civilization

Describes the art and architecture of ancient Greece along with simple instructions for making a Greek mural and scroll, an amphora, and an actor's mask.

Presents the story of the Battle of Marathon, a landmark battle in ancient history.

Uses art and artifacts to examine the world of the Roman Empire from its political and religious structure to its cultural characteristics.

An illustrated overview of ancient Egypt that covers the government, agriculture, slavery, religion, pyramids and temples, mummies, writing, families and houses, war, and art, and includes a time line and glossary.

Explores the land and resources of ancient Rome and includes information about the Roman Empire and Mediterranean Sea, climate and agriculture, natural defenses and rivers, and aqueducts.

Presents a collection of photographs and drawings depicting life in ancient Mesopotamia and illustrates how buildings and objects looked, how they were used, and how archaeologists gather information.

Provides information about various aspects of life in ancient Rome, looking at a Roman town, and discussing food, shopping, transportation, the military, worship, and other topics. Includes a time line and glossary.

Chronicles the history of ancient Greece and provides information on their educational and governmental systems, religion, sports, crafts, medicine, festivals, and slavery.

A survey of the history and culture of the North African Egyptian dynasties.

A collection of activities designed to teach children ages eight through twelve about life in ancient Rome, presented within the context of a family in Rome whose members are getting ready to celebrate the city's annual games.