The Legacy of the Romans | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks.

The Legacy of the Romans. The ancient Romans have made a dramatic impact on the modern world. Having already acquired blueprints from the ancient Greeks by force, they added strength and conquest to a Greek worldview. The result was advancements in art, architecture, technology, literature, language, religion, and of course warfare. In this episode, you will learn about their influence on our world today, notably the United States Constitution. The fall of the Empire ushering in the Dark Ages. The Colosseum. And how a new religion called Christianity would change the Roman world forever.

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The Rise of the Roman Empire:

Episode 1 – Introduction to the Roman Empire

Episode 2 – The Roman Conquest and Expansion

Episode 3 – Romans and the Economy

Episode 4 – Inventions of Transportation

Episode 5 – Architecture and Engineering

Episode 6 – Life as a Roman

Episode 7 – The Arts and the Romans

Episode 8 – Julius Caesar

Episode 9 – Latin Literature and the shaping of modern-day English

Episode 10 – The Legacy of the Romans