The Story of Clocks and Calendars - by Betsy Maestro (Paperback)

Name: The Story of Clocks and Calendars - by Betsy Maestro (Paperback)
Brand: HarperCollins
SKU: 79256534
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6-10 Years
10.68" x 9.26" Paperback
48 Pages
Juvenile Nonfiction, History

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About the Book

Now in paperback--a comprehensive history of clocks and calendars from aroundthe world, from the distinction of B.C. and A.D. to the Gregorian calendar tothe year 2000, which marks two millennia of human achievement. Full color.

From the Back Cover

Travel through time with the maestros as they explore the amazing history of timekeeping!

Did you know that there is more than one calendar? While the most commonly used calendar was on the year 2000, the Jewish calendar said it was the year 5760, while the Muslim calendar said 1420 and the Chinese calendar said 4698. Why do these differences exist? How did ancient civilizations keep track of time? When and how were clocks first invented?

Find answers to all these questions and more in this incredible trip through history.

Review Quotes

Detailed illustrations enhance the descriptions and add immensely to the overall success of the book." - School Library Journal
"Maestro puts things into perspective [with her] ability to sort out complicated facts and make them understandable." - ALA Booklist

Dimensions (Overall): 10.68 Inches (H) x 9.26 Inches (W) x .16 Inches (D)

Weight: .52 Pounds

Suggested Age: 6-10 Years

Number of Pages: 48

Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction

Sub-Genre: History

Publisher: HarperCollins

Theme: Medieval

Format: Paperback

Author: Betsy Maestro

Language: English

Street Date: November 2, 2004

TCIN: 79256534

UPC: 9780060589455

Item Number (DPCI): 247-19-7541

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.16 inches length x 9.26 inches width x 10.68 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.52 pounds

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