The Roman Empire

Step back in time to one of the greatest civilizations in history–the Roman Empire. Discover fascinating facts about the Roman way of life–the clothes people wore, the entertainment they enjoyed, their favorite foods. Marvel at Roman feats of engineering such as the imposing Pantheon, and find out how one small city became the center of a huge and powerful empire. A variety of practical projects help you bring the past alive–make an actor’s mask and out on a show Roman style, prepare a Roman dish fit for a banquet, and make a writing tablet like the ones used hundreds of years ago.