Journey into the past and explore the first great civilizations, discover how they arose and why they declined. Find about early settlements, farming, trade, crafts, customs and culture. This colorful volume shows exactly how people lived, how they fought and how they organized their societies. With over 200 illustrations and photographs, special features, maps and key date panels, the book is designed to be accessible on many levels for children aged 7-12. It is the perfect introduction to the ancient world for the enthusiastic young reader, and provides an excellent home-study volume for children working on projects or who just want to have fun learning.