If You Were Me and Lived in Greece

“So you see, if you were me, how life in Greece could really be.” If You Were Me and Lived in…Greece is the first book I’ve read in this early learning book series. What an interesting concept—teaching children what it would be like if they lived in different countries, visited famous landmarks, and participated in various customs. This non-fiction series awakens an appreciation and hunger for history in young readers. Not only is the reader entertained and educated, but also builds his/her vocabulary with words from each particular culture. If You Were Me and Lived in…Greece takes the reader through Athens, the Olympic games, and meals, names, activities, and landmarks unique to the area. How refreshing to read about peers growing up in different environments than the reader is accustomed to. I, as an adult reader, learned a thing or two. ;) One of the aspects I really enjoyed about this book is the diverse skin and hair colors of the children in