Egypt

An overview of Egypt emphasizing its cultural aspects.

Pack your bags! We're headed to Egypt. On this whirlwind tour, you'll learn all about the country's landscape, culture, people, and more. We'll explore Egypt's giant pyramids and the Nile River, find out what Egyptians eat for lunch, and celebrate the birthday of an important man named Muhammad. A special section introduces Egypt's capital, language, population, and flag. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world.

Children's Literature

People have lived in the country of Egypt for many thousands of years. Some Egyptians are nomads who travel across deserts for most of the year. As they move, they carry their tents and animals with them. In Egyptian cities, some people live above shops or in apartment buildings. In the countryside, Egyptians often live in mud-brick houses. Chapters covering geography, religion, festivals, education, language, and customs make this a worthy addition to the social studies classroom. A map is included that will help readers to locate Egypt. The photographs will give you the feeling of having been in the country itself. A glossary, pronunciation guide, index and recommending reading section are included. This is part of the series "A Ticket to."

Tom Streissguth lives in Florida and works as a writer and editor. He has written more than twenty-five non-fiction books for young people, including biographies and books on history and geography. His volumes in the Biography® series include Legends of Dracula, Jesse Owens, Queen Cleopatra, Jack London, and Edgar Allan Poe. Mr. Streissguth has also written several Visual Geography Series® titles including Argentina in Pictures, Costa Rica in Pictures, and Brazil in Pictures as well as scripts for television.