APA Citation:
Biskup, A. (2010). Uncovering mummies: An Isabel Soto archaeology adventure. Mankato, MN: Capstone Press.
Summary: This book is an explosion of adventure, history, mystery, time travel and more. Dr. Soto has the ability to travel where ever she wants with the use of a time-travel portal. She is on an adventure to rescue Dr. Powers, a fellow explorer that has been kidnapped and is being held for ransom. The interesting thing about this book is the side bar information boxes and the wealth of information about ancient mummies and how bodies were mummified. It also takes the reader to various locations throughout the world, such as the Jungle of Central America, Egypt, London, Peru, Italy, Denmark, and the United States. These various locations are presented in present time and in historical settings. The glossary at the end helps the reader better understand confusing words that are used in the mummification process.
Questions: Imagine you are a time traveler like Isabel. Map out the places you would travel and the things you would see when you were there.
Create a chart showing the different ways various cultures use for mummification.
If you like this book you may like to read: This book is actually part of a series of book called Graphic Expeditions. The titles include: Building the Great Wall of China, Exploring Titanic, Investigating Machu Picchu, Rescue in Antarctica, and Tracking Bigfoot.
Website: I was unable to find an actual author website for Agnieszka Biskup. There were websites that mentioned her books, but none that were focused on her as an author.
This looks like a great graphic novel! I like that the main character is a female, and that the kids can learn about new places as well as about the mysterious process of mummification-without really knowing they are learning! These books would be a great addition to any library, and they would easily connect with any social studies world cultures/geography curriculum. Another bonus is that the book is part of a series-it seems that kids get "hooked" on a series and will devour each title. Neat choice-I will be adding it to my summer reading list.
ReplyDeleteThis comment has been removed by the author.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a fun and creatively educational read. What a wonderful way to weave historical information, fiction, and graphic novels together. 6th graders in my school study ancient Africa, so this text would be a great enrichment to their curriculum. I teach ancient China, so I'm especially eager to read and share with my students the text about building the Great Wall. Thanks for sharing such a good find.
ReplyDeleteI think this book sounds great. I can imagine the type of student in my class that would read this book. I love the idea of time travel and my 6th graders really seem to as well. I also liked your questions. The idea of the students putting themselves in her place could lead to some very creative discussions.
ReplyDelete