History's Most Spectacular Heists

Uncover daring heists and unsolved mysteries that challenge young detectives.

64 pages· 940L

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Explore thrilling tales of audacious heists, from vanished jewels to stolen maple syrup. Young readers will delve into captivating stories of history's most notorious thefts, encountering pirates, art thieves, and more. Each narrative invites them to solve unsolved mysteries while learning about the heroes who thwarted these crimes. With engaging facts and vivid imagery, this adventure promises to ignite curiosity and sharpen detective skills. Can you piece together the clues and uncover the truth behind these legendary capers?

From the publisher

Dive into the world’s most unbelievable, high-stakes, fascinating heists, from art thefts to bank robberies to jewel burglaries–perfect for kids 8-12. A collection of jewels vanishes in the dead of night. Thieves lift a surprisingly valuable resource: maple syrup. Pirates pilfer a painting on the high seas. In this nonfiction adventure for kids, experience the intrigue of history’s most famous heists. With riveting narratives, bold design, and captivating photographs, HISTORY’S MOST SPECTACULAR HEISTS engages young readers with fascinating little-known history and challenges them to figure out unsolved mysteries. Along the way, brush up on history and geography, learn bonus facts about what was stolen, and get to know the heroes who saved the day.

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