Book Series · 2 Books

You Wouldn't Want to Be Books

In order from You Wouldn't Want to Sail With Christopher Columbus! to You Wouldn't Want to Be a Crusader!.

The You Wouldn't Want to Be series is a set of 2 chapter books by Fiona MacDonald, published between 2004 and 2005. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 40 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$958

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2004

You Wouldn't Want to Sail With Christopher Columbus!

By David Antram (Illustrator)

A poor boy's sea adventure with Columbus reveals history's dark side.

40 pages· 3,060 words· Est. 26 min read

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Summary: Step into the shoes of a young boy in Spain, yearning for adventure on the high seas. When he boards a ship led by Christopher Columbus, he embarks on a journey filled with peril and discovery. This interactive tale invites readers to navigate the treacherous waters of history, where humor and hardship collide. Will he survive the rough ride and uncover the secrets of the New World? Dive into a story where you become the hero, facing the challenges of exploration and the unknown.

The complete set

You Wouldn't Want to Be Series

2 books · Published 2004–2005

Series

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$958

You Wouldn't Want to Sail With Christopher Columbus!

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2004

A poor boy's sea adventure with Columbus reveals history's dark side.

Series

Sale price

$995

You Wouldn't Want to Be a Crusader!

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2005

Can you survive the perilous journey as a Crusader defending the Holy Land?

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How many books are in the You Wouldn't Want to Be series?

There are 2 books in the You Wouldn't Want to Be series. It began with You Wouldn't Want to Sail With Christopher Columbus! in 2004, and the newest book, You Wouldn't Want to Be a Crusader!, was published in 2005.