Let's Visit Jerusalem! (Adventures of Bella & Harry Series)

by Lisa Manzione, Kristine Lucco (Illustrator)

Overview

Join sibling Chihuahuas Bella and Harry as they travel to Jerusalem with their family and visit Masada, the Western Wall and the Old City.   Along the way, learn about local cuisine (such as shawarma and knafeh) and basic Hebrew phrases. 

The Adventures of Bella & Harry is a picture book series that chronicles the escapades of a pup named Bella, her little brother Harry and their family, who travel the world exploring the sights and sounds of new, exciting cities.  The “Bella & Harry” series is intended to be an informative, interactive and exciting way to introduce children to travel, different countries, customs, history and landmarks with the educational value of this book cleverly disguised amidst dozens of illustrated pages which are sure to win the hearts of young readers.

Traveling the world with these two cute and cuddly Chihuahuas will allow the young reader to gain an appreciation of the world and its cultural diversity.

Happy Travels from Bella Boo and Harry too!!!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781937616007
Publisher:	Bella & Harry
Publication date:	09/01/2013
Series:	Hawk Files #08 , #10
Pages:	35
Product dimensions:	8.20(w) x 10.30(h) x 0.50(d)
Lexile:	730L (what's this?)
Age Range:	5 - 9 Years

About the Author

Author: Lisa Manzione
The Bella and Harry series of children's books is Lisa Manzione's first foray into children's fiction writing.  As a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), Lisa's entrance into the field of literature is one she has eagerly awaited and is very passionate about.  As the daughter of a single parent who worked for a major airline, Lisa's exposure to (and interest in) travel began at an early age.  Later in life, as Lisa's own children grew up and her love of animals continued, the idea for the Bella and Harry series was born. 

Illustrator: Kristine Lucco
Born in rural Pennsylvania, Kristine's passion for art began at a young age. This interest in art continued and ultimately led Kristine to study at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale.
Now a mother of two avid junior readers, Kristine’s unique talent and particular flair for children’s themes has evolved quite naturally into the world of children’s books and illustrations. She is quick to credit her own children for inspiring this phase of her art, as it is often conceived by seeing the characters and places through their eyes.
In addition to her work on the Bella and Harry series, Kristine has also illustrated the most recently recognized children’s book, “Wacky Jacky, The True Story of an Unlikely Beauty Queen”.

Read an Excerpt

"Our first stop is outside the city of Jerusalem.  It is a place called Masada.  Harry, did you know that the word Masada means fortress in Hebrew?"  History says that Masada was built by Herod the Great.  Herod was a Judean king thousands of years ago.  He was a great builder and built all sorts of forts, palaces and cities while he was in power."

"No, Harry, it is called the Dead Sea becuase it is vey salty.  The salt prevents life forms from living in the sea.  The Dead Sea shorline is the lowest place for dry land on earth.  Because of all the salt in the water we are floating, not swimming.  Be sure not to drink the water, it tastes yucky!"

"There are four different areas, or quarters, of the 'Old City'.  The four quarters are called the Jewish Quarter, Muslim Quarter, Armenian Quarter and Christian Quarter.  The people who live in the different quarters do so because it is a prt of their heritage."

Interviews

The series was developed with the hope of inspiring young readers to embrace the world and encourage its exploration.  Done through the comedic and informative adventures of Bella and Harry, while traveling through various countries, I hope to stimulate children's imaginations and foster a thirst for understanding the world in which they live.