The Romans - 20 Lessons
This bundle offers a wide-ranging exploration of Ancient Rome, tailored for middle school students. Each lesson is designed to engage students with different aspects of Roman civilization, from its foundational periods through its major historical events and figures.
Included Lessons:
1. Romans: Introduction: Rise of Rome & Expansion Factors - Understand the origins and expansion of Rome, focusing on the factors that contributed to its growth.
2. Romans - Roman Roads - Learn about the construction and significance of Roman roads in the empire.
3. Romans - Roman Army - Explore the structure and strategies of the Roman legions that helped Rome expand its territories.
4. Romans: Pompeii: Roman Women, Roman Housing, Roman Art - Get a glimpse into the daily life in Pompeii, including insights into Roman social customs, art, and architecture.
5. Romans: Roman Republic: Senate, Consuls, Patricians - Examine the governance structures of the Roman Republic, including the roles of senators, consuls, and patricians.
6. Romans: Roman Medicine & Galen - Investigate Roman advancements in medicine and the contributions of Galen.
7. The Romans - Augustus, Mark Antony, Cleopatra & Empire - Study key figures and events that marked the transition from Republic to Empire.
8. The Romans - Julius Caesar - Focus on the life and impact of Julius Caesar on Rome and the world.
9. The Romans: Nero - Discover the reign of Nero and its implications for Roman society.
10. The Romans: Boudicca’s Revolt - Explore the significant uprising led by Boudicca against Roman rule.
11. The Romans: Constantine the Great & Christianity - Learn about Constantine's role in the spread of Christianity within the Roman Empire.
12. The Romans: Famous Philosophers - Delve into the lives and ideas of philosophers who flourished during the Roman era.
13. The Romans: Gladiators - Understand the cultural and social role of gladiators in Roman entertainment.
14. The Romans: Hadrian's Wall - Study the purpose and construction of Hadrian's Wall.
15. The Romans: Roman Villas - Castle Hill Case Study - Examine a case study of a Roman villa to understand Roman residential architecture.
16. The Romans: Spartacus and the Slave Revolt - Investigate the causes and effects of the Spartacus-led slave revolt.
17. The Romans: The Battle of Teutoburg Forest - Analyse this pivotal battle where Roman forces faced a major defeat.
18. The Romans: The Judean Revolt 66CE - Explore the dynamics and consequences of the Judean revolt against Roman authority.
19. The Romans: The Roman Climate Optimum - Study the climate conditions during Rome's peak and their impact on the empire.
20. The Romans: The Saxon Shore - Learn about the Roman defensive strategy along the Saxon Shore to protect against invaders.
This bundle provides a structured approach to learning about one of history's most influential civilisations, encouraging students to discover and reflect on the Roman legacy. Each lesson contains all the resources you need to start teaching straight away.
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