“If your children—whether in elementary, middle or high school—are studying Asia this year, have I got a resource for them--and for you (and teachers too)! Marco Polo for Kids covers China thoroughly but also Polo’s travels through places like Afghanistan, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and India. It has fantastic activities, wonderful graphic elements, and interesting tidbits on folklore, language, religion, animals, geography, and art.”  — Washington Parent

On foot, horseback, Chinese junk, and camel, Marco Polo explored new worlds. Starting when just a teenager, he made the greatest journey of his time—20,000 miles in 24 years. From Venice to China, over towering mountains and across vast deserts, Marco found new people, new religions, and new ways of life.  Travel with him in Marco Polo for Kids (for readers ages 9 and up) and discover great civilizations, explore geographical wonders, and learn fascinating details about the customs and people of a wondrous era in history.  This lively book brings back to life the exotic cities and humble villages along Marco's route. Through fun activities and fascinating text, find out what it's like to ride with Genghis Khan, escape from bandits and pirates, and kowtow to an emperor. Along the way, you'll learn about world cultures, religions, and ancient civilizations.

 

This book features a helpful glossary, biographies of important figures in ancient history, web sites to explore, and more.
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