British Museum: So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Egypt

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British Museum: So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Egypt by Chae Strathie is a fun and informative look at what life was like for children in ancient Egypt. The book combines fascinating facts with humorous illustrations, exploring the everyday experiences of young Egyptians, from their education and games to their role in society. It's a delightful way for children to learn about history and see how life in the past compares to today.
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British Museum: So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Egypt

A hilarious and fascinating look at what life was like for a child in ancient Egypt

A hilarious and fascinating look at what life was like for a child in ancient Egypt

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A kid's life in ancient Egypt might sound like fun with all the cool pyramids and glorious sunny weather, but actually it was rather tough!

In this hilarious book, written by award-winning author Chae Strathie, children will learn exactly how difficult life really was, from dodging Deathstalker scorpions and cleaning up cow dung, to fetching water from the well and being slammed in the stocks for being naughty at school!

Probably the first book about ancient Egypt that involves bubble wrap and skateboards!

British Museum: So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Egypt offers a unique and humorous look into the daily challenges faced by children in ancient times. Perfect for young readers with an interest in history and adventure.

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British Museum: So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Egypt by Chae Strathie is praised for its engaging and humorous approach to educating children about ancient Egyptian life. Reviewers commend the book for its vibrant illustrations and entertaining way of making history accessible and enjoyable for young readers. It's seen as both an educational resource and a fun read, sparking interest in historical topics through its playful narrative style.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788004497

Publisher: Nosy Crow Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 April 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Nosy Crow Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Marisa Morea
  • Illustrated by Marisa Morea

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 217.0mm

Height: 290.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 64

About the Author

Chae Strathie is an award-winning children's author and journalist who grew up in a tiny village surrounded by a forest in Scotland, which probably explains a lot. His first attempt at professional writing was creating a Star Wars comic at the age of seven. He sold two copies and made a total of four pence. A regular at major book festivals, Chae has toured the length and breadth of the UK and visited schools as far afield as Romania, reading his stories, acting the goat and singing silly songs about worm ice cream and beard-growing. He lives in Dundee with his wife, three annoying cats and a very old goldfish called Lazarus.

Marisa Morea is a freelance illustrator based in Madrid, Spain. She lived in Barcelona for a couple of years and she graduated in a MA Illustration at Eina School in Barcelona in 2009. After a few years working as an Art Director in several advertising agencies, Marisa decided to quit and try as a full-time illustrator. So far, she's worked with many international clients from the United States, Australia, UK, France and Singapore.
In her spare time, Marisa is an Asthanga yogi and a classic cinema lover. She also goes crazy for music and enjoys creating covers of her favourite songs on the guitar.

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