Exploring the world has never easier—or more fun!—than with Carole P. Roman’s award-winning If You Were Me and Lived In… children’s series. Continuing its globetrotting tradition, If You Were Me and Lived in…Russia explores the magic and wonder of this captivating country. As children ages three to eight take a leisurely stroll around Russia, they will come across some of the country’s most recognizable sites, including the Kremlin, St. Basil’s Cathedral, and the Red Square. Learn about Russia’s yummy delicacies, like borscht and caviar, before playing popular Russian games like chess and “fipe”—a game children may know better as “tag”! Brimming with these and other fascinating facts, If You Were Me and Lived in…Russia is the perfect way to both entertain and educate your children about the great big world that exists outside their windows. From Russia’s festive New Year’s celebrations to popular Russian names, this charming addition to the If You Were Me and Lived in… family explains everything there is to know about one of the world’s most historic destinations. Carole P. Roman is the award-winning author of the If You Were Me and Lived in… series, which won the Pinnacle Award for Best in Children’s Nonfiction in 2012. She collaborated on this installment in the series with her five-year-old grandson, Alexander. Roman also writes the Captain No Beard series, the first of which was named a Kirkus Best of 2012, received a Star of Remarkable Merit, and won the Pinnacle Award in 2012.
Praise
“This is a fun and informative book written in a clear and digestible format for children ages 4-8.”—The Children’s Book Review
About the Author
Carole P Roman
Carole P. Roman’s is the award winning author of the nonfiction If You Were Me and Lived in… series of children’s books. The first title in the collection, entitled If You Were Me and Lived in…Mexico, won the Pinnacle Award for Best in Children’s Nonfiction in 2012. Her latest entry in the series, If You Were Me and Lived in…Russia was inspired by her grandson. Roman has also found success with her Captain No Beard children’s books. Her debut, Captain No Beard: An Imaginary Tale of a Pirate’s Life, was named a Kirkus Best of 2012, received a Star of Remarkable Merit, and won the Pinnacle Award in 2012.
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Raymond Langer on
What excites me about these books is exposing kids to the culture and the world around us. Kids are prone to see only what goes on around them and not see the bigger picture.
I really love that this series is targeted to young children. There are so few books with good quality information in them. These would be great to use for an introduction to geography.
Everything excites me about this series! Such a fantastic learning tool, and I love how it displays the wonderful similarities and differences kids around the world (and adults too!) all share!
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What excites me about these books is exposing kids to the culture and the world around us. Kids are prone to see only what goes on around them and not see the bigger picture.
I really love that this series is targeted to young children. There are so few books with good quality information in them. These would be great to use for an introduction to geography.
It gets kids thinking about other places instead of just where they live.
I’d love to win this set of books to give to my nieces and nephews!
i like that it exposes kids to a variety of different cultures and ethnicities
I am excited to learn about other places in the world!
What a great series! A fabulous way to expose kids to other cultures. Thanks!
I love books from different cultures
How much the kids will love it.
Everything excites me about this series! Such a fantastic learning tool, and I love how it displays the wonderful similarities and differences kids around the world (and adults too!) all share!
Everyone, especially children, will benefit tremendously learning about diversity!
I’m always excited to see new geography books! So exciting!
That the kids will learn about different cultures.
Perfect for young readers interested in other places.
Can’t wait to read these with my niece and nephew!
I love everything about this series