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The Story of Newgrange

By Ann Carroll

How can a 5,000-year-old monument bring sunlight into its secret chamber?

informative engaging mysterious

Genres

Non-fiction Fairy Tales

What is The Story of Newgrange about?

Discover the ancient wonders of Newgrange, a 5,000-year-old monument in Ireland's Boyne Valley. This book explores the mysteries of its construction, the meaning behind its stone carvings, and the significance of the 'lightbox' that illuminates the chamber during the Winter Solstice. Through myths and legends, uncover the stories of brave warriors and mighty gods associated with this remarkable site.

About the author

Ann Carroll is a well-known writer who creates exciting books for children. She is famous for her stories about Irish history and legends, helping young readers discover amazing people and events from the past. Ann loves to make history come alive with fun facts and interesting adventures in her books.

Pages

46 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2013

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