Ancient Rome For Kids

With commanding skill, Thomas R. Martin tells the remarkable and dramatic story of how a tiny, poor, and threatened settlement grew to become, during its height, the dominant power in the Mediterranean world for 500 years. Encompassing the period from Rome's founding in the eighth century BC through Justinian's rule in the sixth century AD, he offers a distinctive perspective on the Romans and their civilization by employing fundamental Roman values as a lens through which to view both their rise and spectacular fall.

Do you know why the Romans were considered the most powerful nation in the world for many centuries? How did they live? What was life like in early Rome? In this audiobook, you’ll discover how they lived, what they ate, and how they entertained themselves. Discover the story of how Rome began and why the Roman Empire fell. Learn about some of the greatest soldiers who led the Roman armies into battle and the kinds of weapons they used. Learn about famous emperors and whether they were loved or hated—and why.

This is the story of the greatest empire the world has ever known. Simon Baker charts the rise and fall of the world's first superpower, focusing on six momentous turning points that shaped Roman history. Welcome to Rome as you've never seen it before—awesome and splendid, gritty and squalid. From the conquest of the Mediterranean beginning in the third century BC to the destruction of the Roman Empire at the hands of barbarian invaders some seven centuries later, we discover the most critical episodes in Roman history.

In this audiobook, you will travel back to Ancient Rome, where gladiators fought in the famous Colleseum, emperors were murdered to make way for new emperors, calendars were created, and Greek mythology was re-made into Roman mythology! Have fun listening to what’s left of this amazing society as you explore ancient ruins! Test your knowledge with end-of-section activities, and watch history come alive as you learn of the fascinating Roman Empire! We owe a lot to Ancient Rome, and you’ll learn what we abolished - and what we kept from this exciting time in history.

Get ready to hop on a mythical time machine and zoom back to ancient Rome – and trust us, it's going to be a wild ride! Prepare to explore a world where emperors reign, gladiators clash, and gods and goddesses weave tales of power and intrigue. Oh and you can wave goodbye to those boring history books that feel like time machines stuck in slow motion!

In this audiobook, you will travel back to ancient Egypt, when kings were considered gods, pharaohs built towering pyramids, great battles were fought, and the world as we know it today was formed. Journey through time and make history come alive with fun, interesting, and up-to-date facts on all the major events during one of the most fascinating periods in time!

Are you ready for an epic journey through three of the most fascinating civilizations in history? With Classic Legends For Kids, you’ll uncover the incredible myths, brave heroes, and powerful gods that shaped Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. This bundle combines three captivating books into one thrilling collection, making ancient history fun, engaging, and unforgettable for young minds—and adults too!

Con este audio libro, viajarás a la antigua Roma, donde los gladiadores luchaban en el famoso Coliseo, los emperadores eran asesinados para dar paso a nuevos emperadores, se creaban calendarios y la mitología griega se convertía en mitología romana. Diviértete viendo lo que queda de esta increíble sociedad mientras exploras las antiguas ruinas y los mapas de guerra. Pon a prueba tus conocimientos con las actividades al final de cada capítulo y observa cómo la historia cobra vida mientras conoces el fascinante Imperio romano.

Explore the captivating Roman Empire and learn fascinating insights about a crucial period in ancient history. You’ll learn everything from how it started and ended to the emperors and the history of important women often forgotten! If you’ve ever wondered what life was like in the Roman Empire – and the incredible achievements and legacies behind – this is the audiobook for you!

You’ll be amazed to discover the incredible leaps humanity made and how each ancient civilization flourished. Learn more about the culture, achievements, and religions of some of the world’s most famous civilizations. You will be surprised to learn just how much the six ancient civilizations in this audiobook had in common, despite being thousands of miles apart or even thousands of years apart! And you’ll be amazed when you hear how much their cultures have shaped our own societies today.

This book is not just for homeschoolers. We hope it will be used by any parent wanting to give their child knowledge of and an appreciation for ancient history and provide perspective on why studying history is essential.

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