BROOKE KHAN is a former middle and high school teacher, as well as the founder of Literacy in Focus LLC, a resource where she creates and publishes engaging materials for teachers all over the world. Her differentiated curriculum is designed to support educators in building literacy.

KELLY CANBY is an award-winning, internationally published illustrator and author. Kelly's last three author-illustrated picture books have all been Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Notable Books for Picture Book of the Year, with one picking up the prestigious 2018 Western Australian Premier's Prize for Writing for Children.

"As a mom of a kid who loves learning about facts, how things work, and real stories, this book was perfect. Brooke knows how to make history engaging, exciting, and accessible." --Kristi Harjo, middle school science teacher, mom, and founder of Adventures in ISTEM

"As a history teacher, I have read MANY history books and found this book not only engaging but informative. Both kids and teachers will love the amazing stories and fascinating facts this book has to offer. I even learned a few things! A+" --Shannan Lee, secondary history teacher

"What a refreshing history book! Rather than the usual focus on important dates and events, it is chock-full of fascinating tidbits that will help get kids interested and more excited about learning about the past. It would be a valuable addition to a classroom library or social studies curriculum." --Shannon Olsen, teacher, author of Our Class is a Family and A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of School, lifebetweensummers.com

Publisher: Rockridge Press

Pub date: 2021-08-10

Length: 176 pages