You Wouldn't Want to Live in Pompeii

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This is one volcanic eruption you'll never forget! 




Life is about to get super scary...

Imagine, you are a slave. You live in a Roman town, called Pompeii, in 79 CE. It's not so bad being a slave in Pompeii. Your owners treat you well and you live in a thriving city. But what's up with the dead fish floating in the river and the gas smell coming from the ground? You better say your prayers, because when Mount Vesuvius blows up, no one will be spared!

You can find out all about the horrible fate of the people of Pompeii and what remains of the Roman town today in You Wouldn't Want to Live in Pompeii, by John Malam. Some victims were even preserved for eternity! This is a great book to share in any social studies classroom when learning about historical events. The illustrations are fun and there is a lot of facts packed into this little book. Each page in itself, could lead to lots of discussion. While it's a lot to take in, I think it will be a neat way to explore life during different times for fifth grade and up. 

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