Joan of Arc

Against the fascinating tapestry of Frances history during the Hundred Years' War, Diane Stanley unfolds the story of the simple thirteen-year-old village girl who in Just a few years would lead France to independence from English rule, and thus become a symbol of France's national pride. It is a story of vision and bravery, fierce determination, and tragic martyrdom. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.

Diane Stanley's extraordinary gift to present historical information in an accessible and child-friendly format has never been more impressive, nor her skillful, beautifully realized illustrations (here imitating medieval illuminated manuscripts) more exquisite.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 02/05/2002
ISBN: 9780064437486
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 10.98h x 9.23w x 0.19d

Review Citations: PW Notes and Reprints 01/07/2002 pg. 66
Publishers Weekly 01/07/2002

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 32565 / Joan of Arc
Reading Level: 6.9 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 1