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The Beatles

Genius
By Claire Sipi
Series: Genius
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The Beatles by Claire Sipi introduces young readers to the legendary band's journey from their beginnings in Liverpool to international fame. It covers key moments, influences, and milestones in their career, filled with engaging illustrations and interesting facts aimed at sparking curiosity and appreciation among children.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by music history and want to introduce children to the incredible story of four lads from Liverpool who changed the world of music. With engaging illustrations and accessible writing, it provides an exciting insight into the lives and legacy of one of the most legendary bands in history.

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Tells the story of how four boys from Liverpool became the most influential rock band of all time. Ages 7+.

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A series of illustrated books specifically designed for elementary school children, narrating the stories of great historical figures who have left their mark on humanity.

The volume dedicated to The Beatles tells the story of how four boys from Liverpool became the most influential rock band of all time – from their British invasion to their debut into the American pop scene, to their amicable, but world-shattering, dissolution.

Ages: 7 plus

Author: Claire Sipi has been in the children's book business for more than 30 years, specialising in educational books, nonfiction, and reference books. Her work ranges from children's encyclopedias to books about dinosaurs, nature, animals, science, technology, and gadgets for kids.

Leanna Goddall is a freelance illustrator based in Scotland. She works exclusively digitally, using drawing software such as Procreate and Adobe Photoshop. She works with a variety of clients from around the world, including the UK, US, Switzerland, and China. She currently focuses on illustrating children's books and comic magazines.

Selling Points:

  • Engaging & educational non-fiction
  • Carefully crafted for elementary school children

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9788854420106

Publisher: White Star

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 September 2023

Country: Italy

Imprint: White Star

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Leanna Goddall

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 195.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 350g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Claire Sipi Series: Genius

About the Author

Author Claire Sipi has been in the children's book business for more than 30 years, specialising in educational books, nonfiction, and reference books. Her work ranges from children's encyclopedias to books about dinosaurs, nature, animals, science, technology and gadgets for kids. Leanna Goddall is a freelance illustrator based in Scotland. She works exclusively digitally, using drawing software such as Procreate and Adobe Photoshop. She works with a variety of clients from around the world, including the UK, US, Switzerland and China. She currently focuses on illustrating children's books and comic magazines.

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