British Museum: So You Think You'Ve Got It Bad? A Kid'S Life - Paperback invites young readers on a lively journey into ancient Rome, mixing humor with history. Written for curious kids and budding historians, this kid-friendly guide explores daily life among Roman children and the grand stories of the era, with an adventurous, educational tone that makes learning feel like an exciting expedition.
Award-winning author Chae Strathie brings the past to life with wit, while experts from the British Museum help ensure accuracy. The book is thoughtfully structured into engaging, bite-sized sections that feel like a friendly tour through a day in a Roman child's life—from meals and clothes to chores, games, and surprising customs. Lush illustrations by Marisa Morea accompany the text, enriching the pages with vivid scenes of bustling streets, colorful outfits, and curious moments. The experience blends storytelling with clear lessons, keeping a brisk pace and a playful spirit that invites kids to turn the page again and again. In addition to entertaining anecdotes, the book naturally covers key concepts about ancient Rome and presents them in an approachable way that makes history feel accessible and memorable.
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Key content elements: daily life of Roman children, food, clothing, chores, games, and social customs
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Interactive or standout features: engaging storytelling with humorous asides and vivid illustrations
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Learning outcomes: historical empathy, curiosity about the ancient world, and a better understanding of how people lived long ago
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Writing or illustration style: warm, kid-friendly narration paired with bright, detailed art by Marisa Morea
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Author and expert collaboration: written by Chae Strathie with insights from British Museum experts
After finishing British Museum: So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid'S Life, readers gain a vivid sense of how children lived in ancient Rome, along with a spark of curiosity that fuels future journeys into history. The warm, inviting voice leaves them feeling inspired, more confident asking questions, and eager to discover even more about the ancient world.
