Over 3,000 years ago, in 3100 BCE, an incredible society called ancient Egypt rose to power. From mathematics and geometry to paper and toothpaste, the ancient Egyptians created new concepts and innovations that helped to create the world as we know it today. The Ancient Egyptians provides a straightforward, approachable introduction to this remarkable ancient culture. Children will be transported back in time by this book's astounding facts, where they will travel down the Nile, discover imposing monuments, and learn how the pyramids were constructed. They will learn about gods and goddesses, pharaohs, hieroglyphs, and much more along the way.