About This Book
In "Animals Marco Polo Saw," award-winning author Sandra Markle continues her Explorers series by vividly portraying the incredible animals Marco Polo encountered during his extensive travels across Asia. This chapter book, suitable for ages 4-11, details how these exotic creatures not only fascinated the explorer but also played a role in the outcome of his journey, sometimes even aiding in his survival. It's a fantastic blend of history, geography, and natural science, offering young readers a glimpse into a bygone era and the diverse wildlife of the world.
A continuation of the Explorers series by award-winning author Sandra Markle, Animals Marco Polo Saw brings to life the amazing, exotic animals Marco Polo encountered during his explorations in Asia, how the animals sometimes affected the outcome of the journey, and even helped the explorer survive!
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Discussion Prompts
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What was the most surprising animal Marco Polo encountered, and why?
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How do you think Marco Polo felt encountering animals he had never seen before?
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What challenges do you think explorers faced when traveling to new places long ago?
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If you could travel anywhere in the world to see animals, where would you go and what would you hope to see?
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How do animals help people in different ways, both in history and today?
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