In "Book Buddies: Marco Polo Brave Explorer" by Cynthia Lord, young readers are introduced to the legendary adventures of Marco Polo, a pioneer of exploration. The story follows Marco as he embarks on a thrilling journey along the Silk Road, discovering vibrant cultures, exotic lands, and rich traditions. Facing challenges and forging new friendships, Marco's bravery and curiosity come alive, inspiring children to embrace adventure and the spirit of exploration. Through engaging storytelling and vivid illustrations, this tale captures the excitement of travel and the importance of understanding different cultures, encouraging readers to dream big and explore the world around them. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Books Buddies .

This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.

This is an early chapter book. Publishers market early chapter books at readers aged 6-10 years. These typically range from 40 to 120 pages and are designed for children who are transitioning from picture books to more text-heavy reading, usually around ages 6 to 9. Early chapter books have simple plots, larger font sizes, short chapters, and may include some illustrations to help keep young readers engaged. Examples include books like Magic Tree House or Ivy and Bean series. This book was published in 2022 by Recorded Books, Inc. .

Cynthia Lord is the award-winning author of RULES, a Newbery Honor book (among its many distinctions), as well as the critically acclaimed TOUCH BLUE, released August, 2010. She made her picture book debut with HOT ROD HAMSTER. She lives in Maine with her family. Visit her at cynthialord. com.