What would Ben do? Jumping off from the pseudonymous letters Ben Franklin fooled his older brother into publishing when he was still a teenager, young literary lovers dive into acting, writing, and addressing a local issue with wit and...

Learners compare entertainment in ancient Rome to entertainment today. In this ancient Rome lesson, students research the details regarding the entertainment that occurred in the Colosseum and the Circus Maximus in Rome. Learners compare...

Students consider the accomplishments of the Romans. In this ancient Rome instructional activity, students take a closer look at Roman contributions to modern society as they visit the suggested museums and their websites.

Students define ancient Roman vocabulary using the dictionary writing sentences. They write sentences for each word that use the words in their original and contemporary contexts.

Young scholars examine the fall of the Roman Empire and the Armenian tragedy. In this world history lesson, students read handouts about both world history events and create presentations that feature the events.

In this primary history worksheet, students sharpen their research skills as they study the ancient Rome's families and children. Students select 1, 2, 3, or 4 extension projects to complete.

What led to the fall of Rome? Scholars have debated the question since the end of the great empire. Young historians consider the same question through an economic lens using an engaging lesson that involves a hands-on evaluation of the...

Students discuss Roman social classes and create a graphic organizer illustrating each social class and its characteristics. They dress in costumes representative of their social classes as part of a Rome Day experience.

Students research the  importance of ancient Rome to the world today.  In this ancient Rome lesson plan, students view video and research to gather information for a slide show about Ancient Rome. 

Students examine critical role that slaves, freemen, and plebeians played in the Roman Empire. They complete creative writing that addresses how the Roman class system and the use of slavery contributed to the downfall of the Roman Empire.

Students watch a video and continue with research of Ancient Rome and the quest for knowledge. They form expert groups to study one aspect of life in Ancient Rome and share with the rest of the class.

For this Roman history worksheet, students draw in the missing parts of the broken pots that were used during Roman times. Students read short descriptions for the storage jar, wine jar, and honey pot. Students then decorate the large...

Learners discuss life in Roman Britain. For this Roman Britain lesson, students listen to a recording of "The Romans in Britain" by Judith Nicholls and discuss what life was really like in Roman Britain.

Students compare and contrast ancient family life to present day family life.  In this Roman family life lesson, students discuss the roles present in their families and then learn about family life in ancient Rome.  Students...

Students identify ancient Roman influences in the modern world. In this ancient Rome lesson, student research the government, religion, economy, inventions and contributions of Rome.

Look far back in history and you'll meet a people group called the Celts. Celts, as you'll soon find out, are a group of people who inhabited Britain 2000 years ago. Presented here, is simple information which describes a bit about...

Space Science can be so much fun, especially when you play Planetary Jeopardy! This game tests students on what they know about Roman Gods, the planets and moons in our solar system, and the Earth's rotation.

Students discuss the role of public entertainment in ancient Rome. They imagine themselves as a participant at a gladiator games at the Roman Colosseum and write an personal account of the games.

Students create an online newspaper documenting the politics and culture of ancient Rome. Using online tools and websites, they conduct research on ancient Roman politics and everyday culture. The informaiton gathered is used to create a...

Students discuss dictatorship. In this Social Studies lesson, students review Julius Caeser's rule over Ancient Rome and they elect one student to be dictator for the day. They write about the pros and cons of having a dictator. 

Students choose an element of Roman society they feel has had the most impact on modern society. Students then trace how that particular element has evolved over time and how it has influenced the development of its present equivalent...

How did the Temple of Isis change throughout history? The resource discusses how architecture changed purposes over the time periods of the Pharaonic Era and the Greco-Roman Era. It gives a glimpse into what life was like and provides...

Roman mythology is full of tragic love stories. A multiple-choice quiz highlights three major partnerships, and explores the problems that led to sad endings. Test your learners with these multiple-choice questions after studying Roman...