War of the Worlds
H.G. Wells's classic tale of war between humans and Martians imagines the horror and destruction of alien invasion. When the Martians need a new home planet, they send an army to take over Earth for their own needs. Chaos spreads as the Martian's fighting machines and red plants make their way toward London. Man's fight to preserve their planet has been adapted for young readers in the Calico Illustrated Classics adaptation of Wells's The War of the Worlds. Calico Chapter Books is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades 3-8.
Interest Level | Grade 2 - Grade 5 |
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Reading Level | Grade 4 |
BISACS | JUV053000, JUV045000, JUV007000 |
Genre | Chapter Books, Fiction |
Subject | Language Arts |
Copyright | 2011 |
Division | Magic Wagon |
Imprint | Calico |
Language | English |
Number of Pages | 112 |
Season | 2011-01-01 |
ISBN | 9781616411114, 9781616415655 |
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Title Format | Reinforced Library Bound Hardcovers, Anywhere eBooks |
Dewey | FIC |
Graphics | 1-color illustrations |
Dimensions | 5.5 x 7.75 |
Guided Reading Level | Q |
ATOS Reading Level | 4.7 |
ATOS Interest Level | MG |
Accelerated Reader® Quiz | 142371 |
Accelerated Reader® Points | 2.0 |
Features | Reviewed |
Calico Illustrated Classics Set 3 - Library Media Connection
These volumes will provide an enjoyable introduction to well-known classic literature for young children. Each classic is adapted for readers on intermediate and middle school levels. Volumes have large fonts, clearly defined chapters, and easy to read content. The illustrations are artfully engaging, adding visual support to the content. Teachers will appreciate this series as the stories are entertaining and may be used as teaching tools in the introduction of classic literature. Recommended.