Synopses & Reviews
This highly popular and long-running series has been revamped for a new generation of readers, with a clean, crisp redesign and colourful covers. The series explores questions that young readers ask about the world around them in an unrivalled child-friendly style. The conversational format is perfect for delivering solid information in a natural, amusing and imaginative way. Why did some explorers wear dresses? What was it like on board the Niña, Pinta, and Santa María? Readers will be thrilled to discover the fantastic facts about all types of exploration and discoveries. From ocean voyages of ancient times to the space travel of the future, I Wonder Why Columbus Crossed the Ocean by Rosie Greenwood has the questions and answers that will leave readers yearning to uncover more.
Synopsis
Designed to amuse and intrigue young readers, I Wonder Why Columbus Crossed the Ocean and Other Questions About Explorers answers all sorts of questions that children ask about discovery and exploration, including those about the earliest explorers and traders and how they saw the world, the great age of discovery with its stories of famous explorers, fantastic cities, and new foods and products, and discoveries under the sea and out in space. The wealth of information in this book is backed up with stunning, high-quality artwork, facts, and lively cartoons to make the learning fun!
About the Author
Rosie Greenwood is an innovative author and editor with more than twenty years' work in illustrated children's books. She has written about topics as diverse as oceans, horses, pyramids, and stars.