"Describes disgusting details about daily life in ancient Rome, including housing, food, and sanitation"--Provided by publisher.

Examines ancient Rome's history, culture, and traditions, as well as the civilization's influence on modern society.

"Describes ancient Rome, including its earliest inhabitants, government structure, major achievements, and rise to power, as well as its lasting influences on the world"--Provided by publisher.

Young readers will learn about the many facets of Roman culture with this great introduction covering religion, philosophy, sculpture, architecture, painting, literature, sports, and the theater. The Romans' habit of adopting ideas, customs, and techniques from cultures that they conquered is discussed. Photographs of Roman buildings, reliefs, statues, mosaics, and frescoes offer yet more insight into this influential culture.

Explores the history and science of ancient Rome, teaching about Roman innovations and ideas of government, science, religion, sport, and warfare, and how they have shaped world history and our own world view.

"Text and illustrations introduce readers to the kinds of entertainment, diet, and medicine of the ancient Romans that could be considered 'gross' today."--Provided by publisher.

The amazing accomplishments of Ancient Rome can still feel like a mystery to many. From the modern day calendar to the earliest incarnation of the book, it is stunning to learn how many innovations came from this advanced civilization. Along with learning about the culture, readers get the chance to study amazing Roman artifacts. They're asked to put their thinking caps on, and using questions and prompts, draw their own conclusions about Ancient...

"The life and teachings of Jesus changed the world forever--but what happened after the events of the Gospels? How did Christianity grow from a small group of followers to one of the largest religious movements in human history? How did the first Christians survive in an oppressive Roman Empire? What did the early church believe, and how did they worship? The World of the First Christians: A Curious Kid's Guide to the Early Church answers these questions...

The legacy of past civilizations is still with us today. In Ancient Rome, readers discover the history and impressive accomplishments of the ancient Romans, including their military power and feats of engineering. Engaging text provides details on the civilization's history, development, daily life, culture, art, technology, warfare, social organization, and more. Well-chosen maps and images of artifacts bring the past to life. Aligned to Common...