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You’ve wondered over Stonehenge and the pyramids, but have you heard of Nan Madol, a city built of massive stone blocks 1000 years ago in the middle of the Pacific Ocean? This book presents the facts about the tragic event adapted to a middle-school reading level. A discussion of the region, theories of construction (including magic!), images and maps of the city, and more make this a great educational resource!
Creative writing and research projects help students take on the role of historian and present their own view of how medieval people build this amazing city in the middle of the ocean!
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Description
The massive ancient city of Nan Madol was built on a small isolated island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean almost 1,000 years ago!
How did ancient people move massive slabs of stone and dig canals on such an immense scale? What purpose could it have served?
Read about this ancient wonder and decide for yourself!
History’s Mysteries Graded Readers bring controversies in history alive. Students learn the facts, review interpretations, and do their own research.
Inside find:
- An informative article about Nan Madol, including the context, geography, and cultural significance
- Analysis of theories on construction
- Images and maps of the site and other visual resources
- Fun facts and connections
- Discussion and comprehension questions
- Research projects
- Writing prompts
Additional information
| Weight | 0.21 oz |
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| Dimensions | 10 × 7 × 0.06 in |
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| ISBN paperback | 978-1-956159-56-1 |
| Pages | 24 pages |
| Publication Date | 11-Sep-25 |
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| Paperback Size | 7 x 10 inches |
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