Features
- Reading level: Ages 9-12
- Cover Type: Paperback with 48 pages
- Published by: DK CHILDREN
- Edition: 1st Edition October 13, 2003
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 0789497557
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-0789497550
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Book Dimensions:
8.6 x 5.7 x 0.2 inches
- Weighs: 3.2 ounces
Book Description
The Dark Knight of Gotham, the world's greatest detective, takes readers behind-the-scenes in the world of law enforcement, showing how the world's police catch the terrible guys.
Reader Reviews
This review is from: Batman's Guide to Crime & Detection (DK Readers: JLA) (Hardcover)
We checked this book out from our library for my youngest son, who is nearly 5, because he LOVES superheroes. Now, I am EXTREMELY scrutinous over which literature and shows pertaining to superheroes my children are allowed to watch as I believe most of this type of media is overly mature and the graphics are definitely adult oriented. Although this does feature some sophisticated sketches of Batman and some of his arch enemies, it all serves a very REAL purpose! This book features a brief (1-2 pages) historical overview of who Batman is, then the rest of the book describes the tools that Batman uses and how they translate to real life heroes - crime detectives and their labs!!! How great is that???? My oldest son (7), who is obsessed with learning about community heroes: Police, Firefighters, Military Heroes, etc. has consumed this book and is now keeping a "journal" of questions and sketches inspired from this book. This is a must for little boys of all ages, as it really helps them formulate a translation for all that imagination and excitement that superheroes generate.
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