Pablo And Splash: Roman Holiday

What do our readers think of Pablo And Splash: Roman Holiday? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the bright comic-style pictures, silly humour and exciting time-travel adventure. They also like learning facts about Ancient Rome, although the story’s perilous moments may feel a little dramatic for more sensitive children.

What does the Pageticker team say about Pablo And Splash: Roman Holiday?

Sheena Dempsey sends her time-travelling penguin duo to Ancient Rome in another lively, laugh-filled graphic adventure. Pablo’s careful planning and Splash’s fearless enthusiasm make a wonderfully chaotic team, while the Roman facts add plenty of substance beneath the silliness. A strong choice for developing readers, reluctant readers and anyone who thinks history needs more penguins.

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What is Pablo And Splash: Roman Holiday about?

Time-travelling penguins Pablo and Splash journey to Ancient Rome to prove their adventures to their sceptical friend, Benji. Aiming to retrieve a centurion's helmet as evidence, they encounter an emperor obsessed with exotic birds. Facing peril in the Colosseum, their quick thinking and emergency time travel become their only hope for escape.

About the author

Sheena Dempsey is a talented author and illustrator from Ireland who loves creating fun and lively books for children. She is well known for illustrating the 'Dave Pigeon' series, which is full of humour and adventure. Sheena enjoys drawing animals and making characters come to life with her colourful and playful artwork.

Discussion ideas around Pablo And Splash: Roman Holiday

Proof and Belief: Why is it so important to Pablo and Splash to prove their adventures to Benji, and what might you do if a friend did not believe you?

Different Strengths: Pablo and Splash have very different personalities. How do their differences help them solve problems?

Rules and Risk: The penguins are told not to change history. Which choices put them in danger, and when might taking a risk be worth it?

Ancient Rome: Which part of Roman life would you most like to see for yourself, and which part would you be happiest to avoid?

Animals on Display: What do you think the emperor’s interest in exotic birds tells us about power, curiosity and the way people treat animals?