Books with title You Are There! Pompeii 79

Imagine you live in Pompeii in the year 79. There are rumblings, followed by a terrible explosion that darkens the city of Pompeii for 18 hours. Experience the terror of that momentous volcanic eruption from the point of view of a barber who lived and worked in Pompeii. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The intriguing sidebars, fascinating images, and detailed Reader's Guide prompt students to connect back to the text. The Think Link and Dig Deeper sections develop students' higher-order thinking skills. The Check It Out! section includes suggested books, videos, and websites for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex and rigorous content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.

Long ago, in a bustling village near the Bay of Naples in Italy, tragedy struck. This is the story of how a fictional resident of Pompeii may have experienced the explosion of Mount Vesuvius on that fateful day. Bring history to life with this nonfiction e-book that builds critical literacy skills while students are engaged in reading high-interest content. Featuring TIME content, this purposefully leveled text was developed by Timothy Rasinski, a leading expert in reading research. The intriguing sidebars feature fun facts that challenge students to think more deeply about the topics and develop higher-order thinking. Informational text features include a table of contents, captions, bold font, an extensive glossary, and a detailed index to deepen understanding and build academic vocabulary. The Try It! culminating activity requires students to connect back to the text, and the Reader's Guide provides opportunities for additional language-development activities. Aligned with McREL, WIDA/TESOL, and state standards, this title readies students for college and career.

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Imagine you live in Pompeii in the year 79 and the rumblings start, followed by a terrible explosion that darkens the city of Pompeii for 18 hours. The terror of that momentous volcanic eruption is detailed from the point of view of a barber who lives and works in Pompeii. Come experience this day from his perspective, and find out if he survives.