About the Author
Bahram Ghadiri Khamjani
With over two decades of academic and professional experience in the preservation and study of historical architecture and archaeological sites, Bahram Ghadiri Khamjani brings a unique perspective to children’s storytelling. This series is the result of years of research, fieldwork, and a deep commitment to making early human history accessible to younger generations.
A Note to Parents, Educators, and Librarians
Dear Parents, Teachers, and Library Leaders,
Children are naturally curious. They ask questions about the world, about history, and about where we all come from. One of the greatest gifts we can give young readers is the opportunity to explore the past in a way that sparks imagination, builds knowledge, and inspires lifelong learning.
The stories in this series were created with a simple mission: to introduce children to the ancient history and civilizations of Iran and the wider world through adventure, storytelling, and discovery.
Through the characters of Aryan, Ariana, their archaeologist grandfather, and the wise Homa, children travel through time to real historical places such as Shahdad, Jiroft, Tepe Yahya, and other remarkable archaeological sites. Each story is inspired by genuine archaeological discoveries and introduces young readers to early technologies, ancient cultures, and the achievements of some of the world’s earliest civilizations.
Our goal is not only to entertain children, but also to help them:
- Develop curiosity about history and science
- Learn how archaeologists discover the past
- Appreciate the richness of ancient cultures
- Understand that knowledge and creativity connect people across time and geography
We believe that stories are powerful educational tools. When children follow an exciting adventure, they are not just reading—they are learning, imagining, and asking new questions about the world.
These books are designed to be enjoyed at home by families reading together, in classrooms as part of cultural and historical learning, and in libraries as resources that inspire young explorers.
We hope this series encourages children to become curious learners, respectful global citizens, and future discoverers of knowledge.
Bahram Ghadiri Khamjani
Author and Creator
Our Philosophy
“History is not just a record of the past—it is the memory of humanity. When children understand where we come from, they gain a deeper sense of identity, belonging, and perspective.”
Our Mission
Our mission is to introduce children to the earliest chapters of human civilization through engaging, scientifically grounded storytelling.
Bridge the Gap
Between archaeology and education
Inspire Curiosity
About the human past
Present Cultural History
In an accessible and meaningful way
Explore the Real Places
The adventures in these books are inspired by real archaeological sites.
Ganj Dareh
One of the world's earliest known villages, dating back over 10,000 years
Shahr-e Sukhteh (The Burnt City)
Home to the world's first known animation, created 5,000 years ago
Shahdad
An ancient Bronze Age city in the heart of the Lut Desert
Jiroft
Site of one of the earliest known civilizations and remarkable carved artifacts
Tepe Yahya
A key site in understanding early trade and writing systems of the ancient world
Real Artifacts. Real History. Real Wonder.
“Every adventure in these books is inspired by objects that real people made, used, and left behind thousands of years ago.”
Decorated Ceremonial Plate
Jiroft Culture, southeastern Iran (~2000–3000 BCE)
An intricately decorated ceramic plate featuring concentric bands of animals, human figures, and geometric patterns—evidence of sophisticated artistic culture thousands of years before written history.
Ancient Figurine
Iranian Plateau, Neolithic Period
A ceramic human figurine representing the artistic and spiritual expression of some of the world’s earliest settled communities.
“These are not just objects—they are messages from our ancestors, waiting to be understood.”