Marco Polo
This world would not have been the way it is without the
About this book
Marco Polo is an intermediate readers book for children ages 7 to 11. This world would not have been the way it is without the many explorers that helped discover new lands and invent new paths. Learn about Marco Polo, one of the most famous explorers of all times; who.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Edward Alan Kurtz |
| Ages | 7 to 9 years, also 9 to 11 years |
| Grade | Grade 3 |
| Reading level | Level 3, Intermediate Readers |
| Length | 14 pages, 1360 words, 12 minutes |
| Categories | Famous Explorers, History |
| Interactive features | Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Marco Polo with your child
This book helps children learn about Famous Explorers. The words and pictures work together to make the ideas clear. Read it with your child and talk about the new facts you find. Ask your child to explain what they learned in their own words. It is a simple way to build knowledge and curiosity, and to show that learning can be fun.
Talk about it together
- What would you ask the author about Marco Polo?
- Can you retell this book in your own words?
- What was your favourite part of Marco Polo?
Inside the book
In Marco Polo, readers find Famous Explorers. This world would not have been the way it is without the many explorers that helped discover new lands and invent new paths. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Famous Explorers and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “Facts about "The Travels of Marco Polo"”
Words to learn in this book
- attendants: Someone hired to provide a service to an important person.
- currency: A country's system of money.
- empire: A large group of countries all ruled by one powerful country.
- expedition: A journey made by a group of people for a reason like exploration or scientific research.
- missions: An important assignment for commercial, political, or religious reasons and usually involving travel.
- Mongol: Having to do with the people of Mongolia.
- murals: A painting done directly on a wall.
- "New World": The continents of North and South America as described by early European explorers.
- passport: An official document that allows a traveler from one country to enter another country.
- plateau: An area of high ground.
- priests: A minister of the Catholic Church.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 7 to 11 years, at Grade 3 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity are Reading and Math app features.
How long is the book?
14 pages, 1360 words, 12 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has a comprehension quiz and the What is This? activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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