Describes the building of the Colosseum in ancient Rome, and tells how it was used.

"AV2 media enhanced books." Includes index.

What is the Colosseum? -- A step back in time -- The Colosseum location -- Outside the Colosseum -- Inside the Colosseum -- Big ideas behind the Colosseum -- Science at work in the Colosseum -- The Colosseum builders -- Similar structures around the world -- Issues facing the Colosseum -- Make a model of the Colosseum.