Jon Scieszka's Guys Read anthology series for tweens turns to nonfiction in its fifth volume, True Stories.
8-12 Years
7.97" x 5.5" Paperback
272 Pages
Juvenile Nonfiction, History
Series Name: Guys Read

Description

About the Book

"The fifth installment in the Guys read library of great reading features ten stories that are 100% amazing, 100% adventurous, 100% unbelievable--and 100% true. A star-studded group of award-winning nonfiction authors and journalists provides something for every reader, all aligned with the Common Core State Standards"--

Book Synopsis

Jon Scieszka's Guys Read anthology series for tweens turns to nonfiction in its fifth volume, True Stories. The fifth installment in the Guys Read Library of Great Reading features ten stories that are 100% amazing, 100% adventurous, 100% unbelievable--and 100% true. A star-studded group of award-winning nonfiction authors and journalists provides something for every reader, all aligned with the Common Core State Standards. Compiled and edited by real-life literature legend Jon Scieszka, Guys Read: True Stories is a mind-blowing collection of essays, biographies, how-to guides, and more, all proving that the truth is most definitely out there.

Supports the Common Core State Standards

From the Back Cover

Ten stories guaranteed to be even bigger, funnier, and stranger than fiction, from the following real-life adventurers:

Candace Fleming
Douglas Florian
Nathan Hale
Thanhha Lai
Sy Montgomery
Jim Murphy
T. Edward Nickens
Elizabeth Partridge
Steve Sheinkin
James Sturm
with illustrations by BrianFloca

Review Quotes

"Funny Business sets the bar high. Will have readers laughing as they turn the pages." - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA), about Guys Read: Funny Business

"Packs a dizzying punch." - Kirkus Reviews, about Guys Read: Thriller

"Readers, boys and girls alike, need look no further." - ALA Booklist (starred review), about Guys Read: The Sports Pages

"Speculative fiction fans-especially tween guys-will rejoice." - ALA Booklist, about Guys Read: Other Worlds

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 7.97 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x .81 Inches (D)

Weight: .63 Pounds

Suggested Age: 8-12 Years

Series Title: Guys Read

Sub-Genre: History

Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction

Number of Pages: 272

Publisher: Walden Pond Press

Theme: General

Format: Paperback

Author: Jon Scieszka & Jim Murphy & Elizabeth Partridge & Nathan Hale & James Sturm & Candace Fleming & Douglas Florian & Sy Montgomery & Steve Sheinkin & T Edward Nickens & Thanhhà Lai

Language: English

Street Date: September 16, 2014

TCIN: 1001555871

UPC: 9780061963810

Item Number (DPCI): 247-19-4971

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 0.81 inches length x 5.5 inches width x 7.97 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.63 pounds

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Q&A (4)

Q: What kind of stories can readers expect from this collection?

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A: Readers will enjoy ten amazing, adventurous, and true stories from various real-life adventurers.
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Q: What is the total number of pages in the book?

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A: The book contains a total of 272 pages.
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Q: Who are some of the authors included in this book?

AI Shopping Assistant - 8 days ago

A: The book features authors like Jon Scieszka, Jim Murphy, and Candace Fleming among others.
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