About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is curious about history but finds standard textbooks or long chapters a bit dry or intimidating. This graphic novel adventure follows the lovable, easily spooked Geronimo Stilton as he travels back in time to 1492 to stop a group of villainous cats from altering the course of history. It is a fantastic bridge for reluctant readers, using vibrant colors and expressive typography to build vocabulary while exploring themes of bravery, teamwork, and the importance of preserving historical truth. It is perfectly suited for kids aged 7 to 10 who enjoy slapstick humor alongside their learning.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The approach to history is secular and simplified for a young audience. While it mentions the discovery of America, it focuses more on the navigational adventure and the rivalry with the cats than the complex or tragic impacts of colonization. The resolution is hopeful and restores the status quo of the timeline.
