Beware The Dark Side (DK READERS) (Hardcover)

by Ryder Windham (Author), Simon Beecroft (Author) "A long time ago, the galaxy was ruled by an evil man named Darth Sidious (pronounced SID-EE-US)..." (more)
Key Phrases: clone soldiers, Darth Vader, Death Star, Darth Sidious (more...)

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Product Description
Enter the Jedi Academy and find out what it takes to be a Jedi. How do the Jedi work with the Force? What is the Jedi Code? How do the Jedi make their light sabers? All these questions-and more-will be answered in I Want to Be a Jedi.

Find out all about the Dark Side and the Sith who wield power over it. Learn about evil Darth Sidious, Darth Maul and, of course, Darth Vader. Discover how the conflict began between the Jedi and the Sith. Beware the Dark Side has all the Dark Side details you could want to know! --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: DK CHILDREN (August 20, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0756631157
• ISBN-13: 978-0756631154
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #999,847 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars You Don't Know the Power of the Dark Side -until you read this!, November 19, 2007

By	The Delite Rancher (Phoenix, Arizona) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

This review is from: Beware The Dark Side (DK READERS) (Paperback)

The release of Star Wars books for young people has always been related to a theatrical promotion. In a world that has a seen all six films, a new wave of DK Readers is much appreciated. It gives us comfort that even though the movies are finished, the Star Wars experience isn't completely 'done.' As the title suggests, "Beware the Dark Side" is a look at the bad guys. This is a great premise since Star Wars has always featured the villains that everybody loves to hate. With a non-fiction feel, the book starts with an overview of Sidious, Maul, Dooku and Vader. The book chronicles Palpatine's path to power. Beyond the Sith Order, "Beware the Dark Side" looks at both the mechanical and biological instruments of the Sith. The Droid Army, General Grievous, the Clone Army, Stormtroopers, Jango Fett, the Death Star, Zam Wesell and Boba Fett are examined. A discussion about such elements would be incomplete without mentioning the forces that eventually defeated the dark forces: Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance. The title's scope is satisfying since it pulls together all six chapters of the saga. So while there's nothing new here, this is a great read for young fans that are still making the connections between the six acts. In terms of the mechanics of the book, a glossary and idex is included. In terms of the illustrations, the vast majority of images were lifted from the films. While the pictures are high quality, the writing is also good. This new series has books for most levels of elementary readers. Given the 48 page length and elevated vocabulary, "Beware the Dark Side" is best suited for readers on a fifth grade level. "Beware the Dark Side" offers an exciting look at the Star Wars saga's villains.

5.0 out of 5 stars Learned things that never knew., February 28, 2009

By	Dani (Harrisburg, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Beware The Dark Side (DK READERS) (Paperback)

I had purchased this for my son. It wasn't what I thought it was, but never the less, it's great. There is information in this book that I didn't know and I consider myself pretty knowledgable about Star Wars. My son loves to pick out different sections and have myself or husband read them to him.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great., October 1, 2008

By	G. Gouveia "Darth Vader's dad" (Brazil/Pittsburgh) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Beware The Dark Side (DK READERS) (Paperback)

These DK readers are a great way to stimulate your child to read. By choosing something they are interested in, you can get them find true enjoyment in reading. As one thing may lead to another, you might then get them to read other things. In my case, I later gave my daughter "the Universe" DK reader, which is a trully fantastic book.