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Paolo, Emperor of Rome, introduces young readers to Paolo, a dachshund longing for freedom and adventure in the bustling city of Rome. Trapped in a hair salon, Paolo dreams of experiencing the 'sweet life' of the Eternal City. His eventual escape leads him on a delightful journey through Rome's iconic sights, sounds, and tastes, from ancient ruins to delicious food and opera. This charming chapter book celebrates courage, curiosity, and the joy of discovery, showing children that even a small dog can have big dreams and achieve them. It's perfect for sparking conversations about independence, exploration, and appreciating new experiences.
Paolo the dachshund is trapped. Though he lives in Rome, a city filled with history and adventure, he is confined to a hair salon. Paolo dreams of the sweet life—la dolce vita—in the Eternal City. And then, one day, he escapes! Paolo throws himself into the city, finding adventure at every turn. Join our hero as he discovers the wonders of Rome: the ruins, the food, the art, the opera, and—of course—the cats. Readers will cheer the daring of this bighearted dog, whose story shows that even the smallest among us can achieve great things.
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Discussion Prompts
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What did Paolo dream about when he was trapped in the hair salon? What do you dream about?
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What was the bravest thing Paolo did during his adventure?
3
If you could escape to any city in the world, where would you go and what would you want to see?
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How did Paolo show that even small creatures can achieve great things?
5
What was your favorite part of Paolo's journey through Rome?
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