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    China Through Time

    A 2,500-Year Journey Along the World's Greatest Canal

    Part of DK Panorama

    Author DK
    Illustrated by Du Fei
    Ebook
    DK. | DK Children
    On sale Jan 07, 2020 | 32 Pages | 9780744020274
    Grade 2 & Up
    Reading Level: Lexile 1020L | Fountas & Pinnell V
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    Embark on an unforgettable time-travelling journey through Chinese history.

    This beautifully illustrated children's history book spans 2,500 years and more than a thousand miles along China's Grand Canal. With stunning, panoramic illustrations and lively, engaging text, China Through Time brings key periods and turning points in the canal's history to life.

    Cutaway views show the inside of buildings and introduce children to important places, characters, and events - from humble workers to mighty emperors, and from floods and wars to life in bustling ports and modern cities.

    Children will also love searching for the mischievous time-travelling cat, Lihua, who appears in each of the artworks.

    Perfect for parents and children to pore over together, China Through Time makes a gorgeous gift or collector's item. Fun, interactive, and packed with details, it vividly presents Chinese history to children as they have never seen it before.
    We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
     
    From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

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    Embark on an unforgettable time-travelling journey through Chinese history.

    This beautifully illustrated children's history book spans 2,500 years and more than a thousand miles along China's Grand Canal. With stunning, panoramic illustrations and lively, engaging text, China Through Time brings key periods and turning points in the canal's history to life.

    Cutaway views show the inside of buildings and introduce children to important places, characters, and events - from humble workers to mighty emperors, and from floods and wars to life in bustling ports and modern cities.

    Children will also love searching for the mischievous time-travelling cat, Lihua, who appears in each of the artworks.

    Perfect for parents and children to pore over together, China Through Time makes a gorgeous gift or collector's item. Fun, interactive, and packed with details, it vividly presents Chinese history to children as they have never seen it before.

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    We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
     
    From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

    https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK
    Du Fei View titles by Du Fei

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