Ancient Innovations

In ancient history, key civilizations have risen up to create empires and accomplish great feats, such as building pyramids, constructing ancient temples without the use of the wheel, and inventing the world?s first computing device thousands of years before the Age of the Computer. These civilizations were responsible for innovative technologies the world had never seen before that would influence humanity for millennia. Ancient Innovations explores the history of these civilizations and key inventions that made their civilization stand out above the rest. Filled with vivid photographs, engaging sidebars, and history, this series helps students understand the ancient world and its connection to some of the most important inventions.

EACH BOOK CONTAINS:
? Detailed history of a culture and its inventions
? Sidebars with new information on the history of a civilization
? Up-to-date discoveries

CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS:
? Material allows students the opportunity to recognize different interpretations about history
? Explains connections between historical innovations and their applications in today?s society
? Offers a detailed chronology of the rise and fall of the civilization that students can examine and build upon in classroom discussion
? Provides primary and secondary sources through photographs that students can explore and use to help understand the civilization and its accomplishments