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So You Think You’ve Got It Bad: A Kid’s Life in Ancient Egypt

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This hilarious and fascinating book written by by award-winning author Chae Strathie is packed with historical facts and brought to life with rich, humorous illustrations by super-talented Marisa Morea.

A kid’s life in ancient Egypt might sound like fun with all the cool pyramids and glorious sunny weather, but actually it was rather tough! Learn how difficult life really was, from dodging Deathstalker scorpions and cleaning up cow dung, to fetching water from the well, eating roast hedgehog and being slammed in the stocks for being naughty at school! Probably the first book about ancient Egypt that involves bubble wrap and skateboards!

Packed with facts and fantastic illustrations, this funny and accessible introduction to ancient Egypt is a must-read for kids with a passion for horrible history.

Our Review Panel says...

This is a book in a series from The British Museum that looks at children’s experiences in different historical periods. The format is designed to look at different aspects of Ancient Egyptian life (for both rich and poor) and compares it to today’s lifestyles, including fashions, homes, education, food, entertainment and medicine. The book will be well-placed in classrooms covering the topic of the Ancient Egyptians, as it is simple enough for the children to read and independently research, offering clear and concise information about the topic…

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A Kid's Life in Ancient Egpyt: Resource Pack

Use these activities provided by the publisher to explore this hilarious and fascinating look at a child’s life in ancient Egypt. Featuring discussion questions and fun activities for the whole class, this pack can be used in history lessons and as a way to develop art, research and design skills.

So You Think You’ve Got It Bad: A Kid’s Life in Ancient Egypt

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