The War of the Worlds
The War of the Worlds
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The War of the Worlds

Illustrated by Karl James Mountford
Part of the Classic Starts Book Series
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$9.99
$9.58
7 - 9
Reading age
160
Page count
~829L
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Sep 10, 2024
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An abridged and illustrated chapter book retelling of the sci-fi classic–part of the bestselling Classic Starts(R) series that has sold more than 8 million copies! H. G. Wells, a revolutionary science fiction writer and the author of The Time Machine, dazzles in this sci-fi classic about Martians invading Earth. One of the first stories to imagine a war between humankind and extraterrestrials, The War of the Worlds is an adventure that has inspired artists and scientists since it was first published. The Classic Starts(R) series has sold more than 8 million copies since it launched in 2004. These abridged, kid-friendly editions are the perfect way to introduce beloved stories to the next generation. Each book includes discussion questions by early childhood educator Arthur Pober, EdD.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781454950981
    Publication Date
    September 10, 2024
    Publisher
    Union Square Kids
    Original Publication Date
    September 10, 2024
    Page Count
    160
    Reading Age
    7 - 9 years
    Est. Lexile® Level
    ~829L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~T
    ATOS® Book Level
    5.3
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    3
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    113716
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    MG

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