Childrens Resources

Information about Ancient Rome

Roman History (with timeline) Roman Art Roman Architecture Roman Environment (with maps) Roman Religion Roman Clothing Roman Language and literature Roman Food Roman Science Roman People Roman Economy Roman Games (with gladiators and circuses) Roman Government...

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Mesopotamia: Lectures

Outlines of facts about geography, Sumerian civilization, Hebrew civilization, the Persian empire, Hittites, Phoenicians, Assyrians, and Chaldeans....

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Tour Map of Egypt

take a tour of Egypt using maps and color photographs. Tour a temple, tour a tomb, or even take a cruise up the Nile!...

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Ancient Greece: The Persian Wars

Learn a bit about the wars and how they affected Ancient Greece....

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The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

Provides a list of ancient wonders set during the middle ages and a geographical map, as well as links to modern and natural wonders....

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Ballista (Stone Thrower)

Concepts found in the catapult and the bow were combined to design the ballista. Rope springs were set in the frame angled to each other in the form of a "V", which increased the power. A very sturdy frame accommodated the extra torque, which meant extra weight, and less maneuverability. Note that the wood disk at the base of the ratchet pulls has ...

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Greece: Overview

A deep respect for tradition, a deep love of good times. Having exported chaos, drama, tragedy and democracy before most nations were staying up late enough to want souvlaki, Greece boasts an unrivalled legacy. But don't expect a visit there to be a sober study of the ancient world - the Greek propensity for partying dates back to Dionysos. From ...

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Israel Museum, The

You'll find old coins, cool paintings, and sculptures in the different rooms of this Jerusalem museum. The Youth Wing houses drawings by kids. You can even send in your own!...

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Israel Past and Present: Tu B'Shevat

Learn about the Rosh Hashanah (first of the year) of trees....

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Rome Landmarks and Historical Sites

Rome Landmarks and Historic Sites A WorldWeb.com travel guide to Landmarks and Historic Sites in Rome, Latium, Italy....

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