The humorous cartoon-style illustrations and the narrative approach encourage readers to get emotionally involved with the characters, aiding their understanding of what life would have been like building the Great Wall of China. Informative captions, a complete glossary, and an index make this title an ideal introduction to the conventions of non-fiction texts for young readers.
- The First Great Emperor
- Everlasting Rule
- A Hard Life
- Old Duties and New Laws
- The Burning of the Books
- Raiders from the North
- The Journey North
- The Emperor's Great Wall
- Building the Wall
- Along the Watch Tower
- Guarding a Gate
- A Lifetime by the Wall