The Discovery of Fireworks and Gunpowder
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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2018

The Discovery of Fireworks and Gunpowder

Written by Phil Amara and Oliver Chin · Illustrated by Juan Calle

Part of the The Asian Hall of Fame series

Travel back in time to uncover the explosive origins of fireworks and gunpowder.

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40 pages· 760L
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Bookroo's summary

Join Emma, Ethan, and their red panda guide, Dao, on a thrilling journey to ancient China. Discover the secrets of gunpowder and fireworks as they witness alchemists' explosive discoveries and their impact on history. From flamethrowers to dazzling displays, explore how these inventions shaped warfare and celebrations worldwide. Will they unravel the mysteries of pyrotechnics and bring history to life? Dive into this vibrant adventure and see how ancient innovations light up the modern world.

From the publisher

Accompany kids back in time to learn how fireworks and gunpowder were created; sequel in a series on cool inventions from Asia.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
3–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
760L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.9
F&P level
~R
Publication
Published
January 12, 2018
First published
November 6, 2018
Publisher
Immedium
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781597021425
LCCN
2018014290

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