The Journey That Saved Curious George
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2005 · Est. 53 min read

The Journey That Saved Curious George

Written by Louise W. Borden · Illustrated by Allan Drummond

Part of the Curious George series

Escape wartime Europe on bicycles with precious manuscripts in tow.

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80 pages· 6,354 words· Est. 53 min read· 950L
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Bookroo's summary

In 1940, Hans and Margret Rey embark on a daring escape from Paris as the German army advances. With only bicycles and children's book manuscripts, they pedal towards safety in Southern France. This gripping true story, enriched with vivid illustrations and archival materials, reveals their incredible journey to a new life. Will they succeed against the odds?

From the publisher

In 1940, Hans and Margret Rey fled their Paris home as the German army advanced. They began their harrowing journey on bicycles, pedaling to Southern France with children’s book manuscripts among their few possessions. Louise Borden combed primary resources, including Hans Rey’s pocket diaries, to tell this dramatic true story. Archival materials introduce readers to the world of Hans and Margret Rey while Allan Drummond dramatically and colorfully illustrates their wartime trek to a new home. Follow the Rey’s amazing story in this unique large format book that resembles a travel journal and includes full-color illustrations, original photos, actual ticket stubs and more. A perfect book for Curious George fans of all ages.

Awards

Sydney Taylor Book Honor (2006)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
80
Words
6,354
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
950L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
6.1
F&P level
~W
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
88682
Publication
Published
August 16, 2010
First published
January 1, 2005
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780547417462

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