Da Wild, Da Crazy, Da Vinci #14 (Time Warp Trio) [Mass Market Paperback]

Jon Scieszka (Author), Adam McCauley (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 7 and up | Grade Level: 2 and up | Series: Time Warp Trio

You probably know that Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa. Didyou know that he also invented an early version of a helicopter and a tank, and that he planned to execute the Time Warp Trio for spying on his inventions? Sam's bright idea to look for the inventor of the Book takes the guys to 15th century Italy to meet up with Leonardo. But it's going to take at least three more bright ideas, two magic tricks, and one great invention to get them out of trouble and safely back home. If not, it could be a lifetime of Italian army toilet-cleaning detail for Joe, Sam, and Fred.

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Fans will relish this new installment! -- School Library Journal

About the Author

Multiple award-winning author Jon Scieszka grew up in Flint, Michigan, the second oldest and the nicest of six boys. Jon went to school at Culver Military Academy in Indiana where he was a Lieutenant; Albion College in Michigan where he studied to be a doctor; and Columbia University in New York, where he got a M.F.A. in fi ction. He taught elementary school in New York for ten years in a variety of positions. In addition to his work as an author, Jon also runs a web-based literacy program called “Guys Read” that is designed to encourage boys, particularly reluctant readers, to get involved with books. Currently, he lives in Brooklyn, NY with his wife and two kids.

Recently, Jon was named the country’s first National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, a joint effort of the Library of Congress and the Children’s Book Council. During his two-year role as Ambassador, he will act as a spokesperson for children’s literature, speaking to groups of parents, teachers, and children to encourage the importance of reading.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 7 and up
  
• Mass Market Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Puffin (March 23, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0142404659
• ISBN-13: 978-0142404652
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.1 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable read, March 19, 2010

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This review is from: Da Wild, Da Crazy, Da Vinci #14 (Time Warp Trio) (Mass Market Paperback)

Like all the rest of the Time Warp series this book strikes the funny bone pretty hard. Enjoyable and quick read.

5.0 out of 5 stars Mind candy for the five year old, September 3, 2009

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This review is from: Da Wild, Da Crazy, Da Vinci #14 (Time Warp Trio) (Mass Market Paperback)

This series of books combines youth, action, and dialog in historical settings throughtout time. They are a captivating and easily read. I have used them as in introduction to chapter reading with my five year old. Besides facilitating a necessary transition from simple childrens books; they make for a great bedtime cliffhanger.