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Thiago de Moraes Books

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Step inside twelve magical mythological worlds. You might want to take a map.But the maps in Myth Atlas are special: they show how twelve extraordinary cultures saw the world. For some it’s a giant tree or an upside-down mountain. Others reckon we’re living on the back of a giant turtle. All of them are fascinating.

As you travel the world from Egypt to Japan, you’ll meet an incredible array of gods, monsters, heroes and fantastical beasts. Just watch out for werewolves and banshees along the way . . .

Myth Atlas is a magnificent gift book that will captivate children and adults alike.

A Gladiator Stole My Lunchbox is full of interesting facts woven into a fun, action-packed time travel story set in Ancient Rome.

A young boy from Britain is transported from modern times to ancient Rome. The reader sees the perils and joys of Ancient Rome through the eyes of a modern child – including going to an ancient Roman school, meeting the emperor and tasting delicacies of the day (including honey-dipped dormice!).

The book is colour illustrated including comic strips, maps and full-page spreads –  a winning combination for reluctant readers and those who enjoy fact-finding in a story.

Fans of other illustrated chapter books, like Pugs of the Frozen North by Sarah McIntyre and Philip Reeve, will enjoy this funny historical adventure. Ideal for Y3 onwards…

A Mummy Ate My Homework is full of interesting facts woven into a fun, action-packed time travel story set in Ancient Egypt. The book is heavily illustrated in an engaging mix of styles – including comic strips, maps and full-page spreads. Every page is a delight to turn for curious minds, with anticipation of what you might encounter next!

The book is a winning combination for reluctant readers and those who enjoy fact-finding in a story. Bonus activities at the end include hieroglyphic codes to crack. Being A5, it’s also a nice size to hold. Fans of other illustrated chapter books, like Pugs of the Frozen North by Sarah McIntyre and Philip Reeve, will love this. Ideal for Y3 onwards.

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