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Alexander's Athenian Adventure – review and giveaway

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Alongside the history day, I also want to squeeze in a quick review of a book I was sent that fitted in with today’s theme. Alexander’s Athenian Adventure, as you might imagine is set mainly in historic Athens. There’s a wealth of historic information about the society of the time, set it a quick moving adventure about political intrigue, though aimed at children probably around 10. Big didn’t find it a desperately satisfying read, though I did wonder if that was in part as there are no girls allowed to do anything much in the main body of the book (as was the case in Ancient Greek). I’ve sent off a copy with a friend’s son, so hopefully he’ll report back as to what he thinks soon 🙂

Along with the copy we were sent for review, I’ve *three* copies to give away. Entry by comment below, and you can get an extra entry for sharing the post by twitter or fb or blog. (Please leave an extra comment for each of those things you do, I really can’t track them otherwise!)

UK only, runs til 13th April at midnight, and I’ll use a random number generator to pick the winners. If you don’t respond to me within a week, I’ll pick someone else!

This is book 75 of my hundred book challenge.

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About Jax Blunt

I'm the original user, Jax Blunt. I've been blogging for 20 years, give or take, and if you want to know me, read me :)

I talk about home education, autism, ADHD, EDS, gaming, books, crafts.... did I mention ADHD? It turns out there may be a reason my brain is full of all the things all the time.

I was a programmer, I've been a montessori teacher, I've run charity shops, lead a support team but more often than not I'm at home, making a living around making a life for me and my children.

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  1. ema says

    I would love to receive a copy of this for Boo, she’s not 10 yet (not for quite a while!) but she is enjoying learning things well above her age – the joys of HomeEd

  6. sarah allcoat says

    I have a little bookworm in mind for this who devours books. Thanks for the chance to win.
    BTW have you tried the Roman Mystery series of books by Caroline Lawrence. My daughter loved them and they are definitely aimed more at girls.
    @medsdemon

  11. Rosie says

    I love the sound of this- Spot the primary school teacher on holiday… my students will enjoy history being brought to life through the narrative
    I saw your tweet I am @kohsamuirosie

  12. Rosie says

    tweeted @kohsamuirosie
    How is the homeschooling? I’m busy right now with tutoring during the easter vacation- lots of children preparing for exams-

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