From the series Cities Through Time
Rome
Reading Level Grades 1-2Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2024
Reviewed
From the series Cities Through Time
Reading Level Grades 1-2Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2024
ReviewedFrom Republic to ruins, the city of Rome has a long history! This exciting nonfiction title takes a brief look at important events from Rome’s past through narrative text and vibrant illustrations. A timeline reinforces the text, while special features prepare the reader and ask them to think beyond the text. This chronicle of Rome’s rises and falls is sure to keep beginning readers eagerly turning pages!
Blastoff Jimmy leads readers on a mission to learn about famous cities around the world. Mission goals at the beginning of the book set a purpose for reading, like learning about different periods in history and groups that have lived in the city being discussed. Brightly colored illustrations show people, art and architecture, and other iconic images of the city. Short paragraphs cover highlights of major time periods in the city’s history such as the fall of Tenochtitlán or the reign of Emperor Augustus. Glossary terms are bolded within the text and may also appear as labels in the illustrations. Back matter includes a time line, a world map with the city’s location circled, reflection questions, an activity to extend learning, and suggestions for further reading. The Factsurfer website offers additional resources. VERDICT A useful series for primary grades comparing past and present.
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