Descriptions, Reviews, etc.
Description:
Twelve-year-old Kate's in a drone-flying competition, and The Magic History Book conjures up Amelia Earhart in order to give Kate confidence--but Amelia doesn't know much about modern aviation.
Brief description:
Stephanie Peters has been writing books for children for more than twenty-five years. Her most recent Capstone titles include Earth's Amazing Journeys: From Pebbles to Continents and The Trojan War: A Modern Graphic Myth from the Mythology Graphics series. An avid reader, workout enthusiast, and beach wanderer, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her family and their pets. She lives and works in Mansfield, Massachusetts.
Review Quotes: This series offers an engaging twist on historical learning, with legendary figures like Amelia Earhart, Shakespeare, Cleopatra, and Albert Einstein transported into the present to help kids solve modern-day problems. Each of the first four titles features a different child protagonist, blending history with relatable, real-life challenges. Presented in an early graphic novel style, the illustrations are often laid out in panels, with some extending beyond the frames for added visual interest. The text is a mix of narrative and speech bubbles, kept short and simple for introductory readers. The back matter includes facts about the historical figure featured in the story, along with a glossary, making it both educational and fun. These volumes not only introduce young readers to important historical figures but also show how the past can inspire solutions for today's challenges, all in a vibrant, comic-book format. VERDICT A worthwhile addition to comic book collections.-- "School Library Journal"
