Saturday, January 17, 2015

If You Were Me & Lived in Greece...... Peru [A child's introduction to cultures] (Review & Giveaway)

About the series: It's never too early to start teaching children about the world around them. This educational series about the cultures of the world 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. Basic information is offered in a playful way that won't overwhelm children.

Today we're looking at Carole P. Roman's latest two books in the series, Peru and Greece.

Greece


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.


Peru

In  If You Were Me and Lived in Peru, you discover South America and gain a colorful glimpse into what living in Peru is like. Highlighting a myriad of topics, including language, cuisine, climate, and history, this book teaches kids about diversity while also revealing to them the important truth that we are all connected.

I like that the author has touched on the history of the Inca in Peru and the ancient city built on a mountain. Also, that the potato is indigenous to Peru and a staple in their diet.

The books "Greece" and "Peru" follow the stylized pattern that Roman has established for this series. To date she has published books on the following: South Korea, France, Norway, Kenya, Turkey, India,  Australia, Russia, Portugal, Greece, and Peru.

GIVEAWAY: Use the Rafflecopter form below to enter. You may be blessed to be the winner of  one copy each of "Greece" and "Peru" that Carole P.Roman is so generously providing. Begins January 18 & ENDS February 9  @ 12:01 a.m. EDT. Open to USA addresses only.
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DISCLOSURE: I was provided a complimentary copy of these books by the author in exchange for my review. Opinions expressed are solely my own. I was not compensated for this review.

24 comments:

  1. I am interested in the If I lived in Turkey because I am half Turkish and although we visit I have never lived there.

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  2. Poland, It is a fascinating and beautiful country.I am 1/2 Polish and everytime I am there, I don't ever want to leave, especially the wonderful food.

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    1. To answer the question, I would choose Greece with it's amazing history!

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  3. I find Russia fascinating. It's such a mix of Europe and Asia. Their history is rich and somewhat mysterious. And the architecture is so distinct. I'd love to go there someday!

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  4. I would choose Finland since that was where my grandma was from

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  5. I have never visited Greece or Peru, but I have heard that they are beautiful places! I did visit Ecuador, which is on Peru's border, the people are very nice and the food is great too!!! I also have a friend whose Dad is from Peru, so I have also heard a great deal about Peru as well!!!

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  6. I would love to go back to Costa Rica, I would love to go back, I went on a mission trip with my church, and we stayed in the sort of tree house in the middle of the rainforest! This is an awesome place to visit and an interesting place to learn about! We went to help with reforestation, or re-branding trees on the mountainsides, because they had cut them down to make money but then realized that they were much needed to keep the water on the mountains! People do not realize the damage they do until it is too late, so much of the time! We need to learn to treasure natural resources and guard them so that future generations will be able to enjoy things we sometimes take for granted! I would love her to write a book on Costa Rica or Central America! Thanks for the opportunity to win! God Bless and Good Luck to Everyone! I would be so honored to win! Have a wonderful, blessed day!

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  7. Sounds like a great series - I just love books that introduce kids to countries and cultures in an approachable way.

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  8. India has always intrigued me (and yes, I know there are far more than just one culture there!) I think this is a wonderful series! Thanks for sharing it at Booknificent Thursday this week!
    Tina

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  9. Ecuador interests me because my hubby is from there.

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  10. No, I haven't visited either place. I am interested in visiting Europe.

    :) Smile!

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  11. Peru sounds fantastic because that's where Paddington Bear is from and we are all about Paddington now since the movie came out! Visiting from Kid Lit Blog Hop :)

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  12. Great giveaway! I love books that take readers on a journey to places they may otherwise never experience. Thank you for sharing!

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  13. I haven't visited Greece or Peru, but both countries are high on my list of places to visit.

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  14. I have never visited Greece or Peru, but I wouldn't be against it!
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  15. I would like to visit Australia, it sounds really cool and different!
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  16. I am interested in studying Canada (Quebec) with my children as it is my direct heritage.

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  17. I have not visited Greece or Peru but would love to travel outside the U.S. more with my family.

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  18. Peru - we have some friends who have gone on trips there.

    Gloria

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  19. Gloria

    I have never visited either, but would like to visit Greece first

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  20. I have never visited either Greece or Peru. Given the choice, I probably would choose Peru!

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  21. I love experiencing all different types of cultures. Given the opportunity, I would travel all over the world!

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  22. We were stationed in Turkey and visited Greece at that time. I would love to read up on the culture of Greece

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  23. Asian cultures!
    Every since I was little (about 5)I have always been interested in it over there.
    My kids are also part Asian as well! imagine that :)

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