TY - BOOK TI - Pearson discover history: student book 1 SN - 9789696771999 U1 - TR 900 PY - 2024/// CY - Karachi PB - Kifayat publications KW - Ancient Egypt KW - Civilization KW - Early human society KW - Historical inquiry KW - Empire KW - Urbanisation N1 - While a full chapter‐by‐chapter listing is not publicly detailed, the book is structured in a typical way for lower secondary history: It begins with ancient civilisations (such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, the Indus) and then moves toward later developments. Each unit contains a narrative section (history content), followed by visual aids (maps, diagrams), and then “learning activities” or exercises for students to apply what they have learned; Primary audience: (approximately ages 11-12) in Pakistan, studying under the national curriculum using the Pearson Discover History series. Secondary audience: Teachers of history who need a structured, visually supported textbook aligned to the curriculum N2 - The book takes students through the formative stages of human society: how early civilisations emerged, how the agricultural revolution laid the foundations for urban life, how early states formed, the role of geography and environment in shaping human settlement, and how these early civilisations laid the groundwork for later historical developments. It uses age-appropriate language and pedagogy, integrating visuals and activities to aid comprehension. Abstract Pearson Discover History Student Book 1 aims to develop both content knowledge and historical thinking skills at the lower secondary level. It introduces students to key early historical concepts—civilisation, state, culture, economy, environment—and encourages them to ask questions such as Why did early civilisations develop where they did?, What factors shaped early human societies?, and How are these ancient legacies still visible today? Through its narrative, illustrations, and structured activities, the book supports learners in making connections across time and space. Abstract Pearson Discover History Student Book 1 aims to develop both content knowledge and historical thinking skills at the lower secondary level. It introduces students to key early historical concepts—civilisation, state, culture, economy, environment—and encourages them to ask questions such as Why did early civilisations develop where they did?, What factors shaped early human societies?, and How are these ancient legacies still visible today? Through its narrative, illustrations, and structured activities, the book supports learners in making connections across time and space ER -