Things People Do
Anne Civardi
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Things People Do
by Anne Civardi
Published
December 1985
Publisher
Usborne Pub Ltd
Pages
40
ISBN-13
9780860208648
ISBN-10
0860208648
Description
This entertaining book is all about the work people do in different sorts of jobs. Set on an imaginary island called Banilla, it introduces a crowd of interesting people and shows some of the events that happen in their daily lives. There is Mayor Naze, the mayor of Banilla; Ivor Hose, the fire chief and Penny Sillin, the doctor, as well as Manuel Laber, the builder; Honor Toze, the ballet dancer; Phillipa Pale, the dairywoman and lots of others. Stephen Cartwright's charming and humorous pictures will capitave children's imagination and encourage them to delve into the book again and again. Compiled with the help of experts, "Things People Do" is written in clear and simple language. It is packed with detailed illustrations and information which will delight and fascinate children of all ages. It may also give them some ideas about what they want to do when they grow up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Things People Do?
This edition of Things People Do has approximately 40 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Things People Do?
For most readers, Things People Do typically takes between 50m and 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 10,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 2 days • Estimated word count: 10,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Things People Do?
The estimated word count for Things People Do is approximately 10,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Things People Do?
Things People Do was written by Anne Civardi.
When was Things People Do published?
The publication date for this specific edition is December 1985. The original work may have been published on a different date.