Great Minds and Finds in Africa

Great Minds and Finds in Africa book cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS Where in the World Is Africa 4 Natural Wonders 6 Ancient Origins 8 Canals and Crops 10 Building Big 12 Writing and Math 14 Move It 16 Protecting Nature 18 Fun and Games 20 Staying Healthy 22 Working for Freedom 26 Incredible Africa 28 Glossary 30 Index 31 Text-Dependent Questions 31 Extension Activity 31 About the Author 32
Great Minds and Finds in Africa

Great Minds and Finds in Africa

What do writing, surgery, glaciers, and fossils have in common? They all have histories in Africa, one of Earth’s seven continents. In this exciting learning adventure, Great Minds and Finds in Africa, you'll discover these great inventions and more from ancient and modern Africa! The engaging Discoveries Around the World series invites young readers to learn about fascinating people, places, and inventions from each continent on Earth. Covering ancient history to the present day, each 32-page book features helpful maps and vivid photographs that bring each place to life. From art and science to history and technology, discover how each continent's great minds and finds have influenced our world. Each book also includes after-reading questions, glossary, index, and an extension activity.

About This Book

By: Mike Downs
Illustrated by:
Published by: Rourke Educational Media (Unlimited)
8-11Age Range
5.2 AR
30Pages
AfricaSubject
890LLexile
15-30 minsReading Time
TGuided Reading
TFountas & Pinnell
50DRA