Author: Kirsty Holmes Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC ISBN: 1978519907 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 32
Book Description
The Shang Dynasty was the earliest recorded dynasty in China. It was in power for less than 600 years, but they ruled during great advances in math, art, astronomy, and military technology. If life was so great during this time, why did the Shang Dynasty end? Invasion is one main reason that readers learn about in this compelling volume, full of information about the civilization the Shang Dynasty created and about ancient China. Historical images and a timeline aid in comprehension of the social studies content included throughout.
Author: Alex Woolf Publisher: Badger Publishing ISBN: 1784649104 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 32
Book Description
The Shang was an advanced civilisation that flourished more than 3,500 years ago in China. They created beautiful objects in bronze, jade and ceramic. They studied the stars, created an accurate calendar and developed China's first writing system. Explore the amazing Shang dynasty, their gods, customs, art, science and music. Learn about their downfall and their lasting influence on China. Made for the KS2 History curriculum, these eight titles are packed with amazing historical facts and inspiring images. These handy guides explore the distant past, surviving historical evidence and the impact of our ancestors on our lives today.
Author: Geoffrey Barker Publisher: ISBN: 9780750281744 Category : China Languages : en Pages : 31
Book Description
Discover the answers to fascinating questions in these new titles from the 'History Detective Investigates' series. Follow Sherlock Bones on the detective trail and find out more about the past and start a history project of your own.
Author: Baby Professor Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC ISBN: 154195713X Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 73
Book Description
So what is a dynasty? In ancient China, the Shang was its first dynasty. In this book, you will learn to locate the reign of the Shang in the world map. You will also gather information on its walled cities, ancestor worship, human sacrifice, rich tombs and hardworking peasants. This book is rich in cultural and historical information. Grab a copy today.
Author: Geoff Barker Publisher: Wayland ISBN: 9781526322135 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Uncover History and find out about the Shang dynasty Founded sometime around 1600 BCE, the Shang Dynasty was governed by a series of about 29 kings over a 600 year period. They were situated along the Yellow River Valley, China, and historians know a lot about their lives from the discovery of the oracle bones, ancient tombs and cities and other artefacts. The Shang Dynasty is known for the invention of early writing, the development of a government, their skill with bronze and their use of the chariot and bronze weapons in warfare. Who were the Shang? Read about their daily lives, what jobs they did, what they made, how they traded and some Chinese folk tales. Find out the answer to questions such as 'how did the Shang wage wars?', 'what were dragon bones?' and 'what did Shang kings do?' Using fun illustrations, this book offers an insight into the daily life of the Shang people. Ideally suited for readers age 8+ Read the other titles in the series: Ancient Greece, the Mayans, the Vikings, the Celts, the Aztecs, the Stone Age, Benin and Ancient Egypt
Author: George Cottrell Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing LLC ISBN: 1534520376 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 34
Book Description
The Shang Dynasty marked the beginning of recorded history in China. This ancient civilization has been studied by historians and archaeologists around the world, and now readers can join their ranks in uncovering fascinating facts about this dynasty. The detailed main text, fact boxes, and sidebars focus on the most exciting and extraordinary aspects of the Shang Dynasty, providing a fresh take on a familiar part of social studies curricula. Readers also develop a strong sense of geography through the use of clear maps. Full-color photographs fill each page, giving readers an up-close look at life during the Shang Dynasty.
Author: Lori Hile Publisher: Capstone ISBN: 148462579X Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 50
Book Description
Introduces the ancient Shang Dynasty of China, describing their ruling dynasties, religion, wars, language, occupations, agriculture, social classes, and a typical day in the life of a Shang Dynasty girl.
Author: Lydia Lukidis Publisher: High Noon Books ISBN: 1634023900 Category : Young Adult Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 48
Book Description
More than 3,600 years ago, the Shang Dynasty arose beside the Yellow River in China. The Shang invented a form of writing, were the first Chinese to use chariots, and were experts at bronze work. They also invented a calendar. The Shang Dynasty is part of the Super Science Facts series that engages readers in grades 5 to 12 with fun science facts and colorful images on every page to support comprehension. The series covers Physical Science, Life Science and Social Sciences in individual sets. The minimal-text format (1,700 to 2,000 words per book) introduces content vocabulary defined in context and repeated in a glossary.
Author: Lydia Lukidis Publisher: High Noon Books ISBN: 1634025121 Category : Young Adult Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 48
Book Description
More than 3,600 years ago, the Shang Dynasty arose beside the Yellow River in China. The Shang invented a form of writing, were the first Chinese to use chariots, and were experts at bronze work. They also invented a calendar. The Shang Dynasty is part of the Super Science Facts series that engages readers in grades 5 to 12 with fun science facts and colorful images on every page to support comprehension. The series covers Physical Science, Life Science and Social Sciences in individual sets. The minimal-text format (1,700 to 2,000 words per book) introduces content vocabulary defined in context and repeated in a glossary. This audio edition features professional narration and highlights text as it is read. The reader may turn narration on or off while reading. This audio edition features professional narration and highlights text as it is read. The reader may turn narration on or off while reading.
Author: Kirsty Holmes
Author: Alex Woolf
Author: Geoffrey Barker
Author: Baby Professor
Author: Geoff Barker
Author: George Cottrell
Author: Kwang-chih Chang
Author: Lori Hile
Author: Lydia Lukidis
Author: Lydia Lukidis