We love this book because it is:
a fantastic insight into life in Roman Britain
the twins experience opposing perspectives of life under Roman rule
filled with facts and examples of life under the Romans
illustrated to bring the descriptions of Roman events and artefacts to life
Learning opportunities:
History ~ The Romans
History ~ What did the Romans bring to England?
History ~ Gladiators
History ~ Roman Soldiers
Writing ~ research and write a non-chronological report about Boudicca
Writing ~ write a diary entry after Scarlett & Thomas are separated
Writing ~ write two opposing newspaper articles detailing the Roman’s arrival
Debate ~ ‘What if we would rather be free, even if that means being poor?’
DT ~ design & build your own time machine
Geography ~ The Roman Empire
Writing ~ write your own mini historical story set during the Romans - what event will you travel back in time to see?