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Marco Polo for Kids: His Marvelous Journey to China
- “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 is an activity book and history book all rolled into one. It 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
- “In her historical activity book, Marco Polo for Kids, Herbert chronicles the famous explorer's travels. Projects feature the various cultures that he experienced. Archival artwork and prints add to the handsome volume.” — Publishers Weekly
- “An all-encompassing guide that's full of fascinating sidebars about subjects from the discovery of Mohenjodaro to the secrets of the Qin Emperor's tomb. Not only a study of Polo, this book is a great study guide for young readers who will surely enjoy the 21 related activities in this comprehensive book.” — Copley News Service
- “Part history, part biography, part activity book, this guide to all things Marco Polo is graced with lively writing and imaginative projects.” — San Diego Union-Tribune
- “The text is lively and sophisticated, but easy to understand. There are lots of pictures and tidbits of information to capture young imaginations.” — Star-Ledger
- “The book offers suspenseful stories, as Polo and his men face shipwrecks, bandits and other dangers.” — The Dallas Morning News
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