Stories to Solve: A Chapter Book of Intriguing Mysteries and Brain-Teasing Puzzles from World Folklore for Children (Ages 6-10) - Couverture souple

Shannon, George

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0380732602 ISBN 13 : 9780380732609

Editeur : Greenwillow Books, 2000

Synopsis

Fourteen mind-bending mysteries from the world of folklore—solving them will require smart and savvy readers! A great
choice for emerging readers who are ready for chapter books and like puzzles, brain-twisters, and more. 

How can a thirsty crow drink from an almost-empty pitcher? How does arresting a stone help a judge find a boy's stolen money? This artfully illustrated book presents fourteen intriguing mysteries from world folklore. Each brain-teasing tale is followed by a simple explanation of the solution, while notes at the back of the book describe the origins of these classic mysteries.

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

George Shannon is a popular storyteller and former children's librarian whose many notable picture books include Tomorrow's Alphabet, Lizard's Guest, and White Is for Blueberry. Tippy-Toe Chick, Go!, illustrated by Laura Dronzek, was named a Charlotte Zolotow Award Honor Book. George Shannon lives on Bainbridge Island, Washington.

Peter Sís is an internationally acclaimed author, artist, and filmmaker. Among his works are three Caldecott Honor books: The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain; Tibet: Through the Red Box; and Starry Messenger: Galileo Galilei. He has illustrated five other novels by Sid Fleischman, including the Newbery Medal book The Whipping Boy. He lives with his family in New York State.

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How can a thirsty crow drink from an almost-empty pitcher? How does arresting a stone help a judge find a boy's stolen money? This artfully illustrated book presents fourteen intriguing mysteries from world folklore. Each brain-teasing tale is followed by a simple explanation of the solution, while notes at the back of the book describe the origins of these classic mysteries.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Greenwillow Books
• Date d'édition: 2000
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0380732602
• ISBN 13: 9780380732609
• Reliure: Broché
• Illustrateur: Sis Peter
• Nombre de pages: 56
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: HarperCollins Publishers; enquiries@harpercollins.ie; ; Fullham Palace Road 77-85; London; W6 JB; Royaume-Uni