Bog Mummies
Preserved in Peat
by Charlotte Wilcox
Capstone High-Interest Books; Mummies
Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Discover the fascinating world of bog mummies, preserved ancient bodies found in wet, peaty bogs. Explore how these mysterious figures were formed, where they have been uncovered, and what scientists learn from studying them to unlock secrets of long-ago lives. Journey through history with intriguing stories about some of the most famous bog mummies ever found.
Representation & Themes
Science & NatureHistoricalAdventure
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — Gentle Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 0736813063
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Capstone
- Published
- July 2002
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 2,055
Genres
Juvenile Nonfiction
Subjects
Lindow ManJuvenile NonfictionEnglandChildren's Books/Ages 4-8 NonfictionChildren: Grades 4-6Social Science - ArchaeologyJuvenile literatureHistory - AncientBog bodiesHuman remains (Archaeology)Lindow Man-Juvenile literatureAntiquitiesHuman remains (archaeology)ArchaeologyEngland, antiquitiesGreat britain, antiquities