{"title":"Slyvia Whitman","description":"\u003cp\u003eSylvia Whitman is a celebrated author known for her engaging and educational children's books that capture the imagination and spark curiosity about historical events. Whitman's writing is characterised by a unique ability to make history come alive for younger readers, blending factual accuracy with compelling narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her captivating works is the popular book \u003cem\u003eDecide \u0026amp; Survive: The Destruction of Pompeii\u003c\/em\u003e. This book invites young readers to step back in time to the ancient city of Pompeii, encouraging them to explore the choices and challenges faced by its inhabitants during a pivotal moment in history. Through the 'Decide \u0026amp; Survive' series, Sylvia Whitman opens a gateway to understanding the past in an engaging and interactive way, allowing children to make decisions and see the outcomes unfold, enhancing their learning experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhitman's collection is perfect for parents and educators seeking to introduce children to significant historical events while fostering critical thinking and decision-making skills. Discover Sylvia Whitman's books and let your child embark on educational adventures that will both entertain and inform.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"decide-survive-the-destruction-of-pompeii-by-sylvia-whitman-9781638191803","title":"Decide \u0026 Survive: The Destruction of Pompeii","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fast-paced, interactive adventure series for kids, featuring death-defying moments in history! This time featuring the destruction of Pompeii!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe eruption of Mount Vesuvius in southern Italy in 79 A.D. is perhaps the most famous disaster in world history. Young readers make decisions and determine their own survival by joining the inhabitants of Pompeii in the days and hours before and after the devastation in \u003ci\u003eDecide and Survive: Destruction of Pompeii\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDon't forget: YOU, the reader, are in the driver's seat! This time, you're eleven-year-old Quentus, a Roman scribe and slave who's tasked with saving civilisation, and himself, from a huge obstacle—a live volcano! With each page turn YOU decide which way the story, and mystery, unravels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA book like no other—to be used in a variety of ways—challenges puzzle-solving readers and ignites a love of history for life. The perfect gift or educational book, slyly written as an interactive narrative adventure, will delight and enthrall avid and reluctant readers with its energy and excitement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn added educational bonus: extensive backmatter includes a timeline and information about how we're still learning about the tragedy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the \u003ci\u003eDecide \u0026amp; Survive\u003c\/i\u003e series: Your Call to Adventure! Dear Reader, this is your story. You control how history happens through the choices you make. Don't read this book from the first page to the last. Instead, follow the directions at the bottom of each page. When you're offered options, choose wisely because your decision could end in disaster as easily as triumph. No matter how your story ends, feel free to start over and create a different story with a new outcome. Adventure, mystery, danger, and fortune await. Good luck!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46993515380972,"sku":"9781638191803","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6993943482771.jpg?v=1763093792"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/slyvia-whitman.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}