Reading Planet: Astro - Time Tours: Volcano of Fear - Saturn/Venus band

Time Tours: Volcano of Fear is a book for children aged 7-11, part of the Astro range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. It follows Ana, Rocco, and their time-traveling companions as they land near a beautiful Roman town, only to discover that Mount Vesuvius is about to blow and futuristic rubbish is being dumped on the edge of town. The four friends must find out who is behind the mess and quickly solve the problem.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 64 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Hodder Education

Welcome aboard Time Tours - your first stop for holidays in history!

Ana and her brother Rocco, along with their time-traveling companions, have landed near a picturesque Roman town, nestled amidst breathtaking mountains. However, their joy turns to concern as they realize that one of those mountains, Mount Vesuvius, stands as the most perilous volcano in Europe, and it is moments away from a catastrophic eruption!

But that's not all - something even more mysterious is unfolding before their eyes. Futuristic rubbish is mysteriously appearing on the outskirts of town, raising questions about the presence of individuals from the future dumping their waste in the past. It seems impossible, but the four friends are determined to uncover the truth behind this unsettling phenomenon.

Determined to solve the mystery, Ana, Rocco, and their friends embark on a thrilling adventure through the ancient streets of the Roman town. They encounter various clues and encounter intriguing characters along the way, each with their own secrets and motivations. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they discover that the culprit behind the futuristic rubbish is not just any ordinary person from the future, but a group of scientists who have been experimenting with time travel and have inadvertently caused a ripple effect that has brought their modern technology to the past.

With the help of their newfound knowledge and the support of their fellow travelers, Ana, Rocco, and their friends work together to prevent the volcano from erupting and restore the timeline to its proper course. They face numerous challenges and obstacles, but their determination and teamwork ultimately pay off, and they emerge victorious.

As they bid farewell to the Roman town and return to their own time, Ana, Rocco, and their friends reflect on the incredible adventure they have experienced. They have learned the importance of respecting the past and the consequences of interfering with it, and they have grown in strength and friendship as they faced the challenges together.

Time Tours: Volcano of Fear is a captivating adventure story that will transport readers to the ancient world of the Roman Empire. It is part of the Astro range from Rising Stars Reading Planet, which is designed specifically for struggling and reluctant readers aged 7-11. These books are dual-banded, meaning they are suitable for children who are working on improving their fluency while enjoying exciting fiction and non-fiction that is relevant to their age.

Reading Planet books have been carefully leveled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. The interest age for this book is 10-11, while the reading age is 7-8 years.

In conclusion, Time Tours: Volcano of Fear is a must-read for anyone who loves adventure, mystery, and history. It is a perfect book for struggling and reluctant readers, as it combines exciting storytelling with valuable learning opportunities. Join Ana, Rocco, and their friends on their thrilling journey through the ancient world, and discover the secrets that lie within Mount Vesuvius and the futuristic rubbish that has been brought to the past.

Weight: 68g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398325586