The Timekeepers: First Flight (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd, London, 2023
Series: Book 2 of 8 - Timekeepers
- Softcover
- New
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Paperback. Tag along with the Timekeepers and discover amazing events that shaped our world in these history-themed adventure storiesThe Timekeepers are a secret organisation of kids who keep the course of history on track - and history needs them - a villain called DeLay is set on causing chaos! When the hands on their special watches start to spin backwards, the Time Keepers know that DeLay has been up to no good, and it's up to them to put things right.In this instalment, The Timekeepers are whirled back in time to 1903 in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. An exhausted Orville and Wilbur Wright are desperately trying to fix their aeroplane. Their initial tests had been so promising, but all of a sudden the Wright Flyer's propeller has gone missing! The Timekeepers realise it's been stolen by villainous DeLay, and only they can help save the day and put history back on track.With a range of adventures that span all of history, The Timekeepers series is perfect for any adventure lover. "In this adventure, the Timekeepers travel back to 1903 to prevent DeLay from interfering with the Wright brothers' first flight! Will they get the job done in time?-- Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…
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- Title
- The Timekeepers: First Flight (Paperback)
- Author
- SJ King
- Publisher
- Dorling Kindersley Ltd, London
- Publication year
- 2023
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0241538653
- ISBN 13
- 9780241538654
- Series
- Book 2 of 8: Timekeepers
Tag along with the Timekeepers in these history-themed adventure stories to discover amazing people and events that shaped our world.
Tag along with the Timekeepers in these history-themed adventure stories for 7 to 9 years olds that will help readers discover the amazing people and events that shaped our world. With a range of adventures that span all of history, The Timekeepers series is perfect for any adventure lover.
The Timekeepers are a secret organisation of kids who keep the course of history on track - and history needs them! A villain called DeLay is set on causing chaos. When the hands on their special watches start to spin backwards, the Timekeepers know that DeLay has been up to no good, and it's up to them to put things right.
This children's chapter book series offers:
- An introduction to history in a way that blends a fun story with real facts, and also includes a non-fiction section with additional information such as, timelines, quizzes, and a glossary.
- Beautifully illustrated art accompanied by expertly written text.
- An insight into different historical time periods, carries the theme of persistence through adversity, and shows the connection between the past and the present.
In this adventure, The Timekeepers are whirled back in time to 1903 in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. An exhausted Orville and Wilbur Wright are desperately trying to fix their aeroplane. Their initial tests had been so promising, but all of a sudden the Wright Flyer's propeller has gone missing! The Timekeepers realise it's been stolen by villainous DeLay, and only they can help save the day and put history back on track.
More in the series
At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.
So why stop there?
If you like The Timekeepers: First Flight, then you'll love other titles in the series. Why not check out the second title in the series, The Timekeepers: Ancient Olympics to learn about the first-ever Olympic Games?
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About the Author
SJ King is the author of the Secret Explorers and Timekeepers series. King loves museums, libraries, and building machines from scrap. King can usually be found exploring - from investigating tiny bugs, to trekking up enormous mountains.
Esther Hernando was born and lives in Barcelona. Her work is expressive, fun, colourful, and textured. In addition to illustration, she likes food, movies, television, video games, and hanging out with the people I love. She wants to make people smile with her illustrations
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