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Spotlight Book of the Month
Winx Thinks Dinosaurs!
by Katie O. Engen
Twelve-year-old Winx Muller is stuck at his great-aunt's house while his parents are away. Poking around a giant dusty closet packed with junk, Winx finds a pair of very old, very stinky socks. Socks that sing promises of time travel.
It's the Mesozoic or bust for mega-fauna fan, Winx! But the stinky socks' travel rules are hard to follow. So, along with his sister Marta, Winx digs up tons of paleo facts to help guide his time travel.
Each travel theory they test sends Winx crashing around the time-space continuum. He gets covered with pig snot in Colonial America, chased by men who like to blow up things in Victorian England, trapped by an ancient tracker in the Desert Southwest, and sucked under a river in British Colonial India.
Will Winx ever have a truly din-ormous encounter? Or is he on the brink of extinction?
Ages 8 to 12
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Introducing children to historical books not only expands their knowledge of the past but also fosters a love for learning and an appreciation for different cultures and perspectives.
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Our monthly Spotlight books are coordinated with relevant Articles from indie authors who performed extensive research on the time period.
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Did you know?
76%
children who regularly read historical books demonstrate a higher level of empathy towards diverse perspectives and exhibit greater understanding and tolerance.
25%
Children who engage in historical reading activities show a 25% improvement in critical thinking skills compared to those who do not, as evidenced by their enhanced ability to analyze and evaluate information.
15%
Studies indicate that students who read historical books perform 15% better in social studies and related subjects, showcasing the positive impact of historical reading on academic success and knowledge acquisition.
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Ancient History
Learn about early civilizations and ancient peoples like hunter-gatherers, Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, ancient China, and more.
Middle Ages
Get a glimpse into the chivalric world of knights and castles, kings and empires, countries created and crumbled.
Renaissance to New World
Step into the light with articles that reflect the classical learning and artistry of a new understanding of life; explore through the age of discovery, and celebrate voyages to the new world.
18th & 19th Century
Gain an understanding of historical events that took place around the world and at home, plus learn about inventions that sprang forth and changed the way we live during the Industrial Revolution
20th Century to present
Life picked up speed during the swiftly moving 20th century with world wars, flight and automobiles, space exploration, and the Information Age. Enjoy articles that take us right into the 21st century!
Teaching History
These articles are just for the teacher and focus on tips and techniques for using historic fiction as a learning tool.
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