Veritas Press Catalog 2008/2009 - (Page 24) T History Pockets Sandi Johnson A pocket full of projects on both Ancient Greece and Rome, written as if they had the Veritas Press history cards in mind. A variety of interactive exercises help bring these periods alive. The result will be an attractive portfolio of demonstrated learning for assessment and display. Soft 96p Ancient Greece (shown) #210-322 Ancient Rome #210-324 H I R D G R A D E In Search of a Homeland: The Story of the Aeneid Penelope Lively Little Miriam of Galilee Edith Martin A dishonest tax collector and a poor wheat harvest mean Miriam’s family could lose their home. But God helps in a way they hadn’t expected. Rare, great historical fiction in Bible times. Soft 121p 24 #136-487 $6.00 $14.99 $14.99 If you liked Black Ships Before Troy then you will love this book A poignant retelling of the arduous journeys of Trojan warrior Aeneas. The illustrations bring to life the wonderful story of the poet Virgil in a very readable form for children. Hard 120p 3, 6 #490-565 $29.95 Lives of Famous Romans Olivia Coolidge Gain a panoramic view of Roman history through biographies of twelve of the most powerful ancient Romans. Includes Cicero, Julius Caesar, Vergil, Horace and Hadrian. Styled like Plutarch’s Lives, yet geared to the younger student. Soft 222p #027-495 $15.95 Interfact Series We were a bit skeptical about a book and computer CD combined resource until our son, Parker (then at age 10) got his hands on it and loved it. A superb way to entice your student to review and enjoy learning. Soft 48p Mac/PC Interfact: Ancient Greece #587-010 Interfact: Romans (shown) #587-030 History Through the Ages Amy Pak ★★★★★ See page 16 for further details. 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Soft 153p 26 #136-505 $4.50 $8.99 The Kingfisher Atlas of the Ancient World Simon Adams The Mystery of the Roman Colosseum Carole Marsh $15.95 Part of the Carole Marsh mystery series. Join Mimi, Papa, Grant and Christina as they explore Italy on scooters and floating gondolas. Mimi is there to write a new book and while doing research discovers a puzzling advertisement that starts them on a mysterious adventure. Great for the reluctant reader. Soft 132p 26, 27 #305-441 $5.95 Great resource. See page 16. Hard 48p #290-067 The Ides of April Mary Ray Kingfisher History Encyclopedia See description on page 16. #340-020 $29.95 A great piece of historical fiction for children. Outstanding as a read-aloud or for the advanced student. Hylas is a Greek slave in the household of Caius Pomponius, a Roman Senator involved in political schemes. When the senator is found mysteriously murdered, the household slaves fall under suspicion. 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