Study Guide of Simple Lithuanian Phrases Adventures in the Park with Marcijona

Study Guide of Simple Lithuanian Phrases Adventures in the Park with Marcijona, is the companion to Adventures in the Park with Marcijona: The red squirrel. For those unfamiliar with the book it is a children's pictorial and text story about the daily life of Marcijona, a red squirrel that lives in Vilnius, Lithuania. Marcijona the red squirrel, is a member of an endangered species. This adventurous red squirrel invites children to visit her home city of Vilnius, in the country of Lithuania. Following that is a bonus map of the Old Town of Vilnius. This ancient map of Vilnius (1576), shows a historical view to the child, which can be used as a stepping-stone for further study of the history of Lithuania if so desired. You will find the phrase list of Lithuanian/English words along with examples where they could be used. There are many translation/pronunciation sites online, if one desires to learn more. Modern day Vilnius is shown, as the watercolors used in the story are from the present day. Photos turned into watercolor renditions, allow children to see the city and life of these animals in the park from autumn to spring. Educationally: primary color identification, Lithuanian/English phrases, and friendship are examined.