Tools of the Ancient Romans: A Kid's Guide to the History & Science of Life in Ancient Rome (Tools of Discovery series) by Rachel Dickinson

Tools of the Ancient Romans: A Kid's Guide to the History & Science of Life in Ancient Rome (Tools of Discovery series)



Download Tools of the Ancient Romans: A Kid's Guide to the History & Science of Life in Ancient Rome (Tools of Discovery series)




Tools of the Ancient Romans: A Kid's Guide to the History & Science of Life in Ancient Rome (Tools of Discovery series) Rachel Dickinson
Language: English
Page: 145
Format: pdf
ISBN: 0974934453, 9780974934457
Publisher: Nomad Press

From School Library Journal

Grade 5-8-Despite its narrowly focused title, this is actually a lively and entertaining survey of a millennium of Roman history. Dickinson gives due attention to architecture and engineering triumphs, to be sure, and includes full chapters on technology, the army, and forms of entertainment. But the larger part of the narrative conveys Rome's growth from city-state to regional power to multiethnic empire along with the shift from a fairly small independent people to a conquering but still republican government to, finally, imperial rule with only the appearance of representative government. The hands-on craft activities scattered throughout include making an abacus, a laurel wreath, a mosaic, and much more. Informative sidebars and illustrations are profuse and attractive. For the most part, Dickinson handles the simplification required for a book for younger readers with aplomb. However, history teachers may cringe to read that the Roman Catholic Church was established under Constantine or that the Pantheon was built by Augustus (rather than, quite famously, by Marcus Agrippa during the reign of Augustus). The snappy tone, mostly a great plus, also occasionally falls flat, as when Dickinson tells readers that the mystery religions are so called because we don't know much about them. Still, the book has a marvelous central narrative, direct, lean, and propulsive, with inviting coverage as well of the arts, daily life, and such popular topics as chariot races, gladiators, Pompeii, and even Spartacus. A worthy addition to any library where students are open to the past.-Coop Renner, Hillside Elementary, El Paso, TX
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Review

"Will keep students engaged."  —Curriculum Connections (School Library Journal supplement)

"Teachers will have students explore Roman civilization and learn about the culture and how it affects us today in a fascinating and engaging way. Recommended."  —Library Media Connection

"Interesting text and activities."  —Metrokids Pennsylvania

"You can't go wrong with this teaching tool—it is simply fabulous!"  —Homeschooling Parent

"15 great hands-on activities, including making a toga and a clay vessel, with background historical information, ptinent sidebars and contemporary quotes."  —Calliope

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