roanoke colony

A graphic-novel introduction to the mysterious disappearance of the Roanoke Colony describes how a century before the Pilgrims, the first English settlers established the colony only to go missing in 1590, in an account by the creators of Science Comics that invites readers to draw informed conclusions.

Examines the mystery of the disappearance of colonists on Roanoke Island in 1587 and the clues the missing colonists left behind.

"Over a hundred years before the pilgrims, the very first English settlers came to the American coast and established the colony of Roanoke. But without warning, all inhabitants abandoned their homes and possessions and disappeared"--Back cover.

This book, in graphic novel format, explores the mysterious disappearance of English colonists at Roanoke Island.

Time-travelers Jonah and Katherine are summoned to help another missing child from history, this time Virginia Dare from the Roanoke Colony, but their journey is sabotaged and goes dangerously awry, leaving them in the wrong time period. Includes author's note about the history of Roanoke Colony and Virginia Dare.

The English colony on Roanoke Island vanished with only a single word, "CROATOAN" carved into a post. What happened? Readers can review the theories and decide for themselves.

Relates, in graphic novel format, the story of the settlement of Roanoke Island in 1587 by English colonists and the unexplained disappearance of the entire Roanoke Colony, including the first English child born in the colonies, which was discovered by supply ships returning from England three years later.

Presents an overview of the history of the lost colony of Roanoke, in simple text with illustrations, describing the arrival of the English in the new world.

"Images accompany information about Roanoke. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"This book in the Urban Legends: Don't Read Alone! series explores the creepy history of the Roanoke Colony. Are you brave enough to read it alone? Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of fascinating information and wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension"--Provided by the publisher.