empire, 30 b.c.-476 a.d

Provides clear and simple answers to over thirty questions children often ask about togas and other aspects of ancient Rome, and includes humorous illustrations.

In Rome in the year 79 A.D., a group of children from very different backgrounds work together to discover who beheaded a pet dog -- and why.

Kidnapped and taken to Arena Primus for training as a potential gladiator, Decimus Rex is intent on escaping captivity and knows the best way to do so is to outshine the other slaves as they endure such trials as running on hot coals.

Filled with dramatic re-enactments and action-packed battle scenes, watch the dramatic story of one of history's greatest empires, from its first major battle to its remarkable military feats and through its eventual fall.

Tells the story of the Roman Empire through re-enactments and interviews with experts, examining environmental problems, disease, and political corruption as factors that contributed to its demise. Includes discussion questions and suggested activities.

The stories and secrets behind ancient Rome's man-made wonders. State-of-the-art digital effects recreate Rome's wonders of architecture and engineering as they appeared centuries ago.