See Inside The Second World War

Name: See Inside The Second World War
Brand: HarperCollins New Zealand
SKU: 9781409523291
Price: 21.0 NZD
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By Rob Lloyd Jones

Series: See Inside

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See Inside The Second World War by Rob Lloyd Jones is an engaging children's book that explores the key events and figures of World War II. Through detailed illustrations and interactive flaps, it offers a captivating insight into the strategies, battles, and experiences of those involved in the global conflict. The book introduces young readers to important historical moments in a way that is both informative and accessible.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this children's book if you're interested in learning about the Second World War through engaging illustrations and flaps that reveal detailed insights. It offers an accessible way for young readers to explore historical events and understand the complexities of the wartime period.

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A brilliant new historical addition to the See Inside series. Looking closely at the vehicles and major events that defined the Second World War as one of the most destructive wars in history.

Age: 6 years +

From tanks rumbling across battlefields to submarines, blitzed cities, and D-Day, this extraordinary flap book takes young readers right into the action of the Second World War. With vivid illustrations and fascinating facts to discover, each flap reveals something new.

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

See Inside The Second World War by Rob Lloyd Jones is praised for providing an engaging overview of the conflict, making it suitable for primary school children and appealing to older ones with its insights. The book is intricately detailed, especially about the lead-up to the Normandy Landings, and includes over 60 interactive flaps to captivate young readers and encourage exploration of historical facts.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781409523291

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Board book

Date Published: 01 June 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

Illustrated by Maria Cristina Prite

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 223.0mm

Height: 281.0mm

Weight: 720g

Pages: 16

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Rob studied Egyptology at university, but never thought he'd do much with it. Since joining Usborne in 2005, he's written loads of books about Ancient Egypt, and on topics ranging from space to the story of Islam. He is also the author of several award-winning historical adventure novels, and a hopeless cook.

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