Ancient Asian History for Kids: A Captivating Guide to Ancient China and Japan (Making the Past Come Alive)

Two captivating manuscripts in one book:Ancient China for Kids: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Chinese History, from the Shang Dynasty to the Fall of the Han DynastyAncient Japan for Kids: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Japanese History from Prehistory to the Heian PeriodHeroes, evil emperors, legends of men who fought against nine-headed snakes, and sorcerers that could tell the future, and a wall so huge it can be seen from space ... who knew there was so much to discover about China’s vast and intriguing history! Join us as we travel back in time and dive into the world of sacred gods, life-changing inventions, and stories of yore...Some of the topics covered in part one of this book include:Yu, the Great – a builder and innovator and leader of the first DynastyHow a yellow dragon and black turtle saved the dayTang – breakfast drink or first emperor of the Shang Dynasty?Riddles, riddles, and more riddles!Smelting and the birth of the Bronze Age – along a riverbank!Beer for breakfast?Oracle bones and turtle shells equals… writing?Using shells for moneyWars, wars, and more wars!Building a wall that can be seen from space!And then came the Empress…Han Dynasty’s many secretsInventions, Arts, and Trade in early China – they invented WHAT?Chinese Zodiac calendar – which animal are you?Crazy burial traditions – and so much more…Have you ever wondered what Japan was like long ago? The Japanese people have had a long and interesting history, filled with warrior queens, emperors, and discoveries that have changed the world. Both parents and children will enjoy learning about Ancient Japan in this fun, up-to-date history of the Japanese people. To hear more, keep reading...Some of the topics covered in part two of this book include:How people roamed these islands over 500,000 years ago!How pottery started the Jōmon periodHow a train ride in 1877 led to an important discoveryHow rice was introduced to Japan100 Clans in 100 CEThe Yayoi people and what they meant to today’s JapanThe Old Tomb period: Kofun (yes, like “coffin”!)How the Yamato Clan united all the clansWhy the Japanese adopted Chinese writing stylesBuddhism arrives!Empress Genmei builds a cityThe Pillow Book – it’s not for sleeping!Some famous charactersCulture and Society in Japan – surprising and inspiring!Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to learn more about ancient Asian history! Read more