Children's Book Review: If You Were Me and Lived in....Israel and Poland By Carole P Roman

IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN...ISRAEL
A Child's Introduction to Culture Around the World

By: Carole P. Roman

Illustrated by: Kelsea Wierenga

Published: November 2, 2016

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Non-Fiction

I learned a lot while reading this book about Israel. Some things I knew, of course, like about the city of Jerusalem being a mecca of religions. But, others, like the fact that they read from right to left in Israel, I had no idea. I would love to experience the Dead Sea some day and see if all that salt really does make you float.

As like the other books in this series, Roman takes the reader through the basics of living in the country including family and food description that will make you salivate. The illustrations are fitting for the country including clothing and skin color. The glossary at the back defines the unknown terms and offers pronunciations.

IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN...POLAND
A Child's Introduction to Culture Around the World

By: Carole P. Roman

Illustrated by: Kelsea Wierenga

Published: August 27, 2016

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Non-Fiction

I think Poland is one of those countries rarely talked about in school unless you are studying WWII. Most of what I know about Poland, I've learned from stories I've read during WWII and nothing current. So, I found much to learn in this book that is part of Roman's wonderful series that teaches children about the culture and language of countries all over the world.

I was fascinated by the salt mine that you could tour if visiting Krakow. I likely wouldn't be able to handle it as I am claustrophobic, but it sounds like it is quite a site to see. I also had no idea that Poland was the place for birdIs to migrate and breed during the summers in Europe. It would be fun to "spot the gnomes" while visiting Poland as well.

Wonderful illustrations, a bit of history, and current facts will give both children and parents plenty to learn about Poland.

Carole P. Roman is the award-winning author of the Captain No Beard series. Both Captain No Beard-An Imaginary Tale of a Pirate's Life and Captain No Beard and the Aurora Borealis have received the Kirkus Star of Exceptional Merit. The first book in the series was named to Kirkus Reviews Best 2012. Captain No Beard and the Aurora Borealis has just been named to Kirkus Reviews Best of 2015. Each book in the series has won numerous awards including the NABE Pinnacle Award, ERIK Award for 2013, ForeWord Review Five Star and Finalist in the Book of the Year, and Reader's Views Children's Book of the Year 2013, Shelf Unbound Best Series, Back to School Resource Winner, IAN, National Indie Excellence Award, MoonBeam Award for If You Were Me and Lived in...Scotland. She is also the author of the award-winning non-fiction culture series If You Were Me and Lived in...exploring customs and culture around the world. She co-authored Navigating Indieworld: A Beginner's Guide To Self-Publishing and Marketing Your Book, which earned a 5 Star ForeWord Review Clarion Review. Roman lives on Long Island with her husband and near her children and grandchildren. Check out Carole's website, HERE. 


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Children's Book Review: If You Were Me and Lived in...Brazil By Carole P. Roman

IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN....BRAZIL
A Child's Introduction to Culture Around the World

By: Carole P. Roman

Illustrated by: Kelsea Wierenga

Published: July 7, 2016

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Non-Fiction

With all the excitement of the 2016 Olympics, your children may be asking about the country of Brazil. Roman's book, like her others in this cultural series, will answer all their questions and more.

Not just focusing on the large cities in Brazil, but the rainforest and other famous tour locations, Roman shares the numerous things to love about Brazil. From the language to the activities, children will get a sense of what an average child would experience if they lived in Brazil.

I had no idea that Brazil was the world's largest producer of coffee in the world. I'll have to pay more attention to where my coffee comes from.

The illustrations are bold and drawn to show accurate descriptions of the land and people. I loved how Wierenga portrayed a family taking a selfie at the Christ the Redeemer statue, a famous tourist location in Brazil. Wierenga uses a unique way of placing her illustrations in front of actual photos of the country.

Like the others in this series, children and parents will find much to learn about the country.  This book would make another great asset to a school, home and community library.

Carole P. Roman

Award winning author Carole P. Roman is a former teacher turned businesswoman. She has successfully run a family business with her husband. Her most favorite job is being a grandmother to her many grandchildren. She currently lives on Long Island with her husband. Carole has written several books for children including the IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN...series as well as a fiction series for children, CAPTAIN NO BEARD involving lots of fun adventure and imagination. For more on Carole, visit her website, caroleproman.com. You can see all of Roman's books by clicking, HERE

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Thanks to the author for sending a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. This review is my honest opinion. I was not compensated in any way for this review. If you choose to purchase the book through the above link, I may receive a small commission without you having to pay a cent more for your purchase. Thanks for supporting SincerelyStacie.com. 

Children's Book Review: If You Were Me and Lived in...Egypt By Carole P. Roman

IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN...EGYPT
A Child's Introduction to Culture Around the World

By: Carole P Roman

Illustrated by: Kelsea Wierenga

Published: February 27, 2016

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Non-Fiction

Carole Roman is continuing her series of informational books for children that introduces them to countries and cultures all over our world. I have shared many of the books in this series with you and you can see them all by entering IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN in the search box to the right.

This book shares the many wonderful pieces of heritage and culture from those who live in Egypt. There is so much to share about this country's history from it being one of our oldest nations to the ancient pyramids. It is hard to fathom how many years the pyramids have stood and been visited by millions.

 Food is very much a part of their culture and the unique dishes might make children curious about what is delicious and a treat to children in Egypt. I found their national holiday of Sham -al-Nessim to resemble one of our family's favorite holiday traditions. I wonder if that is where we got it from.

The illustrations seem very accurate to the culture and are sometimes placed over actual photos of the land or scenery of Egypt. The expressions help tell the family's story as we travel through some of their favorite parts of living in Egypt.

Roman has not left anything out and opens the doors of yet another interesting culture, introducing readers to the language, the food, and the uniqueness of Egypt. Another wonderful addition to the series.

Carole P. Roman

Award winning author Carole P. Roman is a former teacher turned businesswoman. She has successfully run a family business with her husband. Her most favorite job is being a grandmother to her many grandchildren. She currently lives on Long Island with her husband. Carole has written several books for children including the IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN...series as well as a fiction series for children, CAPTAIN NO BEARD involving lots of fun adventure and imagination. For more on Carole, visit her website, caroleproman.com. You can see all of Roman's books by clicking, HERE.

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I will be linking up this review with Booking Mama's regular Saturday feature, Kid Konnection. Her feature offers bloggers a place to share their posts related to children's and YA books. To see all these posts, click HERE.


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Thanks to the author for sending a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. This review is my honest opinion. I was not compensated in any way for this review. If you choose to purchase the book through the above link, I may receive a small commission without you having to pay a cent more for your purchase. Thanks for supporting SincerelyStacie.com. 

Children's Book Review: If You Were Me and Lived in...China By Carole P Roman

IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN...CHINA
A Child's Introduction to Culture Around the World

By: Carole P Roman

Illustrated by: Kelsea Wierenga

Published: May 14, 2015

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Non-Fiction

I have introduced nearly every single book in this fabulous series of books by Carole P Roman. I absolutely love how each book teaches the unique parts of the particular country while speaking to the level of the child. Roman knows just what the kids would want to know and shares the facts in a fun way with vivid illustrations. The best part? The parents can learn right along with the child.

I found the facts about China really interesting. There were several things that I didn't know about including the thousands of clay sculptures found buried over 2,000 years ago. I bet kids would be surprised to learn that a certain sport is what finally helped repair the China and United State's relationship.

I think this book about China has the most information compared to the rest of Roman's books, but there are so many fascinating things to learn that I'm sure it was hard to leave anything out. Children will learn that family, tradition, and food are very important to people who live in China.

If your child has to prepare a report on a different country this school year, be sure that you look for these books by Carole P Roman. They are a wealth of information and would make a perfect addition to a home or school library.

If you enter "Carole P. Roman" into my search bar on the right side of my blog, you will see the many reviews of her wonderful books, including her fictional series CAPTAIN NO BEARD. I can't stop raving about this wonderful author and her books.

Carole P Roman

Award winning author Carole P. Roman is a former teacher turned businesswoman. She has successfully run a family business with her husband. Her most favorite job is being grandmother to her many grandchildren. She currently lives on Long Island with her husband. Carole has written several books for children including the IF YOU WERE ME AND LIVED IN...series as well as a fiction series for children, CAPTAIN NO BEARD involving lots of fun adventure and imagination. For more on Carole, visit her website, caroleproman.com. You can see all of Roman's books by clicking, HERE.

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I will be linking up with Booking Mama and other bloggers on her weekly KID KONNECTION. Every Saturday, other bloggers share links to posts related to children's and YA books. To see all the great posts, click HERE. 

Thanks to the author for sending a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. This review is my honest opinion. I was not compensated in any way for this review. If you choose to purchase a copy of this book through the above link, I may receive a small commission with you having to pay a cent more for your purchase. Thanks for supporting SincerelyStacie.com.