the journey that saved curious george by louise borden

The Reys used bicycles for much of their work. If these things were available in the 1940’s, how would their journey and experiences have been different?ġ3. Today many people communicate by e-mail and cell phone. If what happened to the Reys took place in today’s world, how do you think their journey would have been different?ġ2.

Do you think anything similar to what happened to the Reys is taking place today? Where do you think it might be happening? Why do you think it happens?ġ1. Why do you think the Reys waited so long to leave Paris?ġ0. How do you think the Reys felt upon seeing the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor?ĩ. What does it mean for a country to be neutral during the war?Ĩ. Of all the places the Reys visited and lived, where would you like to visit and why?ħ. Why was it hard to get Fifi and Whiteblack published? What else might it have been hard to do during the war?Ħ. The event is free and open to the public. Why did Margret and Hans work so well together?ĥ. On Sunday, March 18, also at Congregation Shalom, Louise Borden, author of The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. They began their harrowing journey on bicycles, pedaling to Southern France with children’s book manuscripts, including what would become the international sensation Curious George, among their few possessions. The book states that when Adolf Hitler came into power things changed. : The Journey That Saved Curious George : The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. In 1940, Hans and Margret Rey fled their Paris home as the German army advanced. Why do you think this happens? Do you have a nickname or a name that has changed? Why?ģ. How do you think this helped him in his life?Ģ. Watch this video from the 2014 Literacy Retreat where Kristina Smekens identifies her favorite features of this title.Parents and students we will use the following discussion questions when we meet.ġ. Poetry, Expository Writing: Literary Nonfiction A perfect book for Curious George fans of all ages. Archival materials introduce readers to the world of Hans and Margret Rey while Allan Drummond dramatically and colorfully illustrates their wartime trek to a new home.įollow the Rey's amazing story in this unique large format book that resembles a travel journal and includes full-color illustrations, original photos, actual ticket stubs and more. Louise Borden combed primary resources, including Hans Rey's pocket diaries, to tell this dramatic true story. They began their harrowing journey on bicycles, pedaling to Southern France with children's book manuscripts among their few possessions.

In 1940, Hans and Margret Rey fled their Paris home as the German army advanced.

Rey by Louise Borden, Allan Drummond (Illustrator) 4.9 (7) Paperback 8.99 Hardcover 17.99 Paperback 8.99 eBook 8. The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. A Little Ferry Tale Only 9.99 With Purchase of Any Kids' Book The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. Literary Nonfiction / Nonfiction Narrative

The journey that saved curious george by louise borden