Ancient China

Name: Ancient China
ISBN: 9780756613914

by Arthur Cotterell

For children eager to explore the wonders of a rich historical civilization, this book offers a fascinating journey into the culture and innovations of Ancient China.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is assigned a school project on Ancient China, or simply expresses a budding curiosity about history, dynasties, and inventions from long ago. This visually rich DK Eyewitness book provides a comprehensive and engaging overview of one of the world's most influential civilizations. It covers everything from the great dynasties and the First Emperor to the creation of the Great Wall and world-changing inventions like paper, printing, and gunpowder. By focusing on artifacts, maps, and detailed illustrations, it sparks a genuine sense of wonder about the past. It's an excellent choice for visual learners and any child aged 9-14 who finds traditional history texts dense or uninspiring, breaking a huge topic into exciting, digestible pieces.

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What Parents Should Know

ViolenceMild

Mentions of historical battles, warfare, and weapons in a factual, non-graphic context.

Scary ScenesMild

Brief mentions of harsh punishments or rulers' cruelty, presented historically.

Sensitive Topics

Warfare and violence are discussed in a historical context, mentioning battles, dynasties rising and falling, and the construction of defensive structures like the Great Wall. The approach is factual and not graphic. Death is also a recurring theme, presented through cultural practices like ancestor worship and the construction of elaborate tombs, most notably the First Emperor's tomb with its terracotta army. All sensitive topics are handled from a secular, historical perspective.