The War of the Worlds
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2024

The War of the Worlds

By Karl James Mountford (Illustrator)

Part of the Classic Starts series

Martians invade Earth, sparking a battle for survival in this sci-fi classic retelling.

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When Martians descend upon Earth, humanity faces an unprecedented threat. In this retelling of a sci-fi classic, witness the struggle for survival as humans confront extraterrestrial invaders. Will Earth withstand the alien onslaught, or will the Martians claim victory? This adventure invites young readers to explore a world where the fate of humankind hangs in the balance, sparking imagination and curiosity about the unknown.

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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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Format
Hardcover
Pages
160
Reading age
7–9
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
~829L
Themes & topics
Books about aliens and extraterrestrial beings
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.3
F&P level
~T
AR points
3
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
113716
Publication
Published
September 10, 2024
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781454950981

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