Books About Pompeii

The Best Pompeii Books for Kids

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Our 5 Favorite Books About Pompeii

Ancient Rome and Pompeii
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2006

Ancient Rome and Pompeii

Uncover ancient Rome's secrets with Jack and Annie's fact-finding adventure.

128 pages· 6,707 words· Est. 56 min read
4.1 Goodreads · 897 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Join Jack and Annie as they unravel the mysteries of ancient Rome. From the rise of the empire to the fate of Pompeii, their journey is filled with intriguing discoveries. What secrets will they uncover about Roman life and history? Dive into a world of facts and fun, where every page reveals something new about the past. Perfect for curious minds eager to learn more about the adventures they've read in the Magic Tree House series. Will Jack and Annie find all the answers they seek? Embark on this educational quest and find out!
Pompeii...Buried Alive!
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1987

Pompeii...Buried Alive!

Witness Mount Vesuvius's eruption and its buried secrets revealed centuries later.

48 pages· 1,544 words· Est. 18 min read
4.0 Goodreads · 2,656 ratings
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Summary: Journey back 2,000 years to a bustling village at the foot of Mount Vesuvius. Experience the catastrophic eruption that froze life in an instant. Centuries later, uncover the buried town's secrets and marvel at the stories hidden beneath the ash. This vivid tale captures a moment of history, blending drama and discovery for young readers eager to explore the past.
The Last Days of Pompeii
Graphic Nov.
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Chapter Book · 2016

The Last Days of Pompeii

Lives and rivalries collide as a volcano threatens an ancient city.

52 pages
3.6 Goodreads · 2,653 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In ancient Pompeii, friends, lovers, and rivals go about their lives in the days before Mount Vesuvius erupts. This Classics Illustrated comic adaptation of Edward Bulwer-Lytton's novel tells the story in full color and adds a biography of the author, theme discussions, and study questions.
Delta and the Lost City
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–11 · 2025

Delta and the Lost City

By Anna Fargher, David Dean (Illustrator)

A young wolfdog flees a terrible crime as the volcano above her city rumbles.

224 pages
3.7 Goodreads · 35 ratings
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Summary: In 79 AD the ground around Pompeii is shaking. After witnessing a terrible crime, the young wolfdog Delta escapes her family's villa. With her eagle friend Bellona, she braves thieves and dangerous creatures outside the city walls while Mount Vesuvius threatens a far bigger disaster.
Volcanoes
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2006

Volcanoes

Discover the fiery secrets of erupting volcanoes and their explosive power.

32 pages· 1,212 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
4.2 Goodreads · 115 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Uncover the explosive world of volcanoes, where fiery lava rivers and deadly ash clouds shape the earth. Explore how these natural wonders create islands and connect to hot springs and geysers. Perfect for young readers eager to learn about the planet's most dramatic phenomena, this book offers a thrilling glimpse into the power and mystery of volcanic eruptions. What secrets lie beneath the surface, and how do these forces of nature impact our world? Dive into a world of steaming springs and erupting mountains to find out.
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