An engaging new story from Read It Yourself – a structured programme to support children from first phonics to fluent reading. Join Ladybird Class on another imaginative learning adventure! The class find themselves in Ancient Rome and hear that Max is missing. As the class learn about the Roman way of life, can they save Max from Brutus and the gladiators? This book is from Fluent Reader Level 4 and is ideal for more fluent readers aged from 7+ who are starting to read independently. Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.