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National Council for the Social Studies-Children’s Book Council: 2018 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People An appealing and educational story about the Industrial Revolution Charlie’s most prized possession is the pair of shoes his grandfather made for him. The shoes bring him comfort as he and his family leave their small village and move to Manchester. But the pollution from the city’s many factories soon takes its toll on Charlie’s mother. Unfortunately, the medicine she needs is too expensive, unless Charlie can make an exceptional sacrifice. This fascinating Trade Winds book presents readers with an engrossing story while also teaching them about Britain’s Industrial Revolution.

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Author:   Gyeong-hwa Kim ,  Anna Balbusso ,  Elena Balbusso ,  Joy Cowley
Publisher:   William B Eerdmans Publishing Co
Imprint:   William B Eerdmans Publishing Co
Dimensions:   Width: 26.00cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 22.20cm
Weight:   0.227kg
ISBN:  

9780802854735

ISBN 10:   0802854737
Pages:   36
Publication Date:   20 February 2017
Recommended Age:   From 6 to 9 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  Children / Juvenile
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Awaiting stock  
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School Library Journal A valuable avenue to humanize and spark discussion about the astonishing changes in the way people lived and worked at the turn of the 19th century.

School Library Journal ""A valuable avenue to humanize and spark discussion about the astonishing changes in the way people lived and worked at the turn of the 19th century.""

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Gyeong-hwa Kim received the gold medal in the 11th Changbi ""Good Books for Children"" competition. Her previous books include Keeper and One Day at the Gyeongbok Palace. She lives in South Korea. Anna & Elena Balbusso are sisters who live in Milan and have been working as a team in freelance illustration since 1998. Their works have been published throughout the world and have won numerous awards, including three consecutive gold medals from the Society of Illustrators. Visit their website at www.balbusso.com

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