Discover the Terracotta Army, the Silk Road and the great inventions of China - from paper and porcelain to fireworks and acupuncture. Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling reading series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practiced throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Ancient China is a Level 4 Read it yourself book, ideal for children who are ready to read about subjects in some detail with a much wider vocabulary. Lots of information, detailed illustrations and analysis of the subject, that appeals to children who are ready to read independently. Includes contents, index and a picture glossary.