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8.5 in x 8.5 in,
37 pages,
paperback,
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Deep in the desert an ancient pyramid has recently been discovered. World-famous adventurer, Professor Fannybottom, has been tasked by the Ancient Egyptian Museum in Cairo to explore the pyramid. As usual, he takes along his assistant, Jeeves. They are joined by the professor's niece, Bella, and nephew, James, who are always eager to help.
Exploring the pyramid proves to be a difficult task and the group will need to work together to discover the pyramid's secrets. Filled with colorful illustrations and memorable characters, Professor Fannybottom and the Ancient Pyramid is enjoyed by kids of all ages. 6/12/2017 - AVAILABLE NOW! Get your copy today! |
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Check out my video on how I drew and enhanced the art for the book. More videos coming soon.
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Here are some of the fun facts you'll find in the back of the book...
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Ancient Egyptians loved to make things with gold, and they thought it came from the sun.
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Pharaohs were like kings, but more powerful, and many were even women!
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Here are some examples of the teaching tools in the back of the book....
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MAP SKILLS
Hide a “treasure” in your house or school. Then draw your own map or write directions, and have your friends or family try to find the treasure. |
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BEING CREATIVE
Hieroglyphics use pictures to tell a story. Design your own wall using pictures to tell a story. |
COMING SOON!
National Geographic Kids has great resources. Click the link below for their pages on hieroglyphics:
www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/history/egypt/hieroglyphics-uncovered/
and Egypt as a whole:
kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/countries/egypt/#egypt-pyramids.jpg
www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/history/egypt/hieroglyphics-uncovered/
and Egypt as a whole:
kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/countries/egypt/#egypt-pyramids.jpg
Education.com has a great pyramid card game here: www.education.com/activity/article/secrets-of-the-great-pyramid/
Readworks.org has an article on the pyramids. It does require you to sign up, but it's a wonderful resource.
www.readworks.org/passages/ancient-egypt-pyramids
www.readworks.org/passages/ancient-egypt-pyramids
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David R. Martinez is an author/illustrator who loves telling stories. He has a bachelor of arts in Digital Media Design and has worked for clients both internationally and within the United States, producing adorable art for children’s books and websites. He has also formatted authors’ books for self-publishing. He is originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, but now resides in central Florida with his wife and two kids.
You can check out his portfolio at www.davidrmartinez.com Professor Fannybottom originated as a fun way to wake his daughter up in the mornings. He voiced the characters of the professor and Jeeves, while she giggled covered by her blanket, pretending to be a mummy. Years later, she has just graduated high school, and this book is his gift to her. |
Email: drmartinez0000@hotmail.com
Facebook: facebook.com/davidrmartinezillustration