Book details
Ancient Rome and Pompeii: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #13: Vacation Under the Volcano
Published in
2012
on Goodreads (856)
Description
Magic Tree House Research Guides are now Magic Tree House Fact Trackers! Track the facts with Jack and Annie! When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #13: Vacation Under the Volcano, they had lots of questions about ancient Rome, including how it became an empire, where Romans went for fun, what happened to the town of Pompeii, and what we have learned from it. Filled with up-to-date information, photos, illustrations, and fun tidbits from Jack and Annie, the Magic Tree House Fact Trackers provide the perfect way for kids to learn more about the topics they discovered in their favorite Magic Tree House adventures. The series, celebrating 25 years, offers books that serve as nonfiction companions to the fiction stories, making them useful for teachers to meet common core text pairing needs.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
128 pages
Book in series
#14
Why to read
- Enhances Historical Understanding: Reading 'Ancient Rome and Pompeii' provides a detailed look into the rich history and culture of Ancient Rome, allowing readers to gain a deeper understanding of the historical context surrounding the events in 'Magic Tree House #13: Vacation Under the Volcano'.
- Complements the Fictional Story: This nonfiction companion book is designed to complement the fictional adventure of Jack and Annie, providing factual background that enriches the reader's experience and knowledge about the time period and setting of the story.
- Educational Value: The book is packed with educational content, including information about Roman daily life, architecture, society, and the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius. It serves as a valuable resource for young readers interested in history, archaeology, and geography.
- Engaging Learning Experience: Mary Pope Osborne has a talent for making history accessible and interesting for children. The book includes illustrations, photographs, and diagrams that help to engage readers and bring the world of Ancient Rome and Pompeii to life in an exciting way.