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Chichen Itza
From the Easter Island statues in the South Pacific to the sprawling Great Wall of China, human-made wonders of the world captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young explorers and budding engineers to eight amazing structures with this high-interest set. Vibrant photos and elementary-level text examine each wonder’s significance and history, location, how it was constructed and why. Each book also includes an in-depth look at one key feature.

Chichén Itzá is one of the world’s most amazing wonders. Built in the sixth century, the ancient Mexican city speaks to the advanced math and science skills of the Maya. This elementary-level introduction, filled with vibrant photos and factual text, examines structures within the city and how they were constructed, from the observatory to the pyramid-shaped El Castillo. The city’s significance in history and why it was built are also included. A Wonder Spotlight features the “shadow snakes” of Kukulcan’s temple. Captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index support young readers.
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Chichen Itza
From the Easter Island statues in the South Pacific to the sprawling Great Wall of China, human-made wonders of the world captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young explorers and budding engineers to eight amazing structures with this high-interest set. Vibrant photos and elementary-level text examine each wonder’s significance and history, location, how it was constructed and why. Each book also includes an in-depth look at one key feature.

Chichén Itzá is one of the world’s most amazing wonders. Built in the sixth century, the ancient Mexican city speaks to the advanced math and science skills of the Maya. This elementary-level introduction, filled with vibrant photos and factual text, examines structures within the city and how they were constructed, from the observatory to the pyramid-shaped El Castillo. The city’s significance in history and why it was built are also included. A Wonder Spotlight features the “shadow snakes” of Kukulcan’s temple. Captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index support young readers.
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Chichen Itza

Chichen Itza

by Lori Dittmer
Chichen Itza

Chichen Itza

by Lori Dittmer

Overview

From the Easter Island statues in the South Pacific to the sprawling Great Wall of China, human-made wonders of the world captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young explorers and budding engineers to eight amazing structures with this high-interest set. Vibrant photos and elementary-level text examine each wonder’s significance and history, location, how it was constructed and why. Each book also includes an in-depth look at one key feature.

Chichén Itzá is one of the world’s most amazing wonders. Built in the sixth century, the ancient Mexican city speaks to the advanced math and science skills of the Maya. This elementary-level introduction, filled with vibrant photos and factual text, examines structures within the city and how they were constructed, from the observatory to the pyramid-shaped El Castillo. The city’s significance in history and why it was built are also included. A Wonder Spotlight features the “shadow snakes” of Kukulcan’s temple. Captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index support young readers.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781682774069
Publisher: The Creative Company
Publication date: 08/13/2024
Pages: 24
Sales rank: 744,903
Product dimensions: 8.75(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.02(d)
Age Range: 6 - 9 Years
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