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Great Lives in Graphics: Cleopatra - by Button Books (Hardcover)

Great Lives in Graphics: Cleopatra - by  Button Books (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Using <b>bright infographics</b>, this book presents <b>over 250 facts</b> about Cleopatra's life. Queen of Egypt, she was clever (she could speak nine languages) and beautiful. This <b>graphic retelling</b> of her story gives children a colorful snapshot of her life and the world she grew up in, while educating them on everything <b>from the Romans to the Egyptian zodiac</b>. It includes an overview of her life, a timeline spread, a family outline, and a geographical summary of important places. It also features 'Did You Know' facts and inspiring quotes. For children aged 8+.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p><b>BookTrust</b><i><br>https: //www.booktrust.org.uk/book/g/great-lives-in-graphics-cleopatra/</i> <p/>"This strikingly visual infographic biography is an exciting way to find out everything you need to know. Presented as a sturdy hardback, each colourful double page explores a different aspect of Cleopatra's life, time, behaviour and historical context through pictures, text boxes, timelines, maps and diagrams that add energy, interest and humour to the basic facts. If reading about historical figures usually seems like hard work, this might be the book that changes your mind."</p> <p/><br><p><b>@home.read.play</b>, <i>Instagram<br>review <p/> <p/>https: //www.instagram.com/p/CQfkNh4s-f7/</i> <p/> <p/> <p/>"School libraries need to stock up on this series because<br>they really do deliver on making learning exciting."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>Mid-West Book Review</b> <p/> <p/><i>http: //www.midwestbookreview.com/cbw/jan_21.htm#Series</i> <p/> <p/><br>"Exceptionally well written, organized and presented, all<br>four volumes in this new 'Great Lives in Graphics' series for young readers are<br>especially and unreservedly recommended for elementary school, middle school, <br>and community library biography collections."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>@raising_bookworms</b>, <br><i>Instagram review <p/> <p/>https: //www.instagram.com/p/CQTLmddHNmn/</i> <p/> <p/><br>"Each infographic biography showcases a historical icon's<br>life and their experiences and achievements. They hold an abundance of<br>information which is easily absorbed thanks to the cleverly illustrated pages, <br>making them highly engaging. The visual detail and vibrancy really captures<br>your attention and they have a great balance of essential and fascinating life<br>details and fun quirky facts. These books are the ideal next stage for those<br>who love #littlepeoplebigdreams series and want to find out lots more<br>facts...Ideal for even the most reluctant readers, these educational books aimed<br>at 8+ would make perfect additions to classrooms and school<br>libraries."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>Toddle About</b> <p/> <p/><i>https: //www.toddleabout.co.uk/reviews/great-lives-in-graphics-book-series-from-button-books/<br></i> <p/> <p/><br>"These are brilliant books, both eye-catching and<br>informative...The illustrations are bright and colourful, and there is a lot of<br>variety in the way each of the pages are presented, making each page<br>interesting to look at and a pleasure to read. These books are a great way to<br>introduce children to some of the most influential people in world history in a<br>visual and engaging way, whilst also explaining about the times and places in<br>which they lived. We really liked the timelines and interesting facts, and we<br>particularly enjoyed the amusing anecdotes that were included too! The books<br>themselves have a lovely feel to them with matt, textured covers, and nice<br>thick pages, giving them the feel of a high-quality book."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>@littlebookhabit</b>, <br><i>Instagram review <p/> <p/>https: //www.instagram.com/p/CLH_677njbt/<br></i> <p/> <p/><br>"A brilliant way to get reluctant readers or children who<br>aren't always drawn to non-fiction to give it a go."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>The Tiny Activists</b> <p/> <p/><i>https: //thetinyactivist.com/2020/11/29/great-lives-in-graphics-series/<br>and https: //www.instagram.com/p/CIMlso_nR-P/ </i> <p/> <p/><br>"This series is so cool! It combines history and an almost<br>graphic novel layout to teach readers about different well-known figures<br>throughout history."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>@bookishwaytoplay</b>, <br><i>Instagram review <p/> <p/>https: //www.instagram.com/p/CH2GlzohwmV/</i> <p/> <p/><br>"There have been some super biographical books for children<br>published recently and none more so than the 'Great Lives in Graphics'<br>series...What is most striking about this particular series is the innovative way<br>these books have been designed. The clever use of info graphics and visual<br>detailing ensures these books are jam-packed full of key information but in an<br>entirely accessible and eye-catching way for young readers. You cannot help but<br>be drawn into the colour and vibrancy of each spread, as well as the<br>fascinating facts they contain. These<br>books are educational but also fun. They feel fresh and unique in their<br>approach and they really would be great additions to classrooms, libraries and<br>homes everywhere."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>@littlelibraryowl</b>, <br><i>Instagram review <p/> <p/>https: //www.instagram.com/p/CH2zHMQnScV/</i> <p/> <p/><br>"A wonderful and innovative new series of educational<br>infographic books focusing on the biographies of four inspirational historical<br>figures (a writer, activist, leader, and scientist!). We love picture-book<br>biographies, as they provide such an accessible and engaging way for children<br>to read through history...The easy-to-understand and fun infographics are packed<br>with bold colours and graphics that bring each story to life (we also love the<br>fun endpapers that are unique to each book!)...These unique biographies will<br>open your little reader's eyes to the experiences and incredible achievements<br>of men and women who have changed the world. Perfect resources for teaching at<br>home or in the classroom! Aimed at children aged 8-12. Watch out for the next<br>four books in the series - Nikola Tesla, Frida Kahlo, Mozart, and Jane Austin -<br>coming to the UK in April 2021 and to the US in October 2021."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>@talesofkids</b>, <i>Instagram<br>review <p/> <p/>https: //www.instagram.com/p/CHQWWQCgPCt/</i> <p/> <p/><br>"We get to learn about fun facts, incredible discoveries and<br>achievements in a visual, easy to understand snapshot. These books are a MUST<br>in every home library, classroom library and school library."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>@picturebooksblogger</b>, <i>Instagram<br>review <p/> <p/>https: //www.instagram.com/p/CF96bquAEK5/<br></i> <p/> <p/><br>"A stunning set of visual biographies #greatlivesingraphics<br>is a great way to learn more about these notable people from our history<br>#annefrank #cleopatra #martinlutherking #stephenhawking<br>@gmcpublications."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>Red Reading Hub</b> <p/> <p/><i>https: //redreadinghub.blog/2020/10/11/great-lives-martin-luther-king-jr-anne-frank-stephen-hawking-cleopatra/</i> <p/> <p/><br>"Each book has an introductory page of narrative, a<br>timeline, details of family life and spreads detailing the subject's key<br>achievements; and each brings to life through its stylish, easily understood<br>infographics, the person and the accomplishments of a memorable human being.<br>Well worth adding to primary school topic boxes and libraries."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>@thecolourfulchronicles</b>, <br><i>Instagram review <p/> <p/>https: //www.instagram.com/p/CGxvvqZl6gC/<br></i> <p/> <p/><br>"These books provide education on a variety of important<br>issues... The design and layout of these books are stylish and colourful, brought<br>to life with fun, striking and easy to understand imagery and text, <br>communicating information clearly and quickly. I also found the word glossaries<br>at the back to be super helpful for explaining particular meanings. A fab series."</p> <p/> <p/> <p/> <p/><p><b>@giftbookblogger</b>, <br><i>Twitter and Instagram review <p/> <p/>https: //twitter.com/bookgiftblogger/status/1405273929095081984<br>and https: //www.instagram.com/p/CQLAOqegGeF/</i> <p/> <p/><br>"Further additions to the #greatlivesingraphics series by<br>@GMCbooks #fridakahlo #mozart #nikolatesla. Engaging #nonfictionbooksforkids<br>which pack a punch. Bold graphic design coupled with compelling facts make this<br>series a must-have for shelves everywhere."</p> <p/><br><br>

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