| Tangled History Contributor(s): Burgan, Michael (Author), Hoena, Blake (Author), Otfinoski, Steven (Author) |
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ISBN: 1543542115 ISBN-13: 9781543542110 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $587.70 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - Colonial & Revolutionary Periods - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - 19th Century |
| Series: Tangled History |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 19th Century - Chronological Period - 21st Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Vivid storytelling and authentic dialogue bring history to life. Tangled History lets readers experience pivotal historical events through the eyes of real people. Suspenseful, dramatic events unfold in chronological, interwoven stories from the different perspectives of people who experienced the event while it was happening. Narratives intertwine to create a breathless, What's Next? kind of read. Students gain a new perspective on historical figures as they learn about real people struggling to decide how best to act in a given moment. |
Contributor Bio(s): Burgan, Michael: - Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults during his nearly 20 years as a freelance writer. Many of his books have focused on U.S. history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection. Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor's degree in history. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie.Hoena, Blake: - Blake A. Hoena grew up in central Wisconsin, where he wrote stories about robots conquering the moon and trolls lumbering around the woods behind his parents house. He now lives in Minnesota and continues to write about fun things like space aliens and superheroes. Blake has written more than fifty chapter books and graphic novels for children.Otfinoski, Steven: - Steven Otfinoski has written more than 150 books for young readers. Three of his nonfiction books have been chosen Books for the Teen Age by the New York Public Library. Steve is also a playwright and has his own theater company that brings one-person plays about American history to schools. Steve lives in Connecticut with his wife, who is a teacher. They have two children, two dogs, and a cat. |