Magical History Tour Vol. 1

Magical History Tour Vol. 1
Author: Fabrice Erre
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2021-01-26
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545808082

New multi-volume series both fun and educational, in slim pocket sized hardcovers! Current day kids Annie and Nico travel back to—ancient Egypt. That's about 4,500 years ago, when the world's largest pyramid was built, The Great Pyramid of Giza. It's also called the Pyramid of Cheops because it was built for the Pharaoh Cheops, who wanted to be buried in it when he died. That's right—pyramids are giant tombs! It was the first of seven buildings known as The Seven Ancient Wonders of the World—and it's the only one still standing! But it still has plenty of secrets waiting to be uncovered …

Magical History Tour Vol. 10

Magical History Tour Vol. 10
Author: Fabrice Erre
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2022-08-30
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545810664

Buckle in and join modern day kids Annie and Nico as they witness another historic feat: Man first setting foot on the moon on July 21, 1969. Get to know the astronauts behind the landing, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, as well as the 12 who followed, as they took one small step for man and one giant leap for mankind. Also discover the origins of the space race and the efforts NASA as well as the USSR space programs took to launch human beings into uncharted territory: outer space! Annie and Nico will (moon) walk your through everything in a clear and easy to understand way in this pocket-sized book, perfect for classrooms and libraries!

Magical History Tour Vol. 6

Magical History Tour Vol. 6
Author: Fabrice Erre
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2021-11-09
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545809291

Modern day kids Annie and Nico go on a magical history tour back to meet one of the greatest minds of the 20th century, Albert Einstein. An important and influential physicist, Einstein revolutionized the way we view the universe. At the height of his scientific career, he was also a committed global citizen, defending human rights while fighting his own personal battles during World War II. Experience the ins and outs of this glorious mind with Annie and Nico as the helpful guides in this pocket-sized book.

Magical History Tour Vol. 2

Magical History Tour Vol. 2
Author: Fabrice Erre
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2021-01-26
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545808112

New multi-volume series both fun and educational, in slim pocket sized hardcovers! Current day kids Annie and Nico travel back to—ancient China to witness the construction of one of the most impressive architectural feats: The Great Wall of China. A system of walls and borders built to bolster the Silk Road and keep out intruders. Discover all the ins and outs of this gargantuan structure (in fact: it’s comprised of 16 walls) with Nico and Annie as your friendly time-traveling tour guides. Who knows, their fun fact finding journey might lead them to outer space where they can still see The Great Wall if they’re lucky!

Magical History Tour Vol. 3

Magical History Tour Vol. 3
Author: Fabrice Erre
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2021-05-25
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 154580821X

Join Annie and Nico as they travel through time and discover the history and importance of “black gold,” the non-renewable natural resource known as oil. Witness the rise of oil throughout history from its unique uses in ancient times to the hunt to dig up more oil as it was discovered underground in 1859. All packaged in a pocket hardcover with easily accessible facts, figures, and trivia retelling the magical history of oil from a kids perspective.

Magical History Tour Vol. 4

Magical History Tour Vol. 4
Author: Fabrice Erre
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2021-08-10
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545808244

Modern day kids Annie and Nico go on a magical history tour back to the Middle Ages to find out what started the Crusades—and why there were so many of them. They travel to Jerusalem (where it all started) and they meet kings and popes and emperors and sultans... including Richard the Lionheart and his famous adversary Saladin. Along the way, Nico discovers that the Crusades weren't just about religion and the Holy Wars weren't just between Christians and Muslims. Experience the ins and outs of this confusing time with Annie and Nico as the helpful guides in this pocket-sized book.

A Historical Tour of Walt Disney World

A Historical Tour of Walt Disney World
Author: Andrew Kiste
Publisher:
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2016
Genre: Amusement parks
ISBN: 9781435165502

"In A Historical Tour of Walt Disney World, Andrew Kiste not only pulls back the pixie dust curtain on some of the most iconic rides in the Magic Kingdom, but also pulls back the next curtain, revealing the historical and cultural influences that inspired Walt Disney and his Imagineers. Did you ever wonder why Walt wanted a Jungle Cruise? Or how closely his pirates were based on real pirates? Or why the original conception for Tomorrowland didn't work out? Or how the Crystal Palace is really the work of a forgotten Victorian architect? Learn the history BEHIND the history of such popular Magic Kingdom locations and attractions as: Main Street, U.S.A. -- Jungle Cruise -- Pirates of the Caribbean -- Crystal Palace -- Tomorrowland. Find out where the Imagineers got THEIR ideas!" -- Amazon.com

Pleating for Mercy

Pleating for Mercy
Author: Melissa Bourbon
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2011-08-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1101517395

When her great-grandmother passes away, Harlow Jane Cassidy leaves her job as a Manhattan fashion designer and moves back to Bliss, Texas. But when she opens a dressmaking boutique in the turn-of-the-century farmhouse she inherited, Harlow senses an inexplicable "presence". Her old friend Josie orders a gown for her upcoming wedding, but when Josie's boss turns up dead, Harlow has to find the killer-with a little help from beyond.

Magical History Tour Vol. 11

Magical History Tour Vol. 11
Author: Fabrice Erre
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2024-06-11
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 154581161X

Modern-day kids Annie and Nico go on a magical history tour to understand one of society’s lowest points… Slavery. The right of ownership over individuals found in all major societies, exploiting masses of people and contributing to the wealth and power of privileged civilizations. From the oriental slave trade to transatlantic slave trade that pillaged Africa of its peoples and riches, Annie and Nico explain this tragic phenomenon with compassion, clarity, and the keys to how we can reconcile with history’s tragic past in this important pocket-sized book, perfect for classrooms and libraries.

Magical History Tour Vol. 15

Magical History Tour Vol. 15
Author: Fabrice Erre
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 49
Release: 2024-06-04
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1545814392

Join modern-day siblings Annie and Nico as they learn about dinosaurs, extinction, and the people who discovered the dino bones. Featuring jokes, brief historical bios, a timeline of events, and more in this educational and entertaining middle grade graphic novel – perfect for reluctant readers!