What Is the Story of Godzilla?
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2024 · Est. 1 hour read

What Is the Story of Godzilla?

Written by Sheila Keenan and Who HQ

Part of the What Is the Story of . . . ? series

Discover the epic journey of Godzilla, the legendary monster awakened by nuclear radiation.

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112 pages· 8,487 words· Est. 1 hour read· 1000L
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Uncover the thrilling tale of Godzilla, the iconic sea monster born from nuclear radiation in 1954. Journey through its cinematic legacy as the 'King of the Monsters,' battling foes like Mothra and Mechagodzilla. Explore Godzilla's impact on pop culture, from films to video games, and its star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Dive into the enduring legacy of this legendary creature in a captivating nonfiction adventure for young readers.

From the publisher

Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most well-known characters of our time. In this addition to the What Is the Story Of? series, young readers will discover the exciting story of one of the world’s favorite monsters…Godzilla! In 1954, Godzilla appeared on screen for the first time in a Japanese film directed by Ishirō Honda. Awakened by nuclear radiation, the enormous sea monster has appeared in over thirty other films, making Godzilla the longest-running film franchise in history. Known as the “King of the Monsters,” Godzilla has earned a huge fanbase worldwide. The dinosaur-like amphibian has been featured alongside friends and foes such as Mothra and Mechagodzilla, in TV shows, books, video games, and more. There is even a Godzilla star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! Learn about the lasting legacy of this iconic character in this nonfiction book for young readers.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
112
Words
8,487
Reading age
8–11
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1000L
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Reading levels
ATOS
~6.7
F&P level
~X
Publication
Published
June 25, 2024
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780593658482

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