Science of Machu Picchu

by Golriz Golkar

Overview

Have you ever heard of Machu Picchu? It’s an ancient citadel high in the mountains of Peru. Science played a big role in the building of Machu Picchu and the daily life of the Inca people who lived there. Find out the science behind Machu Picchu. Discover how modern technology is being used to uncover more mysteries of this ancient place.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781666334906
Publisher:	Capstone Press
Publication date:	08/01/2022
Series:	The Science of History
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	790L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

About the Author

Golriz Golkar is the author of more than 40 nonfiction books for children. Inspired by her work as an elementary school teacher, she loves to write the kinds of books that students are excited to read. Golriz holds a B.A. in American literature and culture from UCLA and an Ed.M. in language and literacy from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She loves to travel and study languages. Golriz lives in France with her husband and young daughter, Ariane. She thinks children are the very best teachers, and she loves learning from her daughter every day.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 A Hidden Citadel 4

Chapter 2 Building Machu Picchu 10

Chapter 3 Life at the Citadel 18

Chapter 4 End of the Inca Empire 34

Chapter 5 Preserving Machu Picchu 38

Glossary 46

Read More 47

Internet Sites 47

Index 48

About the Author 48

Interviews

This series introduces a unique approach that combines familiar history topics with scientific content;

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2022

Gr 4–6—Each title explores a wide range of scientific principles that apply to these historic locations and events. The incredible stonemasonry of Machu Picchu, the speed and flexibility of Viking longships, and the use of celestial navigation on the Underground Railroad are all explored. Cotton gins, telegraphs, and aqueducts played a part in historical events, while DNA analysis, satellite imagery, and submersibles are used to uncover new details. Maps, diagrams, photos, and other images help to bring it all to life for readers. Additional supports include sidebars, captions, a glossary, and suggested books and websites for further reading. VERDICT An excellent way to interest history-lovers in science, or vice versa, and to expand existing collections.

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