Ancient Egypt: Read It Yourself - Level 3 Confident Reader
Read It Yourself Series
What’s inside...
This engaging book introduces young readers to the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt. Through accessible text and colorful illustrations, children journey back in time to explore the lives of the Egyptians, their gods, their culture, and their incredible achievements. The book is part of the 'Read It Yourself' series, which is designed for children aged 6-7 years who are developing greater reading confidence and stamina. Each book in the series includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading, with five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading across a wide range of different stories and topics.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-7
Length
48 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you find most fascinating about the daily life of ancient Egyptians?
Why do you think the pyramids were so important to the ancient Egyptians?
How do you think their beliefs in gods influenced their everyday decisions?
Can you compare any of their traditions to ones we have today?
What would you do if you were a pharaoh for a day?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think critically by asking them to draw parallels between ancient Egyptian culture and our own.
Promote empathy by discussing how the lives of ancient Egyptian children might have been similar or different to theirs.
Boost engagement by suggesting your child imagine and describe a day in the life of an ancient Egyptian.
Foster curiosity by exploring more about the artifacts and symbols mentioned in the book together online or in a museum.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: This book explores various aspects of Ancient Egyptian culture, prompting children to ask questions and seek more knowledge about history and different civilizations.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to remain curious and enthusiastic about learning new things, which can be applied in school subjects and beyond.
Example Lesson: Understanding Different Cultures
Explanation: By reading about Ancient Egypt, children gain insights into a civilization that is different from their own, helping them to understand and appreciate cultural diversity.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children in becoming more respectful and empathetic towards people from diverse backgrounds they meet in their everyday lives.
Example Lesson: Value of History
Explanation: The book highlights how historical knowledge contributes to our understanding of the present and the future. It discusses the achievements and daily life of Ancient Egyptians.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the significance of history in shaping our world, encouraging them to value and learn from the past.
Example Lesson: Developing Reading Skills
Explanation: Designed for Level 3 confident readers, this book helps in enhancing vocabulary and reading comprehension skills through engaging historical content.
Real-World Application: Improves children's literacy and cognitive abilities, helping them in academic performance and personal development.
Example Lesson: Critical Thinking and Making Connections
Explanation: The narrative and facts about Ancient Egypt challenge children to think critically about how historical events and people influence our lives today.
Real-World Application: Children can apply critical thinking to solve problems and make informed decisions in their daily activities and future learning.