Inside Out Egyptian Mummy: Unwrap an Egyptian Mummy Layer by Layer! (Board Book) (ISBN-13: 9798317903008)

Calling all explorers and archaeologists! Peel away the layers of Inside Out: Egyptian Mummy for an interactive Ancient Egyptian adventure.

Though the ancient civilization of Egypt may be long gone, its dead still have secrets to tell. From the myth of Isis and Osiris, to King Tut's tomb, to the intricacies of preparing the body for its underworld journey, Inside Out: Egyptian Mummy takes you step by step into a tomb. As you make your way through, get a fascinating glimpse into how an ancient culture saw death and the afterlife beyond.

Alongside fascinating facts and stunning illustrations and photographs, an interactive 3D model uncovers the many rites of the Egyptian tomb. After learning about the rich civilization of Ancient Egypt, open the coffin to reveal:

• The inner coffin, and the culture and mythology behind mummification
• The iconic golden burial mask, how it was constructed, and how a person's two souls (ka and ba) were meant to join the mummy to create a soul that would live forever (akh)
• The symbolic amulets placed with the mummy to ensure a safe underworld passage
• The elaborate process of wrapping a mummy, which could take 15 days
• The painstaking method of mummification, from removing the organs and drying out the corpse to beautification with false eyes, a wig, makeup, clothing, and jewelry
• And so much more!

When it comes to hieroglyphics, hidden burial grounds, and missing treasure, there's always more to uncover, so get your start now--who knows where your journeys will take you!

Author: Lorraine Jean Hopping
ISBN-13: 9798317903008
Publisher: Chartwell Books
Language: English
Published: 08/25/2026
Pages: 16
Format: Board Book
Size: 10.80h x 8.50w x 0.41d