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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

 
9780380732609: Stories to Solve: A Chapter Book of Intriguing Mysteries and Brain-Teasing Puzzles from World Folklore for Children (Ages 6-10)
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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.

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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.

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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
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