Roman empires

Social Studies

• The Seventh-grade child has learned about the rise and fall of the Roman Empire.
• They have learned about the key emperors and leaders of the Roman Empire.
• They have learned about the daily life of people in ancient Rome, including their social structure and cultural practices.
• They have learned about the impact of the Roman Empire on the development of Western civilization.

For continued development related to the activity, encourage the child to explore further by:

• Researching and writing a report on a specific Roman emperor or leader.
• Creating a timeline of key events in the history of the Roman Empire.
• Participating in a virtual or physical tour of ancient Roman ruins and artifacts.
• Engaging in role-playing activities to better understand the daily life of different social classes in ancient Rome.

Book Recommendations

• The Roman Empire: A Very Short Introduction by Christopher Kelly: Provides a concise overview of the Roman Empire, covering its origins, expansion, governance, and legacy.
• The Roman Mysteries by Caroline Lawrence: A series of historical fiction books set in ancient Rome, following a group of children solving mysteries during the reign of Emperor Titus.
• Ancient Rome and Pompeii by Mary Pope Osborne: Part of the "Magic Tree House" series, this book combines fiction and non-fiction elements to introduce young readers to the wonders of ancient Rome and the tragedy of Pompeii.