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Think you know a lot about ancient civilizations? Prepare to learn even more about the people of the ancient world and the surprising details of their cities and daily lives. You’ll be surprised by how much you’ll discover in this totally terrific book of trivia about ancient civilizations.
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Lisa M. Bolt Simons
Lisa M. Bolt Simons has published more than 60 nonfiction children’s books, as well as four middle grade “choose your path” novels and an adult history book. She’s twice received an Honorable Mention for the McKnight Artist Fellowship for Writers in Children’s Literature. She’s also received two Minnesota State Arts Board grants and other accolades for her writing. Lisa is a proud mom to her science- and math-minded twin daughter and son. Originally from Colorado, Lisa lives in Minnesota with her husband, who also loves to read.
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