Make A Roman Coin

Make A Roman Coin

Coins were introduced to ancient Rome around 270 BCE. Before then, Romans traded goods for other goods. Roman coins were made of gold, silver, or bronze and often had the face of the emperor on one side.
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Black-Figure Vase

Black-Figure Vase

From Ancient Civilizations: Greeks!

We know a lot about ancient Greece by studying their vases, which illustrated everyday life. Want to tell future archaeologists about your life? Make your own Greek-style vase.

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Collar Necklace

Collar Necklace

From Ancient Civilizations: Egyptians!

A fancy, ancient Egyptian collar necklace is called a wesekh. They were originally amulets used to help protect people in the afterlife.

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Design a Cup

Design a Cup

From Ancient Civilizations: Aztecs, Maya, Incas!

Become an ancient Aztec or Maya artisan in this activity.

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Uncovering Your Family History

Uncovering Your Family History

From Tools of the Ancient Romans

Like the stories surrounding the beginnings of Rome, most families have stories that have been passed down from generation to generation that may or may not be completely true.

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Reviews

PSLA Teaching and Learning – Literature Review
“A growing set of non fiction books for students in grades 3-6. Seventeen titles are now available with more planned. Each title provides clear background information on the topic with clearly explained key terms and a timeline of developments.  Includes index, glossary, metric conversions, and lists of related YouTube videos for viewing. Each of the 25 projects listed includes a supplies list, step by step instructions, and notes if adult supervision is necessary.
THOUGHTS: Great ideas for science fair or independent or group or group projects for students.”

Ann Olga Koloski-Ostrow, Professor of Classical Studies, Brandeis University
Ancient Civilizations: Romans! With 25 Social Studies Projects for Kids is a compact and colorful introduction to the Romans with a whole series of clever, experiential learning projects that will bring the Romans alive. Highly recommended.”

Praise for Explore Ancient Egypt by Carmella Van Vleet
Calliope Magazine
"Explore Ancient Egypt! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments will certainly intrigue readers and have them eagerly turning the pages to check out the next activity. The sidebars with information make excellent complements."

Praise for Explore Ancient Rome! by Carmella Van Vleet
DIG Magazine
“Explore Ancient Rome! By Carmella Van Vleet offers a variety of projects, accompanied by explanatory history text, designed to stimulate readers’ interest in this ancient culture. Among them are making an aqueduct, designing a villa, creating an oscillum and designing a theater mask.”

Praise for Explore Ancient Greece! by Carmella Van Vleet
School Library Journal
“Fun book about an otherwise daunting culture. Kids will enjoy the format of the book with its cartoon-like drawings and jokes. The text is punctuated with fun fonts and sidebars that enrich the historical narrative of the text. Very fun activities make learning about this culture a great experience. This book a worthwhile addition to your library.”

Detailed Book Description

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? 

Ancient Civilizations: Romans! With 25 Social Studies Projects for Kids investigates the fascinating civilization of ancient Rome through 25 hands-on projects, games, essential questions, links to online resources, and more! Kids ages 7 to 10 learn about ancient Roman homes, food, playtime, clothing, conquests, gods, and entertainment. Explore this ancient land and visit the Colosseum to watch some chariot races, help engineers design an aqueduct, and help workers build roads that will last far into the future!

Ancient Civilizations: Romans! is part of a set of four Explore Ancient Civilization books that bring to life the vibrant cultures of the distant past. The other titles in this series are Ancient Civilizations: Aztecs, Maya, Incas!; Ancient Civilizations: Egyptians!, Ancient Civilizations: Greeks!.

Try these hands-on STEAM projects!

  • Make a mosaic
  • Grow a bottle garden
  • Build a keystone puzzle
  • Design an aqueduct
Available In:
Paperback, $14.95
9781619308466
Hardcover, $19.95
9781619308435
Includes: Table of Contents | Timeline | Maps | Glossary | Resources | Index
Specs: 8x10 size | 4-color | 96 pages
Subject: Social Studies
Content Focus: Ancient Civilizations

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Timeline

Introduction
Welcome to Ancient Rome!
Rome Notebook
Make a Keystone Puzzle
Make a Plumb Bob
Make an Aqueduct

Chapter 1
Home Sweet Villa
Make a Mosaic
Make an Oscillum
Make a Bottled Garden
Hot? or Not?

Chapter 2
Eat Like a Roman
Make a Delicious Dormice Dish
Make Your Own Frieze
Make an Amphora

Chapter 3
Cool in School
Make an Abacus
Make a Wax Tablet
Knucklebones
Roman Numeral Math

Chapter 4
Be Glad You’re Not a Gladiator!
Make a Roman Theater Mask
Counterweight Fun
Play Charades

Chapter 5
High Fashion
Make a Tunic
Make Your Own Dye

Chapter 6
Emperors Rule!
Make a Roman Coin
Play “When in Rome”
Roman Shield

Chapter 7
Gods and Goddesses
Replica of Pantheon Dome
Fill in the Blanks Story

Glossary
Metric Conversions
Resources
Essential Questions
Index