Name: The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone
ISBN: 9780064461375

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

Reading the Stone

An accessible look at how one remarkable artifact opened a window onto ancient Egyptian writing.

Come here for

The satisfying puzzle of deciphering an ancient script
A meeting point of archaeology, language, and history

Expect

Clear explanations with illustrations, engravings, and historical photographs
Excerpts from the Rosetta Stone’s translated text

Book Details

Authors: James Cross Giblin
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: February 28, 1993
Format: Paperback
Theme: Archaeology for Kids · Ancient History for Kids
Reading lane: Archaeology for Kids

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Books for Boys
Wonder & Curiosities
Kids' Foreign Language
Girls & Young Women

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African History for Kids
Ancient History for Kids
Language Arts
Early Chapter Readers

About This Book

Decipher the history of Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs with this enlightening account of the discovery and translation of the Rosetta Stone. Packed with illustrations, engravings, and historical photographs, The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone is an informative yet accessible overview perfect for aspiring young Egyptologists, kids interested in archaeology, and students in grades 3 to 7. This ALA Notable Children's Book also includes excerpts from the translated text of the Rosett...

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Decipher the history of Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs with this enlightening account of the discovery and translation of the Rosetta Stone. Packed with illustrations, engravings, and historical photographs, The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone is an informative yet accessible overview perfect for aspiring young Egyptologists, kids interested in archaeology, and students in grades 3 to 7. This ALA Notable Children's Book also includes excerpts from the translated text of the Rosetta Stone and a bibliography with suggestions for further reading, making it an ideal starting point for Ancient Egyptian research and reports. Supports the Common Core State Standards