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If You Were Me and Lived in... Greece: A Child's Introduction to Culture Around the World (If You Were Me and Lived In... Cultural)
It's never too early to start teaching children about the world around them. In If You Were Me and Lived in...Greece, early learners get a taste of what their life would be like if they lived in Greece while being introduced to the birthplace of democracy. This book is the latest installment of the educational series about the cultures of the world that speaks to young children about the topics that interest them, such as the foods people eat, the names of boys and girls, and the activities that children their age living in a foreign land are likely to engage in. This exciting visit to Greece also introduces the important concept of democracy to children and highlights some of the other cultural contributions that Greece has made to Western civilization. Basic information is offered in a playful way that won't overwhelm children.
32 pages, Hardcover
First published September 23, 2014
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About the author
Carole P. Roman
69 books2,202 followersCarole P. Roman is the award-winning author of over fifty children's books. Whether it's pirates, princesses, or discovering the world around us, her books have enchanted educators, parents, and her diverse audience of children. She hosts a blog radio program called Indie Authors Roundtable and is one of the founders of the magazine, Indie Author's Monthly. She's been interviewed twice by Forbes Magazine. Carole has co-authored two self-help books. Navigating Indieworld: A Beginners Guide to Self-Publishing and Marketing with Julie A. Gerber, and Marketing Indieworld with both Julie A. Gerber and Angela Hausman. She published Mindfulness for Kids with J. Robin Albertson-Wren and a new joke book called The Big Book of Silly Jokes for Kids: 800+ Jokes!
She writes adult fiction under the name Brit Lunden and is currently helping to create an anthology with her mythical town of Bulwark, Georgia with a group of indie authors. She lives on Long Island near her children and grandchildren.
Her series includes:
Captain No Beard
If You Were Me and Lived in- Cultural
If You Were Me and Lived in- Historical
Nursery series
Oh Susannah- Early Reader and coloring book
Mindfulness for Kids with co-author J. Robin Albertson-Wren
The Big Book of Silly Jokes for Kids; 800 plus Jokes!
Navigating Indieworld- with co-author Julie A. Gerber
Marketing Indieworld- with co-authors Angela Hausman and Julie A. Gerber
Adult Fiction under the pen name Brit Lunden
Bulwark
The Knowing- A Bulwark Anthology
She writes adult fiction under the name Brit Lunden and is currently helping to create an anthology with her mythical town of Bulwark, Georgia with a group of indie authors. She lives on Long Island near her children and grandchildren.
Her series includes:
Captain No Beard
If You Were Me and Lived in- Cultural
If You Were Me and Lived in- Historical
Nursery series
Oh Susannah- Early Reader and coloring book
Mindfulness for Kids with co-author J. Robin Albertson-Wren
The Big Book of Silly Jokes for Kids; 800 plus Jokes!
Navigating Indieworld- with co-author Julie A. Gerber
Marketing Indieworld- with co-authors Angela Hausman and Julie A. Gerber
Adult Fiction under the pen name Brit Lunden
Bulwark
The Knowing- A Bulwark Anthology
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August 10, 2016
Informative depiction accompanied by charming illustrations of life in Greece.
November 2, 2015
Yet another informative book in this lovely series. What I loved about this one is I actually learned a few new things. It's so much fun to learn with my daughter.
December 3, 2014
About the Book:
It’s never too early to start teaching children about the world around them. In If You Were Me and Lived in…Greece , early learners get a taste of what their life would be like if they lived in Greece while being introduced to the birthplace of democracy. This book is the latest installment of the educational series about the cultures of the world that speaks to young children about the topics that interest them, such as the foods people eat, the names of boys and girls, and the activities that children their age living in a foreign land are likely to engage in. This exciting visit to Greece also introduces the important concept of democracy to children and highlights some of the other cultural contributions that Greece has made to Western civilization. Basic information is offered in a playful way that won’t overwhelm children.
About the Author:
Award winning author Carole P. Roman is adding Greece to her growing collection of counties. The books have been embraced by both children and educators. The former social studies teacher lives on Long Island with her husband, children, and grandchildren.
My Review:
Introducing your child to the world around them and how far out it expands is an amazing thing to watch. As you watch and explain and show them these things their eyes light up from the shear acceptance of it all and they begin to soak up all this information like little "sponges". Carole Roman's If You Were Me And Lived In... series is full of small things about other countries that can be used as teaching tools for your children. In her latest, If You Were Me And Lived In...Greece, she teaches us a few new things about this great country.
The largest city in Greece is Athens and it is a very old city living now to be 3,400 years old. Athens earned its nickname "cradle of western civilization" because it is the birthplace of democracy. If you were a boy living in Greece your name may have been Georgios and if you were a girl it would be Sophia. Your father would be referred to as Baba and your grandpa Ya-ya. Greece is rich in culture and it doesn't fall short on sports there. The food served there is also very interesting! If you would like to purchase this book, you can at this link.
**Disclosure** This book was sent to me free of charge for my honest review from the author.
It’s never too early to start teaching children about the world around them. In If You Were Me and Lived in…Greece , early learners get a taste of what their life would be like if they lived in Greece while being introduced to the birthplace of democracy. This book is the latest installment of the educational series about the cultures of the world that speaks to young children about the topics that interest them, such as the foods people eat, the names of boys and girls, and the activities that children their age living in a foreign land are likely to engage in. This exciting visit to Greece also introduces the important concept of democracy to children and highlights some of the other cultural contributions that Greece has made to Western civilization. Basic information is offered in a playful way that won’t overwhelm children.
About the Author:
Award winning author Carole P. Roman is adding Greece to her growing collection of counties. The books have been embraced by both children and educators. The former social studies teacher lives on Long Island with her husband, children, and grandchildren.
My Review:
Introducing your child to the world around them and how far out it expands is an amazing thing to watch. As you watch and explain and show them these things their eyes light up from the shear acceptance of it all and they begin to soak up all this information like little "sponges". Carole Roman's If You Were Me And Lived In... series is full of small things about other countries that can be used as teaching tools for your children. In her latest, If You Were Me And Lived In...Greece, she teaches us a few new things about this great country.
The largest city in Greece is Athens and it is a very old city living now to be 3,400 years old. Athens earned its nickname "cradle of western civilization" because it is the birthplace of democracy. If you were a boy living in Greece your name may have been Georgios and if you were a girl it would be Sophia. Your father would be referred to as Baba and your grandpa Ya-ya. Greece is rich in culture and it doesn't fall short on sports there. The food served there is also very interesting! If you would like to purchase this book, you can at this link.
**Disclosure** This book was sent to me free of charge for my honest review from the author.
February 18, 2015
Living in Greece some people might call it the Hellenic Republic and some call it Hellas.
Athens which is the capital is more then 3,400 year old and is referred to as "the cradle of western civilization."
People living in Greece are luck cause they live in a democracy which means it is a government that is run by many people and not just one ruler.
The children have names like Georgios, Dimitrios, or Nikolaos for boys and Eleni, Katernia and Sophia for girls. Some of my friends have the same names so maybe they came from Greece?
Most children are names for there grandparents which is not uncommon. The grandmother is called Opa and the grandfather is called Ya-ya.
A famous tourist attraction is the Acropolis which is a rocky mountain that has an ancient fort on top. The Parthenon is a broken, columned building. Years ago this was a temple and was named for Athena Nike the goddess for whom Athens is named
Touring is fun but you have to eat so you might try fresh stuffed grape leaves, salad and tzatziki sauce. This sauce is very tangy and is made from yogurt and cumber which goes on roast lamb. Some might prefer freshly caught grilled octopus or grilled slabs of white cheese. As for myself, the best part of the meal is the dessert and that would be called loukoumades which is a doughnut covered with honey and cinnamon.
Tourists love to see the synchronized movements of the men in uniform which is the changing of the guard and takes place each morning at eleven so you have to remember to get there in time.
The New Year is started with a holiday called Casto Vassilopit and you would try to get lucky and find a hidden coin in your Basil cake. If you do it will mean that you will have good luck in the New Year You might check with your friends to see if they also found a hidden coin.
This book is a wonderful and informative for families thinking of planning a trip to Greece or just introducing younger children to a different culture. A great colorful and enjoyable read.
Athens which is the capital is more then 3,400 year old and is referred to as "the cradle of western civilization."
People living in Greece are luck cause they live in a democracy which means it is a government that is run by many people and not just one ruler.
The children have names like Georgios, Dimitrios, or Nikolaos for boys and Eleni, Katernia and Sophia for girls. Some of my friends have the same names so maybe they came from Greece?
Most children are names for there grandparents which is not uncommon. The grandmother is called Opa and the grandfather is called Ya-ya.
A famous tourist attraction is the Acropolis which is a rocky mountain that has an ancient fort on top. The Parthenon is a broken, columned building. Years ago this was a temple and was named for Athena Nike the goddess for whom Athens is named
Touring is fun but you have to eat so you might try fresh stuffed grape leaves, salad and tzatziki sauce. This sauce is very tangy and is made from yogurt and cumber which goes on roast lamb. Some might prefer freshly caught grilled octopus or grilled slabs of white cheese. As for myself, the best part of the meal is the dessert and that would be called loukoumades which is a doughnut covered with honey and cinnamon.
Tourists love to see the synchronized movements of the men in uniform which is the changing of the guard and takes place each morning at eleven so you have to remember to get there in time.
The New Year is started with a holiday called Casto Vassilopit and you would try to get lucky and find a hidden coin in your Basil cake. If you do it will mean that you will have good luck in the New Year You might check with your friends to see if they also found a hidden coin.
This book is a wonderful and informative for families thinking of planning a trip to Greece or just introducing younger children to a different culture. A great colorful and enjoyable read.
November 24, 2014
How much do you know about Greece? You probably know that that's where the Parthenon is, and that the capital city of Athens is considered to be the birthplace of democracy, but do you know what the currency was before it became the euro? Or how and when the Parthenon was so badly damaged?
One of the things I love about Carole P. Roman's "If You Were Me and Lived In…" series is that she includes interesting facts about the countries that many adults probably don't even know. For example, I didn't know how and when the Parthenon was damaged prior to reading this book – I always just incorrectly assumed the damage was purely age-related. Yet the books aren't fact-heavy to the point that kids will be bored or overwhelmed – Roman finds a nice balance of interesting and relevant facts that are introduced in a lighthearted way.
If You Were Me and Lived in...Greece provides not just historical facts, though, but also touches on topics like popular names (and where those names might have come from), common foods, and special holidays. There's also a pronunciation guide at the end of the book that provides the correct spelling, the phonetic pronunciation, and the equivalent English word.
While obviously there's a lot that isn't covered in this book (most notably Greek mythology, which I happen to be fascinated by), this is a great starting point for kids to learn more about Greek culture and history. While these books are written at an early elementary level, the information is interesting even for older kids (as evidenced by my teenage son's interest in "overhearing" the book as I read it to my younger kids).
I received this book complimentary for review purposes; all opinions are my own.
One of the things I love about Carole P. Roman's "If You Were Me and Lived In…" series is that she includes interesting facts about the countries that many adults probably don't even know. For example, I didn't know how and when the Parthenon was damaged prior to reading this book – I always just incorrectly assumed the damage was purely age-related. Yet the books aren't fact-heavy to the point that kids will be bored or overwhelmed – Roman finds a nice balance of interesting and relevant facts that are introduced in a lighthearted way.
If You Were Me and Lived in...Greece provides not just historical facts, though, but also touches on topics like popular names (and where those names might have come from), common foods, and special holidays. There's also a pronunciation guide at the end of the book that provides the correct spelling, the phonetic pronunciation, and the equivalent English word.
While obviously there's a lot that isn't covered in this book (most notably Greek mythology, which I happen to be fascinated by), this is a great starting point for kids to learn more about Greek culture and history. While these books are written at an early elementary level, the information is interesting even for older kids (as evidenced by my teenage son's interest in "overhearing" the book as I read it to my younger kids).
I received this book complimentary for review purposes; all opinions are my own.
December 17, 2014
I grouped my review together for these books. They are fantastic :)
These books are so fantastic for kids. I really wish my kids were still little, but I read them to my 10 yr old and he really enjoyed them as well. Each book tells you about where you can find each place. It tells about what kind of food they eat, what sports they like. It is fun to see the similarities in so many different cultures. AND the differences. What a great idea to write these books. Each book tells about an important day to each place, and what they would use for money. It's very insightful, for a children's book.
The illustrations are wonderful in the books. They are a quick and easy way to share with your children the difference and beauty of each culture in our world. Such a beautiful display of culture.
I enjoyed each book. They each had fun facts, and were interesting to read. If you have kids with friends from other countries this would be a fabulous way to introduce them to their culture. For me, I just wanted my son to see all the amazing people, and cultures that there are in our fabulous world. Each one is beautiful, and wonderful. I love this world we live in, and all the different people and cultures that add to that beauty.
Such a great idea!
Thanks to Carole P. Roman for your insight on each of these wonderful parts of our world.
Source: I was given these books by the author in return for an honest review. I was not compensated in any way for this review. These are my own PERSONAL thoughts on the books.
These books are so fantastic for kids. I really wish my kids were still little, but I read them to my 10 yr old and he really enjoyed them as well. Each book tells you about where you can find each place. It tells about what kind of food they eat, what sports they like. It is fun to see the similarities in so many different cultures. AND the differences. What a great idea to write these books. Each book tells about an important day to each place, and what they would use for money. It's very insightful, for a children's book.
The illustrations are wonderful in the books. They are a quick and easy way to share with your children the difference and beauty of each culture in our world. Such a beautiful display of culture.
I enjoyed each book. They each had fun facts, and were interesting to read. If you have kids with friends from other countries this would be a fabulous way to introduce them to their culture. For me, I just wanted my son to see all the amazing people, and cultures that there are in our fabulous world. Each one is beautiful, and wonderful. I love this world we live in, and all the different people and cultures that add to that beauty.
Such a great idea!
Thanks to Carole P. Roman for your insight on each of these wonderful parts of our world.
Source: I was given these books by the author in return for an honest review. I was not compensated in any way for this review. These are my own PERSONAL thoughts on the books.
July 17, 2016
It is never too early to start teaching your child about our great world and the countries and cultures that make it so wonderful. If you are a home-schooling parent, a teacher, a grandparent, librarian, or anyone else who loves reading to kids, this series should be at the top of your list.
Carole Roman has the talent for teaching early learners about other cultures and making it fun and interesting to them as well as to the adult reading it to them! Through words, vivid illustrations and even actual photographs, Roman takes you into Greece, explaining its language, food, and culture. While reading the book, I found myself getting hungry for some fabulous Greek food.
Greece is full of important history and sharing this book with your child will help them connect parts of our American culture to the Greek culture. A dictionary in the back of the book will help with Greek terms and their pronunciation.
Carole Roman has written several other wonderful books in this series including writing about the countries of Kenya, France, Mexico and Australia...just to name a few. Be sure to check out all the books in this IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN.... series.
Carole Roman has the talent for teaching early learners about other cultures and making it fun and interesting to them as well as to the adult reading it to them! Through words, vivid illustrations and even actual photographs, Roman takes you into Greece, explaining its language, food, and culture. While reading the book, I found myself getting hungry for some fabulous Greek food.
Greece is full of important history and sharing this book with your child will help them connect parts of our American culture to the Greek culture. A dictionary in the back of the book will help with Greek terms and their pronunciation.
Carole Roman has written several other wonderful books in this series including writing about the countries of Kenya, France, Mexico and Australia...just to name a few. Be sure to check out all the books in this IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN.... series.
November 20, 2014
Given To Me For An Honest Review
If You Were Me and Lived in...Greece: A Child's Introduction to Culture by Carole P. Roman is another fun book in a travel series for children through middle school. This book gives children a brief educational history trip about Greece. The "tour" of Greece is well illustrated and very entertaining. While reading you will find words used for many different things that are written along with the pronunciation and the meaning. There are foods shared along with their flavors. The most popular sport is soccer and the most favorite holiday is Feast of St. Basil. In the back of the book are listed the words, meanings and pronunciations that had been used in the main reading material. The pictures are illustrated really well. The colors picked for use are perfect for this country. It is a read along or a read alone depending on the age of your child. A great book for your child's bookshelf. I gave this book 5 stars but it really deserves more. I highly recommend this book to everyone. I look for more from Carole P. Roman.
If You Were Me and Lived in...Greece: A Child's Introduction to Culture by Carole P. Roman is another fun book in a travel series for children through middle school. This book gives children a brief educational history trip about Greece. The "tour" of Greece is well illustrated and very entertaining. While reading you will find words used for many different things that are written along with the pronunciation and the meaning. There are foods shared along with their flavors. The most popular sport is soccer and the most favorite holiday is Feast of St. Basil. In the back of the book are listed the words, meanings and pronunciations that had been used in the main reading material. The pictures are illustrated really well. The colors picked for use are perfect for this country. It is a read along or a read alone depending on the age of your child. A great book for your child's bookshelf. I gave this book 5 stars but it really deserves more. I highly recommend this book to everyone. I look for more from Carole P. Roman.
January 8, 2016
Award-winning Carole P Roman's series If You Were Me and Lived in...is a wonderful way to introduce children, ages pre-K to 8 years, to cultures of people around the world. Greece, beautifully illustrated by Kelsea Wierenga and simply written, is sure to capture a child's interest and imagination. A pronunciation guide at the back and embedded within the book enables children to learn simple words and names of places in Greece. From shopping for a koukla (doll) to visiting the Acropolis or the Parthenon, from eating stuffed grape leaves to playing soccer or learning about the Olympics, kids will learn about Grecian traditions, foods, and geography. It is well known that books can take an armchair reader (or one sitting on a lap) anywhere and Roman does a fantastic job of taking her readers to Greece, a place of beauty and age-old customs. Highly recommended for a child's library.
I received my book from a contest.
I received my book from a contest.
December 5, 2014
With her If You Were Me series, Carol P. Roman has provided children with a trip around the world, and the next stop is Greece. The series introduces unique cultures around the world by answering the questions that children would ask. The tour of Greece begins with a sense of place and history. Next you are introduced to the common given names of Greece and what young children call their parents and grandparents. Also explained are local foods, toys and games, holidays, and what you would visit if you were a tourist. The story is accompanied by interesting and colorful illustrations. There is also a pronunciation guide at the back of the book. As an example, Koukla (kouk-la)-doll. This is another in a series of great reference books for children.
February 7, 2015
Carole has this terrific series of books for children - If You Were Me and Lived in.... I have all of them and they are a phenomenal way to introduce children of all ages to different cultures, in a way that captivates their interest. These books have just enough interesting information to entertain children but not so much that they will shy away thinking it is too much work. I call it their accidental learning. If you have not read any of these books with your children you should consider it. They are awesome and entertaining. They teach children about the diversity in the world and how we are all people with different beliefs and ways of life - but still all the same.
I received this book in exchange for an honest review.
I received this book in exchange for an honest review.
November 21, 2014
Let's go to Greece and learn about this beautiful old country. Many of the things we have today started in Greece. We just need to look around. Wherever you look Greece shows the remnants of it's majestic past.
I love these books. A chance to teach our children about places they may never visit. It's written so well the children can easily understand it. The illustrations are amazing. The little in your life will want to read these again and again.
I found no issues.
I gave this one 5 cheers out of 5 because teaching tools are the best. ~Copy of book provided by author in exchange for a fair review~
I love these books. A chance to teach our children about places they may never visit. It's written so well the children can easily understand it. The illustrations are amazing. The little in your life will want to read these again and again.
I found no issues.
I gave this one 5 cheers out of 5 because teaching tools are the best. ~Copy of book provided by author in exchange for a fair review~
January 6, 2015
I always loved Greece. A place with such rich history. The place where many components of the modern world were born.
Carole takes us in a short but enlightening journey to this amazing country. Despite being a well known place, she tries to tell us about daily details and also about the historical legacy.
As usual is the mix between the lovely words and the extraordinary illustrations what makes this a great book.
If you have enjoyed the other books this one is clearly a great addition to the collection.
*** I received a complementary copy in exchange of an honest review. ***
Carole takes us in a short but enlightening journey to this amazing country. Despite being a well known place, she tries to tell us about daily details and also about the historical legacy.
As usual is the mix between the lovely words and the extraordinary illustrations what makes this a great book.
If you have enjoyed the other books this one is clearly a great addition to the collection.
*** I received a complementary copy in exchange of an honest review. ***
January 19, 2015
This is a wonderful teaching series for young kids and also for us adults. The pictures are cute and draws you in to each of the ideas that the author, Carole Roman expresses. There is a lot in the book that I didn't know and I like her explanation of the culture. It's really nice that she has a vocabulary list and a pronunciation guide to help with each new word in the country's language.
This is a great learning guide for those interested in other countries and cultures.
Carole sent me this book in exchange for a review.
This is a great learning guide for those interested in other countries and cultures.
Carole sent me this book in exchange for a review.
August 16, 2015
Greece is a country that’s rich in cultural. There are so many places to see and so much history to learn. I was very pleased when the author decided to write a book about this wonderful country. The book contains quite a few facts. Everyone read about some tourist sites, popular food and quite a bit of history facts about Greece. The pictures were adorable and the kids really enjoyed this book. I don’t have any more to say, other then the fact that this book definitely deserves a 5/5 star review.
November 23, 2014
I love how this book is not only a fun way for young children to learn all about Greece, but it it educational.Children can learn fun facts such as favorite foods and also what words they would use for grandmother and grandfather. One other thing I really like is that there are pronunciation guides. I often have a difficult time reading words in other languages without such help. I like that this makes it easy even for young children to learn. This is another winner by Carole P. Roman!
March 15, 2016
I read this series of books with my kids and we loved them! They had fun learning about the culture of each country, from what they eat, special celebrations, and translations to common words from each. I would recommend these books to anyone with kids, especially ones interested in geography. It's a great start for piquing their interest.
I received this series from the author through a giveaway. All opinions came from me :)
I received this series from the author through a giveaway. All opinions came from me :)
January 3, 2015
On the road to Greece, Carole shows us more cultural practices in a cute way. We learn all about where the Olympics stem from, what we call the money there and even what dolls are named. We learn about the great food and many government practices. These books are great for all ages, I found myself learning things from them that I never heard of. 5 easy going fangs.
January 4, 2015
In this edition of the series the author visits Greece with all the freshness and information as she did in the first book in the series. Did you know Greece is the birthplace of Democracy? Keep up with this series to learn everything you didn't know about other countries.
November 16, 2014
my kids really enjoyed this story. they enjoyed the pictures and learning about a different country. very fun and interesting.
January 20, 2015
Like all the other books in this particular series, my daughter and I enjoyed this one just the same. It is so nice to be able to sit down with my child and have a book that she can understand and learn about another country. She is learning so much since we have been reading these books.
All the books are set up the same. It is the pictures and information that are different. The fact that they do keep the same format is great, because you know what to expect. Like, you know at the beginning of the book you are going to see where Greece is on the globe and you are also going to see what the capital is and learn more about it. You will learn different names that children in Greece are given and what you would call your parents and grandparents. What I really love is how you learn about the important history through story and pictures. You also learn about the kinds of foods that they eat and special holidays. But let's not forget the most important of them all, you learn about the Olympics!
At the end of the book, you find a huge pronunciation guide, so that you can say the words correctly. The pictures are very colourful and give you an idea of what people and things look like in Greece.
All the books are set up the same. It is the pictures and information that are different. The fact that they do keep the same format is great, because you know what to expect. Like, you know at the beginning of the book you are going to see where Greece is on the globe and you are also going to see what the capital is and learn more about it. You will learn different names that children in Greece are given and what you would call your parents and grandparents. What I really love is how you learn about the important history through story and pictures. You also learn about the kinds of foods that they eat and special holidays. But let's not forget the most important of them all, you learn about the Olympics!
At the end of the book, you find a huge pronunciation guide, so that you can say the words correctly. The pictures are very colourful and give you an idea of what people and things look like in Greece.
December 9, 2014
Children have a wonderful curiosity for the world around them. Spark this by showing them how little children around the world live. This little book is packed full of information about the country and the children who live there. Each unfamiliar word has the pronunciation so that it can be pronounced correctly. The young reader will learn about customs, festivals, food, and historical information about the country. The back of the book includes a glossary for all of the new words.
My children enjoyed reading the book. The style of writing makes it more like a story than a list of facts. The information is presented in such a way that children are more likely to remember it. I liked the pronunciation help so we didn't have to try and guess how the words sounded. The series would make a great addition to any school library.
I received this book free of charge from Bostick Communication in exchange for my honest review.
My children enjoyed reading the book. The style of writing makes it more like a story than a list of facts. The information is presented in such a way that children are more likely to remember it. I liked the pronunciation help so we didn't have to try and guess how the words sounded. The series would make a great addition to any school library.
I received this book free of charge from Bostick Communication in exchange for my honest review.
January 18, 2015
In If You Were Me and Lived in...Greece, early learners get a taste of what their life would be like if they lived in Greece while being introduced to the birthplace of democracy. This exciting visit to Greece also introduces the important concept of democracy to children and highlights some of the other cultural contributions that Greece has made to Western civilization.
There are illustrations depicting current life and part of the history of Greece. As in the other books in the series, the reader will learn what he would call his mother and father and his grandparents. What the name of money for that country is and the name of a toy they might purchase for themselves. Holidays and school are touched on. In the back of the book, there are words with pronunciation guides that aid in understanding.
Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy from the author in exchange for my review. No compensation was received. Opinions are my own.
There are illustrations depicting current life and part of the history of Greece. As in the other books in the series, the reader will learn what he would call his mother and father and his grandparents. What the name of money for that country is and the name of a toy they might purchase for themselves. Holidays and school are touched on. In the back of the book, there are words with pronunciation guides that aid in understanding.
Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy from the author in exchange for my review. No compensation was received. Opinions are my own.
March 29, 2015
Could Athens, Greece really be 3400 years old? Yes, it has been called the “cradle of western civilization.” Plato and Aristotle were teachers in Greece thousands of years ago, and their teachings are still used today. People in Greece use Euro’s for money to buy things in the market. Visitors would want to see the Acropolis and The Parthenon, which was a temple for the goddess Athena Nike. When you were hungry you could eat stuffed grape leaves, tzatziki and roasted lamb. Every morning at eleven there is a ceremony of the guards. Greece is known for its Olympic Games which were created in the eight century B.C.
Young readers, parents and teachers will love this series that shares cultures from around the world. Readers who are curious about Greece will learn about its celebrations, history, food, family and more. The book comes with a flag. The back of the book has a guide that will help readers with pronunciation.
Young readers, parents and teachers will love this series that shares cultures from around the world. Readers who are curious about Greece will learn about its celebrations, history, food, family and more. The book comes with a flag. The back of the book has a guide that will help readers with pronunciation.
November 21, 2014
Nice introduction into Greek history and lifestyle
I have been a big fan of the IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN...series of children's books. Author Carole Roman does a wonderful job of bringing a little bit of the outside world to children.
There is history of Greece, foods, customs, names and more. The illustrations are colorful and pertinent to the story.
I've read all the previous books and this is the first one that I noticed some slight editing issues in. But it still is a fun book and a beginner resource book for children.
I recommend it to parents, teachers, homeschoolers and all children that want to learn about Greece.
NOTE: I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
I have been a big fan of the IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN...series of children's books. Author Carole Roman does a wonderful job of bringing a little bit of the outside world to children.
There is history of Greece, foods, customs, names and more. The illustrations are colorful and pertinent to the story.
I've read all the previous books and this is the first one that I noticed some slight editing issues in. But it still is a fun book and a beginner resource book for children.
I recommend it to parents, teachers, homeschoolers and all children that want to learn about Greece.
NOTE: I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
November 14, 2014
Here you will learn the capital is Athens and is known as the birthplace of democracy. Money used to be call drachmas, but now the use Euros. Common foods are stuffed grape leaves, octopus, or grilled slabs of white cheese. You will want to have dessert which is a donut covered with honey and cinnamon. This is where the Olympics originated. During the Feast of St. Basil if you find a coin in your piece of cake then you will have good luck all year.
I received a copy in exchange for my honest review.
I received a copy in exchange for my honest review.
November 19, 2014
I received this book for a fair and honest review.
Overview: Ms. Roman has made an excellent explanatory book on the culture of Greece.
Likes: This book is terrific for eight to ten-year-olds. Ms. Roman has taken a few commonalities between our cultures, and used them to lead to other specific differences.
Conclusion: This is a good book to teach children about the other countries. At least they’ll gain a basic understanding of Greek culture.
Overview: Ms. Roman has made an excellent explanatory book on the culture of Greece.
Likes: This book is terrific for eight to ten-year-olds. Ms. Roman has taken a few commonalities between our cultures, and used them to lead to other specific differences.
Conclusion: This is a good book to teach children about the other countries. At least they’ll gain a basic understanding of Greek culture.
December 7, 2014
SERIES REVIEW: What great all encompassing books for kids on countries all over the world. My son is constantly asking me about places all over the world, so these books are right up his alley. It presents great information in a way that is easy for kids to understand. It is like taking a tour of each of the counties within the pages of a book! 4 stars
January 6, 2015
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