If You Were Me and Lived in...China
This is an essential entry in the series, and a valuable window into China for young readers. Carole P. Roman’s formula for explaining the basics of other cultures around the... Read More
Books We've Reviewed by Carole P. Roman
A Flag for the Flying Dragon
Roman smoothly weaves lessons on responsibility, teamwork, and perseverance into her entertaining tale. Captain No Beard and his hardworking crew are off on another fun,... Read More
If You Were Me and Lived in... Hungary
A solid and entertaining choice for parents and teachers who want to bring Hungary a little closer to home. Using an appealing and diverse array of facts and illustrations,... Read More
Fribbet the Frog and the Tadpoles
This charming nautical tale is both educational and fun. In this ninth installment of Carole P. Roman’s Captain No Beard series, "Fribbet the Frog and the Tadpoles", Fribbet... Read More
If You Were Me and Lived in...Greece
Roman’s latest book goes to Greece to teach new vocabulary and cultural concepts to English-speaking children in a context they can understand. Around the world in eighty... Read More
If You Were Me and Lived in...Peru
Roman applies her winning formula to Peru in a richly detailed book that makes cultural awareness fun. Add one more pin to the classroom map. This time we’re going to Peru, in... Read More
If You Were Me and Lived in...Portugal
Roman has embedded her latest cultural education book with precise yet lighthearted fun. Veteran social studies teacher and award-winning author Carole P. Roman has added... Read More
If you were me and lived in... Russia
Through clever armchair globe-trotting, children can have fun learning about Russia. With the latest installment in her award-winning If You Were Me and Lived In… series,... Read More
The Crew Goes Coconuts!
Captain No Beard and his colorful crew do battle with bullying in this fun, entertaining story. The sixth volume in the Captain No Beard series, "The Crew Goes Coconuts!" is a... Read More
If You Were Me and Lived in... Australia
Roman transports young armchair travelers Down Under in her latest captivating book. Award-winning author Carole P. Roman’s If You Were Me and Lived In… series turns... Read More
The Treasure of Snake Island
Kids will learn about the possibilities for adventure found in books in this colorfully illustrated pirate tale. Captain No Beard and his crew—sisters Hallie and Cayla, along... Read More
If You Were Me and Lived in...India
Roman’s conversational tone keeps the book interesting and inspires kids’ curiosity for other cultures. Carole P. Roman continues her award-winning children’s series... Read More