Robberies: Atomic Level One

by Ann Weil

Who stole the Mona Lisa? Why would a diamond thief need a bulldozer? This title uses the nonfiction genre 'recount' for a fun exploration of high-profile robberies in recent history from art theft to bank heists.

32 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2007

About the author

Ann Weil (1908-1969) was a children's author whose children's historical novel, Red Sails to Capri was a 1953 Newbery Honor Book. Some of her other books include Betsy Ross: Designer of Our Flag, Betsy Ross: Girl of Old Philadelphia, and Eleanor Roosevelt: Courageous Girl. Ann was born in Harrisburg, Illinois.

Reviews

[Leila Useini · Rating 5 out of 5]

this book was so interesting.i cant beleive how many robberies have happened all over the world and how much these robbers took

[Robyn Prem · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book for kids, gives details without too much to confuse. gives means of words at bottom of pages and also in back.