What was it like to live in ancient Rome? Are ancient Roman roads still used today? What did ancient Romans wear and eat and do for fun? This book investigates the fascinating civilization of ancient Rome through 25 hands-on projects, games, essential questions, links to online resources, and more! Kids learn about ancient Roman homes, food, playtime, clothing, conquests, gods, entertainment, and how this ancient civilization laid the foundation of our modern world. Hands-on projects include designing an aqueduct, making a Roman theater mask, and building a mosaic. Explores the sites of ancient architectural wonders such as the Colosseum and the Cloaca Maxima. Introduces key people associated with ancient Rome, including Spartacus, Hadrian, Trajan, and Julius Caesar.

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Timeline -- Introduction : welcome to ancient Rome! -- Home sweet villa -- Eat like a Roman -- Cool in school -- Be glad you're not a gladiator! -- High fashion -- Emperors rule! -- Gods and goddesses -- Glossary.