Product Information
When Daniel Collins and the crew of the Betsey set sail for Cuba in 1824, they have no idea of the horrors that lie ahead. This is just one of the stories in a collection of five true tales about pirates and shipwrecks that introduces readers to the perils of the high seas. Pirates and Shipwrecks: True Stories is the first book in the Mystery & Mayhem series for 9-12 year olds, which features true tales that whet kids' appetites for history by engaging them in genres with proven track records--mystery and adventure. History is made of near misses, unexplained disappearances, unsolved mysteries, and bizarre events that are almost too weird to be true--almost The Mystery & Mayhem series delves into the past to provide kids with a jumping-off point into a lifelong habit of appreciating history. Each of the true tales in Pirates and Shipwrecks , including stories about pirate Barbarossa and adventurer John Franklin, is paired with interesting facts about the setting, industry, and time period. A glossary and index provide the opportunity to use essential academic tools. These nonfiction narratives use clear, concise language with compelling plots, drawing in both avid and reluctant readers.Product Identifiers
PublisherNomad Press
ISBN-101619304716
ISBN-139781619304710
eBay Product ID (ePID)227773685
Product Key Features
Number of Pages128 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2016
TopicAdventure & Adventurers, Transportation / Boats, Ships & Underwater Craft, Pirates, History / General
IllustratorYes
GenreJuvenile Nonfiction
AuthorTom Mccarthy
Book SeriesMystery and Mayhem Ser.
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight10.5 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width5.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceAges 9-12, Ages 4-8, Ages 2-3, under 2 Years