About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking 'how do we know that happened?' or shows a deep fascination with buried secrets and detective work. It is perfect for children who enjoy logic, puzzles, and understanding the 'why' behind historical discoveries. Rather than just listing dates, this guide focuses on the grit and high-tech tools used by modern archaeologists to solve ancient mysteries. Through 128 pages of engaging visuals and clear explanations, the book highlights the resilience required to dig for years and the pride of finally uncovering a lost story. It is an ideal bridge for children who love technology and science but haven't yet connected those interests to history. The content is perfectly calibrated for the 8 to 12 age range, offering enough detail to satisfy a precocious reader without becoming overwhelming or academic.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book discusses the discovery of human remains (mummies, bog bodies, and skeletons). The approach is strictly scientific and secular, focusing on what these remains teach us about health, diet, and burial customs. The tone is respectful rather than macabre.
