The Great Wall of China
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017 · Est. 35 min read

The Great Wall of China

Written by Nancy Ohlin · Illustrated by Adam Larkum

Part of the Blast Back! series

Uncover the secrets of the Great Wall's creation and endurance.

3.3 Goodreads · 39 ratings
112 pages· 4,124 words· Est. 35 min read· 1090L
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Bookroo's summary

Journey back in time to explore the mysteries of the Great Wall of China. Discover why it was built and how it still stands today. This captivating book reveals fascinating facts, like the wall's immense length and its role as a punishment site. With engaging illustrations, delve into the lives of those who constructed this monumental structure. What secrets does the wall hold, and how did it shape history? Unravel these mysteries and more in a tale that brings the past vividly to life.

From the publisher

Get ready to blast back to the past and learn all about the Great Wall of China! When people think about the Great Wall of China, that massive structure is likely to come to mind. But why did they build the wall in the first place, and how is it even still standing? This engaging nonfiction book, complete with black and white interior illustrations, will make readers feel like they’ve traveled back in time. It covers everything from how the Wall was built to what life in China was like at that time, and more. Find out interesting, little-known facts such as how working on the wall was often a form of punishment, and how the wall is so long it could wrap around the world twice! The unique details along with the clever and humorous interior illustrations make this series stand out from the competition.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
112
Words
4,124
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1090L
Themes & topics
Books about Chinese culture
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
7.2
F&P level
~Z
AR points
1
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
189799
Publication
Published
April 4, 2017
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781499803884

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