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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.
4.2 Goodreads · 1,881 ratings
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.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 80
- Words
- 6,354
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 950L
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The fine print
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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