Objective
By the end of this lesson, Harry will be able to understand the basics of the Roman Empire and its impact on history.
Materials and Prep
- Pen and paper
- Access to the internet for research
- Enthusiasm to learn about Romans!
Activities
- Roman Timeline: Create a timeline of key events in Roman history. Include dates and brief descriptions.
- Build a Roman Road: Using play-dough or clay, create a model of a Roman road. Learn about its importance in the empire.
- Roman Numeral Challenge: Practice writing and solving math problems using Roman numerals.
Talking Points
- Roman Empire: "The Roman Empire was a powerful civilization that existed over 2,000 years ago."
- Roman Society: "Romans had emperors, gladiators, and built amazing structures like the Colosseum."
- Roman Contributions: "Romans gave us the alphabet, roads, and aqueducts that are still used today."
- Decline of Rome: "The Roman Empire eventually fell due to various reasons like invasions and internal conflicts."