Level 3: Ancient Rome Supplies

Note: We break down our supply list by so you can choose what you need based on which lessons you plan to do with your child.

Here’s what you need for Week 1:

Books (find at your local library or order below on Amazon):

• The Usborne Encyclopedia of World History by Jane Bingham (you will also use their online resources)
• Honest History – Story of an Empire Issue 4 – You can also purchase a digital copy of this magazine on their app. Use coupon code LEARNANDLIVE15 for 15% off your purchase.
• Usborne Starting Point History – Who were the Romans? by Phil Roxbee Cox (This book is out of print, so you an read here on OpenLibrary or shop local thrift stores.)
• Ancient Rome For Kids Through the Lives of its Heroes, Emperors and Philosophers by Catherine Fet

Optional chapter book:

• Roman Diary: The Journal of Iliona, a Young Slave by Richard Platt

Supplies (use what you have, but here are links to shop if you need anything):

Map of ancient Rome craft:

• white construction paper
• brown and light brown markers
• black pen

Ancient Rome cards:

• paper + access to a printer (don’t have one? we like this model)
• laminator + laminator sheets (optional, but recommended for repeating lessons)

Roman toga:

• a flat bed sheet

Latin root word tree:

• paper + access to a printer (don’t have one? we like this model)

Roman sweet cake:

• ingredients for this recipe

Osmosis experiment:

• three eggs
• vinegar
• corn syrup
• food coloring

Here’s what you need for Week 2:

Books (find at your local library or order below on Amazon):

• The Usborne Encyclopedia of World History by Jane Bingham (you will also use their online resources)
• Honest History – Story of an Empire Issue 4 – You can also purchase a digital copy of this magazine on their app. Use coupon code LEARNANDLIVE15 for 15% off your purchase.
• Usborne Starting Point History – Who were the Romans? by Phil Roxbee Cox (This book is out of print, so you can read here on OpenLibrary or shop local thrift stores.)
• Ancient Rome For Kids Through the Lives of its Heroes, Emperors and Philosophers by Catherine Fet

Additional optional book:

Life as a Gladiator: An Interactive History Adventure by Michael Burgan

Supplies (use what you have, but here are links to shop if you need anything):

Aquaduct model:

• blocks (or something similar—you could also use small cardboard boxes)
• paper towel rolls
• aluminum foil

OR you can build your model using Minecraft.

Roman arch, option 1:

• cardboard takeout food boxes (or you can get these from a local restaurant)
• tape

Roman arch, option 2:

• ice cubes from curved ice tray like these
• food coloring (optional)

Colosseum model:

• some thick cardboard
• glue gun + glue
• acrylic paints
• a craft knife

Gladiator sandals:

• flip flop sandal base (you may be able to find these cheaper at a local dollar store)
• strips from an old t-shirt, cut
• beads (optional)

Roman coin, option 1:

• 2 cups of plain flour
• 1/2 cup salt
• brown food coloring
• paint brush or bamboo skewer

Roman coins, option 2:

• cardboard
• aluminum foil
• glitter glue or permanent markers

Sweet cabbage recipe:

• these ingredients

Cabbage litmus test:

• head of red cabbage
• paper towels
• liquids to test (ex. orange juice, soapy water, lemon juice, baking soda dissolved in water, vinegar)
• small cups or jars

Here’s what you need for Week 3:

Books (find at your local library or order below on Amazon):

• The Usborne Encyclopedia of World History by Jane Bingham (you will also use their online resources)
• Honest History – Story of an Empire Issue 4 – You can also purchase a digital copy of this magazine on their app. Use coupon code LEARNANDLIVE15 for 15% off your purchase.
• Usborne Starting Point History – Who were the Romans? by Phil Roxbee Cox (This book is out of print, so you an read here on OpenLibrary or shop local thrift stores.)
• Blockhead: The Life of Fibonacci by Joseph D’Agnese (or read it here on OpenLibrary)

Supplies (use what you have, but here are links to shop if you need anything):

Months spinner:

• 2 paper plates
• ruler
• permanent marker
• a brad

Decorative indoor fountain:

• watertight bowl
• small water pump
• decorative rocks
• remote control outlet switch (optional)

Water pressure STEM project:

• tall, empty plastic bottle

Convection experiment:

• large, clear container or bowl
• small bottle
• food coloring
• ice tray (or something to make an ice cube)

Wax tablets:

• cardboard
• glue
• scissors
• black and brown paints
• wax (you could also use bits of leftover candle)
• saucepan and an old bowl or tin

Paper mosaic craft:

• construction paper
• glue

Roman oil lamp:

• air dry clay
• piece of kitchen towel
• olive oil

Roman numeral practice + cards:

• paper + access to a printer (don’t have one? we like this model)

Fibonacci lesson:

• large piece of paper
• graph paper (If you need graph paper, print some here)
• ruler
• compass
• colored pencils

Fibonacci flower craft:

• 12 x 18 construction paper
• compass

Roasted lamb recipe:

• ingredients for recipe #5

Fermentation experiment:

• 5 plastic 2 L bottles
• permanent marker
• measuring spoons
• white table sugar
• salt
• baking soda
• vinegar
• 100 mL graduated metric beaker (Alternatively, a clear liquid measuring cup may be used.)
• 5 qt. bowl or pot
• thermometer (optional)
• 8 oz of dry yeast, or at least 30 packets (Tip: Buying a whole jar is probably more economical than individual packets.)
• 5 latex balloons
• string or clips for tying off balloons (optional for upgrade)
• a large pan or bowl that the large pot or bowl can sit inside of (optional for upgrade)

Fermentation modification:

• 3 balloons
• water bottles
• fine sugar
• 1 packet dry active yeast

Here’s what you need for Week 4:

Books (find at your local library or order below on Amazon):

• You Wouldn’t Want to Live in Pompeii by John Malam (or you can read it here on OpenLibrary)
• Ottavia and the Cats of Rome by Claudia Cerulli
• The Usborne Encyclopedia of World History by Jane Bingham (you will also use their online resources)
• Honest History – Story of an Empire Issue 4 – You can also purchase a digital copy of this magazine on their app. Use coupon code LEARNANDLIVE15 for 15% off your purchase.
• Usborne Starting Point History – Who were the Romans? by Phil Roxbee Cox (This book is out of print, so you an read here on OpenLibrary or shop local thrift stores.)

Supplies (use what you have, but here are links to shop if you need anything):

Pompeii volcano (or you can buy this kit):

• clay/playdough
• paper cup
• vinegar
• baking soda

Roman gods + goddesses family tree:

• paper + access to a printer (don’t have one? we like this model)
• cardstock
• glue

Make your own soap:

• soap base
• soap mold (or use any silicone mold you have at home)
• essential oils (check the post for the possible variations and combinations)
• lemon

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