{"id":9214050238701,"title":"Crimes Through Time","handle":"crimes-through-time","description":"\u003ch6\u003eComing August 18, 2026. Pre-order today!\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCrimes Through Time\u003c\/h1\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eMischief, Missteps \u0026amp; Dastardly Deeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/rosie-mccormick\"\u003eRosie McCormick\u003c\/a\u003e \/ Illustrated by: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/diego-otero\"\u003eDiego Otero\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarning: Criminals from different times and places lurk within these pages!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis interactive time-traveling adventure introduces the laws of the land from Ancient Egypt to the California Gold Rush. After a briefing packed with clues, young would-be detectives are thrust into a busy city scene. Which characters are breaking the law? And what (sometimes grisly) fate awaits them? \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eSpot criminals in Ancient Greece’s marketplace, lawbreakers in rough-and-tumble Sacramento, and wrongdoers in medieval Canterbury. Devious red herrings and shocking-but-true facts add to this fascinating overview of crime and punishment across history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these: \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fakers\"\u003eFakers: An Insider's Guide to Cons, Hoaxes, and Scams\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/crimes-through-time-spread.jpg?v=1764096656\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" class=\"cvr-border-gray\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e \u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium-cover\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/crimes-through-time-cover.jpg?v=1764096652\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"product-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/crimes-through-time-cover-hires.jpg.zip?v=1764096675\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosie McCormick, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRosie McCormick has published more than sixty children’s books, taught language arts and history, and is the director of publications at an education not-for-profit. She particularly enjoys writing mysteries, history, and humorous nonfiction. When she isn't traveling the world, she makes her home in Virginia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/rosie-mccormick\"\u003eRead more \u003c\/a\u003eabout Rosie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - ENTER ILLUSTRATOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiego Otero, illustrator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiego Otero studied architecture in Colombia; took classes in figure drawing, animation, and character design at School of Visual Arts in New York City; and received his MFA from the University of Hartford. He loves reading, creating stories, and acting. This is his debut picture book. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/diego-otero\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Diego.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComing soon!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThis interactive book introduces readers to various crimes and their punishments throughout history. Starting with Ancient Mesopotamia in 1754 BCE, the book travels through Thebes, Egypt; Athens, Greece; Rome, Italy; Chang’an, China; Timbuktu, Mali; Canterbury, England; Tenochtitlán, Mexico; Edo, Japan; Williamsburg, Virginia; and ends in Sacramento, California in 1851 CE. Along the way, readers learn about what was considered a criminal offense in each city during that time period. Chapters start with a short history of the city and different laws, social norms, and regulations that apply. Then two beautifully illustrated pages invite readers to look for the law breakers based on their new knowledge. Following that is another bit of history; finally, readers find out if they have determined the correct infractions and the punishments for each offense. The book incorporates “Where’s Waldo?” elements with historical facts that will shock and delight middle grade readers for an entertaining introduction to how crime and punishment has changed across centuries and countries. Back matter includes a glossary. VERDICT Tweens interested in history, crime, and fun facts will enjoy this highly compelling adventure through time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eChildren's Literature\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAny book that comes with a humorous warning is a great one to put on the shelf! In this book, McCormick begins by warning that criminals appear within its pages and tasks readers with identifying different crimes through time. The author sends readers through a time portal to eleven different locations. Structured as two-page spreads with more text than pictures, the book explains each location in great detail. One must pay close attention because the two-page spread that follows the location description shows artwork of the area, with hints appearing in the citizens' speech bubbles. Using these clues, one must determine which specific laws the criminal has broken in that civilization and what the consequences are. For example, stealing a goat from the temple could be punishable by death in Mesopotamia. At one time, in Mali, using curses or bad magic within the city walls could mean death. The page following the artwork and hints reveals the details of the crime with a thorough explanation. While the topic of crime is serious, the book's tone is humorous and irresistible. The idea of traveling to each location and the setup for each challenge are original. The locations vary from 44 BCE in Rome to the 1850s in Sacramento, California. Those who love figuring out short mysteries will enjoy this book. Readers may choose to complete the book in one long sitting or in several shorter ones. The details, though complex, are accessible and promote critical thinking. A call to action, an extensive glossary, and an index also appear in the book. This book would be a great independent or shared class read and could also encourage further research into the time periods and locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardcover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-846-1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 9–12\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 80\u003cbr\u003e11 x 8\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication date: August 18, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","published_at":"2026-01-12T10:39:08-05:00","created_at":"2025-12-02T10:53:29-05:00","vendor":"Charlesbridge","type":"Children's Book","tags":["Browse by Age_Ages 6-10","Browse by Age_Middle Grade","Browse by Fiction\/Nonfiction_Nonfiction","Browse by Format_Picture Book","Browse by Language_English","Browse by Subject_History \u0026 Biography","Browse by Subject_Social Studies\/Cultures"],"price":1999,"price_min":1999,"price_max":1999,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":49093515903213,"title":"Hardcover","option1":"Hardcover","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"98461","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":{"id":45648932372717,"product_id":9214050238701,"position":1,"created_at":"2025-11-25T13:50:51-05:00","updated_at":"2025-11-25T13:50:52-05:00","alt":null,"width":600,"height":464,"src":"\/\/storytellingmath.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/crimes-through-time-cover.jpg?v=1764096652","variant_ids":[49093515903213]},"available":true,"name":"Crimes Through Time - Hardcover","public_title":"Hardcover","options":["Hardcover"],"price":1999,"weight":567,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":10,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9781580898461","featured_media":{"alt":null,"id":37280979157229,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.293,"height":464,"width":600,"src":"\/\/storytellingmath.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/crimes-through-time-cover.jpg?v=1764096652"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/storytellingmath.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/crimes-through-time-cover.jpg?v=1764096652"],"featured_image":"\/\/storytellingmath.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/crimes-through-time-cover.jpg?v=1764096652","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":37280979157229,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.293,"height":464,"width":600,"src":"\/\/storytellingmath.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/crimes-through-time-cover.jpg?v=1764096652"},"aspect_ratio":1.293,"height":464,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/storytellingmath.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/crimes-through-time-cover.jpg?v=1764096652","width":600}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch6\u003eComing August 18, 2026. Pre-order today!\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCrimes Through Time\u003c\/h1\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eMischief, Missteps \u0026amp; Dastardly Deeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/rosie-mccormick\"\u003eRosie McCormick\u003c\/a\u003e \/ Illustrated by: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/diego-otero\"\u003eDiego Otero\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarning: Criminals from different times and places lurk within these pages!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis interactive time-traveling adventure introduces the laws of the land from Ancient Egypt to the California Gold Rush. After a briefing packed with clues, young would-be detectives are thrust into a busy city scene. Which characters are breaking the law? And what (sometimes grisly) fate awaits them? \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eSpot criminals in Ancient Greece’s marketplace, lawbreakers in rough-and-tumble Sacramento, and wrongdoers in medieval Canterbury. Devious red herrings and shocking-but-true facts add to this fascinating overview of crime and punishment across history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these: \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fakers\"\u003eFakers: An Insider's Guide to Cons, Hoaxes, and Scams\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/crimes-through-time-spread.jpg?v=1764096656\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" class=\"cvr-border-gray\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e \u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium-cover\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/crimes-through-time-cover.jpg?v=1764096652\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"product-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/crimes-through-time-cover-hires.jpg.zip?v=1764096675\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosie McCormick, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRosie McCormick has published more than sixty children’s books, taught language arts and history, and is the director of publications at an education not-for-profit. She particularly enjoys writing mysteries, history, and humorous nonfiction. When she isn't traveling the world, she makes her home in Virginia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/rosie-mccormick\"\u003eRead more \u003c\/a\u003eabout Rosie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - ENTER ILLUSTRATOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiego Otero, illustrator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiego Otero studied architecture in Colombia; took classes in figure drawing, animation, and character design at School of Visual Arts in New York City; and received his MFA from the University of Hartford. He loves reading, creating stories, and acting. This is his debut picture book. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/diego-otero\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Diego.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComing soon!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThis interactive book introduces readers to various crimes and their punishments throughout history. Starting with Ancient Mesopotamia in 1754 BCE, the book travels through Thebes, Egypt; Athens, Greece; Rome, Italy; Chang’an, China; Timbuktu, Mali; Canterbury, England; Tenochtitlán, Mexico; Edo, Japan; Williamsburg, Virginia; and ends in Sacramento, California in 1851 CE. Along the way, readers learn about what was considered a criminal offense in each city during that time period. Chapters start with a short history of the city and different laws, social norms, and regulations that apply. Then two beautifully illustrated pages invite readers to look for the law breakers based on their new knowledge. Following that is another bit of history; finally, readers find out if they have determined the correct infractions and the punishments for each offense. The book incorporates “Where’s Waldo?” elements with historical facts that will shock and delight middle grade readers for an entertaining introduction to how crime and punishment has changed across centuries and countries. Back matter includes a glossary. VERDICT Tweens interested in history, crime, and fun facts will enjoy this highly compelling adventure through time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eChildren's Literature\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAny book that comes with a humorous warning is a great one to put on the shelf! In this book, McCormick begins by warning that criminals appear within its pages and tasks readers with identifying different crimes through time. The author sends readers through a time portal to eleven different locations. Structured as two-page spreads with more text than pictures, the book explains each location in great detail. One must pay close attention because the two-page spread that follows the location description shows artwork of the area, with hints appearing in the citizens' speech bubbles. Using these clues, one must determine which specific laws the criminal has broken in that civilization and what the consequences are. For example, stealing a goat from the temple could be punishable by death in Mesopotamia. At one time, in Mali, using curses or bad magic within the city walls could mean death. The page following the artwork and hints reveals the details of the crime with a thorough explanation. While the topic of crime is serious, the book's tone is humorous and irresistible. The idea of traveling to each location and the setup for each challenge are original. The locations vary from 44 BCE in Rome to the 1850s in Sacramento, California. Those who love figuring out short mysteries will enjoy this book. Readers may choose to complete the book in one long sitting or in several shorter ones. The details, though complex, are accessible and promote critical thinking. A call to action, an extensive glossary, and an index also appear in the book. This book would be a great independent or shared class read and could also encourage further research into the time periods and locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardcover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-846-1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 9–12\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 80\u003cbr\u003e11 x 8\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication date: August 18, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]"}