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by Dan Bova (Author), Russell Shaw (Illustrator)
Embark on an exciting adventure through world history in 1,001 fun facts for every day of the year--the perfect gift for history buffs ages 8-12!
Discover extraordinary events, notable people, and incredible inventions from early civilization up to the 21st century! The past comes alive in this beautifully illustrated book of history trivia--the History Channel's first history book for kids! Curious young minds will discover 224 pages of interesting facts for every day of the year, ranging from early civilization to the 21st century. Each day's entry includes multiple events that occurred on that day in history along with charming original illustrations and photography. Plus, readers are prompted to recall their own remarkable milestones, helping them to consider their place in history. Inside, kids will discover:- Historic events that happened on their birthday
- Major moments in sports
- Groundbreaking events and famous military battles
- Fearless explorers, inventors and freedom fighters
- Record-breaking stunts
- Weird and wacky holidays
- Incredible dinosaur discoveries, and much more!
Perfect for nightly reading with a child--open to that day's entry and learn together about the moments that shaped history while creating your own special tradition. A great gift for history buffs ages 8 to 12 and an engaging resource for the classroom, this book offers a fresh twist on world history, looking into the past and letting you recall your own.
Author Biography
The HISTORY(TM) Channel, a division of A&E Networks, is the premier multiplatform destination for historical storytelling.
Dan Bova is the author of Road & Track Crew Big & Fast Cars, Popular Mechanics The Big Little Book of Awesome Stuff, History Channel's This Day in History for Kids and Wendell the Werewolf. He has worked at Jimmy Kimmel Live and Spy magazine, and interviews inventors and innovators for Entrepreneur.com. He lives in New York with his wife, two sons, and a completely bonkers dog named Clark. Russell Shaw is an independent illustrator and designer. He illustrated and designed the 2015 New York Times Best-Selling children's book, "Kid President's Guide to Being Awesome." In 2017, he received the Best in Class designation from PRINT Magazine for Typography and Lettering.
Number of Pages: 224
Dimensions: 0.87 x 9.06 x 7.09 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: March 05, 2024
