About this item
X-Books are for kids who love factsespecially in bite-sized portions and about fascinating, true subjects. As plentiful images and graphical representations stimulate visual perception, readers will be drawn into learning how to use informational texts. Each title is framed by a signature Top 5 countdown feature that not only serves as an example of sequential order but also narrates a brief story within the main topic: in X-Books these sidebars summarize the extraordinary true tales of famous warriors throughout history. Count down the worlds most extreme fighters, and launch a lifetime of reading without limits! A countdown of five of the most legendary pirates provides thrills as readers explore the lives, weapons, and battle tactics of these renegade fighters.
About the Author
Valerie Bodden is the author of more than 200 children's books. Her books have received critical acclaim from Booklist, Children's Literature, ForeWord Magazine, Horn Book Guide, VOYA, and School Library Journal. Valerie lives in Wisconsin with her husband, four children, one dog, two cats, a growing collection of fish, and miscellaneous bugs that her children have "rescued" from the outdoors. She spends most of her time writing or wrangling children and animals. Visit her online at www.valeriebodden.com or connect with her on Twitter @ValBodden.
