Scandiffio, Laura
Summary: "Archaeological finds add to our understanding of the world. This book showcases six discoveries made that changed the way we view history through recent advances in science. Discoveries include new clues about life in the Stone Age gleaned from Ötzi the Ice Man, the extent of the lost city of Angkor through the use of drones, and King Richard III's villainous reputation deduced from the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Annick Press 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930.1 SCAHarts, Marie
Summary: "After digging underground for a while, archaeologists might discover ancient artifacts from people and civilizations that lived many centuries ago! Artifacts are objects made by humans, and natural objects can be artifacts if humans have changed them. Archaeologists study artifacts to learn about how ancient people lived, and readers now learn about how ancient people lived from studying...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Britannica Educational Publishing 2025
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930.1 HARCottman, Michael H.
Summary: A pile of lime-encrusted shackles discovered on the seafloor in the remains of a ship called the Henrietta Marie, lands Michael Cottman, a Washington, D.C.-based journalist and avid scuba diver, in the middle of an amazing journey that stretches across three continents, from foundries and tombs in England, to slave ports on the shores of West Africa, to present-day Caribbean plantations. This...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 382.4409 COTHanson, Anders
Summary: Learn about the tools used by archaeologists.
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Publisher / Publication Date: ABDO Pub. Co. 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930.1 HANMilosavljevich, Stefan
Summary: "What links shipwrecks, Egyptian treasure, and fossilized Viking poop? They're all things that have been discovered by archaeologists! Pick up your shovel and Indiana Jones hat and dig into the world of archaeology in this nonfiction kids' book by YouTuber Stefan Milosavljevich. Alongside beautiful illustrations by Sam Caldwell you'll find incredible tales from history, including: The ancient...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Neon Squid 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930.102 MILCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930.102 MILGillespie, Lisa Jane.
Summary: A simple introduction to archaeology that discusses how archaeologists find artifacts and what they can learn from them.
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Publisher / Publication Date: EDC Publishing 2010
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Around Usb GillespieLondon, Martha
Summary: "Ancient humans have left their marks of civilization around the world. There are many incredible ruins to see, from massive cliffside dwellings to temples and tombs. Archaeological Site Bucket List examines some of the amazing remains of ancient civilizations" --
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Publisher / Publication Date: Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 910.2 LONWolny, Philip.
Summary: For millennia, tales of lost civilizations have captivated humanity, and foremost among them is the legend of Atlantis. In this guide to Atlantis and other lost lands, readers will learn to sort through fact and fiction, learning about the historical origins of lost-city legends, the lessons they teach us, archaeological digs for the truth, and--perhaps closest to home--their place in popular...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Britannical Educational Publishing 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 001.9 WOLRubalcaba, Jill
Summary: "Have you ever wondered about the real location of the Garden of Eden? Or how Moses could have parted the Red Sea? Well, archaeologists have wondered, too, and they have some ideas. Journey to the ancient world through lovely retellings of popular bible stories paired with classical art. Explore fascinating archaeological discoveries that illuminate how or where these stories might have...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 220.95 RUBKim, Yu-ri
Summary: Describes fossils, how they were made, and what qualifies as a fossil.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Big & Small 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 560 KIMMcIntosh, Jane.
Summary: "Discover the extraordinary world of archeology--and the fascinating techniques used to piece together civilizations of the past"--from cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Alfred A. Knopf 1994
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930.1 MCIRomero, Libby
Summary: Decribes the role of the archaeologist, including what they do, what tools they use in the field, and the future of the profession.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2019
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1 available in Beginning Readers - Transitional Reader (Blue), Call number: JBR BLUE ROMThomas, William
Summary: Looks at the work of archaeologists, including their working conditions and how they date and catalog artifacts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Pub. 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930 THOWoolf, Alex
Summary: "How have technology and science helped historians and archaeologists through the years? How does today's technology help us understand the past? What role does technology hold for the future of history studies? From the invention of metal detectors through to today's computer modeling of long-dead people, our knowledge of the past has always been improving thanks to technology. This book looks...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Heinemann Raintree 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930.1 WOOSandler, Martin W.
Summary: Combining new research, archival material, and vivid storytelling, Martin W. Sandler dives deep into the world of marine archaeology and shows young readers what each discovery reveals about the world before our time.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Audiobooks, Call number: J CD 910.4 SANSmith, Nicole F.
Summary: "The nonfiction book introduces middle grade readers to marine archaeology. Illustrated with photographs throughout, young people will discover how understanding our ancient ancestors' relationship with ocean can help the planet today and in the future."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Book Publishers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930.1028 SMICerullo, Mary M.
Summary: For those who know how to interpret its secrets, a sunken ship has many tales to tell. The stories of the lives of those aboard a ship's last voyage are revealed in the objects scattered about the shipwreck. Then there are the stories of the many ocean creatures that found a home inside the broken hull. Find out what underwater explorers descovered in these sunken cities beneath the sea.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dutton Children's Books 2009
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J930.1028 CERDuke, Kate.
Summary: Describes how scientists can learn about the past and how ancient peoples lived by excavating rocks and other clues.
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Publisher / Publication Date: HarperCollins Publishers 1997
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1 available in Beginning Readers - Transitional Reader (Blue), Call number: JBR BLUE LETSandler, Martin W.
Summary: "Shipwrecked! is an adventure-filled nonfiction book for young readers about the most captivating shipwrecks from history. Combining new research, stunning archival material, and vivid storytelling, Shipwrecked! dives deep into the world of marine archaeology and shows young readers what each discovery reveals about the world before our time"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Astra Young Readers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 910.4 SANCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J910.4 SANWheatley, Abigail.
Summary: Introduces the study of human material remains from the past; describes the materials archaeologists examine and the techniques they use; illustrates important finds by continent; and includes a timeline and glossary.
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Publisher / Publication Date: EDC Pub.] 2005
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930.1 WHEMarkovics, Joyce L.
Summary: "Ice mummies hold fascinating secrets. They teach us hidden facts about the past. This narrative nonfiction book examines ice mummies from all over the world. Look inside to uncover these ancient treasures!"
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Science MarkovicsMarkovics, Joyce L.
Summary: "Animal mummies hold fascinating secrets. They teach us hidden facts about the past. This narrative nonfiction book examines animal mummies from all over the world and different types of mummification. Look inside to unwrap these ancient treasures. Each book includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and mummy map"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Science MarkovicsDuke, Kate.
Summary: Introduces young children to the basic concepts of archaeology, showing how even the smallest bits of stone can be clues to how ancient peoples lived.
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Publisher / Publication Date: HarperCollins Publishers 1997
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930 DUKMedina, Nico
Summary: Introduces the period approximately 20,000 years ago when global temperatures were much colder and ice covered much of the planet, and describes how animals living during that time adapted to the environment.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House 2017