{"title":"Sylvia Whitman","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enchanting world of Sylvia Whitman! Known for her captivating children's books that blend history with storytelling, Sylvia Whitman has a unique talent for making the past come alive for young readers. Her narratives are a perfect blend of educational content and engaging adventures, designed to spark curiosity and inspire learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her standout works, \u003cem\u003eDecide \u0026amp; Survive: The Destruction of Pompeii\u003c\/em\u003e, offers young readers an immersive experience into one of history's most famous disasters. Through interactive choices and vivid descriptions, children can explore the ancient city of Pompeii and its dramatic fate, making learning history both fun and impactful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSylvia Whitman's books are perfect for young history enthusiasts or any child eager to embark on an exciting journey through time. With engaging storytelling and thoughtfully crafted characters, her narratives not only entertain but also educate, making them a valuable addition to any child's reading collection.\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\/sylvia-whitman.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}