The History Detective Investigates: Early Islamic Civilization

Author:   Claudia Martin
Publisher:   Hachette Children's Group
Volume:   117
ISBN:  

9780750294225


Pages:   32
Publication Date:   23 July 2015
Recommended Age:   From 9 to 11 years
Format:   Paperback
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How did Islam start? What weapons did Islamic warriors use? Where was the 'Round City'? Who invented the elephant clock? This book helps children at Key Stage 2 discover the answers to these and other fascinating questions. It also recommends sites on the Internet and sources in local libraries where they can find out more about early Islamic civilization. The detective shows readers how to create their own project reimagining a stroll through Baghdad, interview their favourite scientist or inventor from the Islamic world and spot the key features of mosques. Packed with fascinating information, The History Detective Investigates series inspires children's curiosity to find out more about the past.

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Author:   Claudia Martin
Publisher:   Hachette Children's Group
Imprint:   Wayland
Volume:   117
Dimensions:   Width: 21.80cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 26.60cm
Weight:   0.160kg
ISBN:  

9780750294225


ISBN 10:   0750294221
Pages:   32
Publication Date:   23 July 2015
Recommended Age:   From 9 to 11 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  Children / Juvenile ,  Children's (6-12)
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

1: How did Islam start? 2: How big was the Islamic Empire? 3: What weapons did Islamic warriors use? 4: Was everyone in the empire a Muslim? 5: Where was the 'round city'? 6: What could you buy in Baghdad's markets? 7: Which Spanish city had thousands of mosques? 8: Was education important? 9: Who looked after the poor and sick? 10: What did Islamic astrologers discover? 11: Who invented the elephant clock? 12: Where did Islamic explorers travel? 13: Your project 14: Glossary 15: Answers 16: Further Information 17: Index

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Claudia Martin has worked in book publishing for 17 years. She is the author of several books and websites for children and young people. Her favourite subjects are history, current affairs and technology..

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