The Shang Dynasty was the earliest recorded dynasty in China. It was in power for less than 600 years, but they ruled during great advances in math, art, astronomy, and military technology. If life was so great during this time, why did the Shang Dynasty end? Invasion is one main reason that readers learn about in this compelling volume, full of information about the civilization the Shang Dynasty created and about ancient China. Historical images and a timeline aid in comprehension of the social studies content included throughout.

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The Shang was an advanced civilisation that flourished more than 3,500 years ago in China. They created beautiful objects in bronze, jade and ceramic. They studied the stars, created an accurate calendar and developed China's first writing system. Explore the amazing Shang dynasty, their gods, customs, art, science and music. Learn about their downfall and their lasting influence on China. Made for the KS2 History curriculum, these eight titles are packed with amazing historical facts and inspiring images. These handy guides explore the distant past, surviving historical evidence and the impact of our ancestors on our lives today.

So what is a dynasty? In ancient China, the Shang was its first dynasty. In this book, you will learn to locate the reign of the Shang in the world map. You will also gather information on its walled cities, ancestor worship, human sacrifice, rich tombs and hardworking peasants. This book is rich in cultural and historical information. Grab a copy today.

The Shang Dynasty marked the beginning of recorded history in China. This ancient civilization has been studied by historians and archaeologists around the world, and now readers can join their ranks in uncovering fascinating facts about this dynasty. The detailed main text, fact boxes, and sidebars focus on the most exciting and extraordinary aspects of the Shang Dynasty, providing a fresh take on a familiar part of social studies curricula. Readers also develop a strong sense of geography through the use of clear maps. Full-color photographs fill each page, giving readers an up-close look at life during the Shang Dynasty.

Introduces the ancient Shang Dynasty of China, describing their ruling dynasties, religion, wars, language, occupations, agriculture, social classes, and a typical day in the life of a Shang Dynasty girl.