has to do with the rising sun’, ‘Why the pyramids were built’ or ‘What was the role of the baboon police’? Then look no further! Told in a comic book style, ‘Pets Tell Tales – Ancient Egypt’ is an engaging and hilarious way for young readers to learn about the history of Ancient Egypt.

The book begins with an introduction from Manny (an Egyptian bird similar to Bennu), explaining where the reader can find Egypt on a Map. Throughout the chapters, Manny adds his hilarious commentary, engaging the reader with witty remarks and asides.

Among the comic strips, the book interweaves timelines, graphs, images, dates and key facts to aid learning on this period of history. These work as tools to clarify the story and embed learning. I would recommend this book to history lovers, graphic novel fans, reluctant readers and any primary school child who has an interest in Ancient Egypt.