Back in time

Follow prehistoric nomadic hunters as they cross the Bering land bridge from Asia and become the Americas' first inhabitants. Join archaeologists as they examine artifacts, such as spear points and fabrics, and ancient mounds to learn more about the earliest Paleo-Indians in North America. Then travel to Central and South America to uncover how the Mayas, Aztecs, and Incas lived before the arrival of the Europeans.

Hear a rousing speech at the forum; watch gladiators battle for their lives at the Colosseum; enjoy some stuffed dormice, olives, and figs; and catch a chariot race at the Circus Maximus. Welcome to ancient Rome! Learn about how people lived, including the different jobs they had, what foods they ate, and what children did for fun. Also explore some other cities of the Roman Empire and discover how influential rulers changed the world throughout the ages.

Travel back thousands of years to the northeast corner of Africa along the Nile River. Welcome to Ancient Egypt! Learn about how people lived, including the different jobs they had, what foods they ate, and what children did for fun. Also discover how influential rulers changed the country throughout history, how mummies were created, and who constructed the pyramids.

Describes life in ancient Egypt, covering how people lived and worked, the foods they ate, and what children did for fun. Discusses how influential rulers changed the country throughout the history, who built the pyramids, and how mummies were made.