Ancient Rome

Flyoverzone: Rome Reborn Virtual Tours  (Y,M,O)
You can take a virtual tour of Ancient Rome, using Flyoverzone’s Yorescape online VR platform or by using their Apple or Android apps. The Rome Reborn project has recreated the entire city of Ancient Rome in extreme detail. You can take a flyover tour of the city, tour the Basilica of Maxentius, Baths of Caracalla, Pantheon, and the Roman Forum.

Ancient Rome Live  (M,O,T)
“Ancient Rome Live is a free educational learning platform for students, teachers, travelers and history lovers that presents Rome, its urban development, its monuments, the cities of its vast empire and many special topics. Ancient Rome Live covers more than 3000 years of Rome’s history.” From The American Institute for Roman Culture.

Rome: Interactive Exploration  (Y,M,O)
In this interactive from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, students can “explore objects from Ancient Rome and discover how Romans portrayed themselves and wished to be remembered. You will also learn more about daily life and beliefs.” For grades 3-12.

The British Museum Ancient Rome Resources for Ages 7-11  (Y,T)
The British Museum has a large collection of educational resources for teaching and learning about Ancient Rome, including digital object collections, presentations, workshops, virtual tours, and more.

The British Museum Ancient Rome Resources for Ages 11-14  (M,T)
The British Museum has a large collection of educational resources for teaching and learning about Ancient Rome, including digital object collections, presentations, workshops, virtual tours, and more.

The British Museum Ancient Rome Resources for Ages 14-16  (O,T)
The British Museum has a large collection of educational resources for teaching and learning about Ancient Rome, including digital object collections, presentations, workshops, virtual tours, and more.

History: Ancient Rome  (M,O)
The History Channel has a large collection of Ancient Rome articles and videos, covering topics like Pompeii, Punic Wars, Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, Mark Antony, Augustus, and more.

DKFindout Ancient Rome Guide  (Y,M)
DKFindOut has an interactive, educational Ancient Rome page for kids that lets them click and explore different topics using photos, illustrations, and stats, while providing an overview of the Colosseum, Pompeii, the Roman Army, Roman Gods and Godesses, and other topics.

National Geographic: Ancient Rome Resources  (Y,M,O)
National Geographic has a large collection of articles, infographics, and interactives for students grades 3-12 to learn about Ancient Rome.

PBS: The Roman Empire in the First Century  (M,O,T)
This PBS microsite provides an overview of the Roman Empire, an interactive timeline, a family tree of the Augustus dynasty, a quiz, expert interviews, lessons, and links to additional resources. For grades 6-12.

Ancient Rome Unit  (M,T)
The Douglas County School District of Colorado has made available online its complete Ancient Rome unit study materials, which include a teacher’s guide, PowerPoint presentations, map activities, worksheets, handouts, and tons more. Students will learn about the rise and fall of Rome, the Roman Republic Government, Roman leaders, life in Rome, and more. For middle school students.

Ancient Rome Unit  (Y,M,T)
Mr. Donn’s Site for Kids and Teachers has a large study unit covering Ancient Rome. Topics covered include pre-Empire Rome, Roman Myths, Gods & Goddesses, Ancient Roman Festivals and Holidays, Ancient Roman Art, Architecture, and Inventions, the Roman Republic, Julius Caesar, Spartacus, the Roman Empire, and tons more. Included are lesson plans, activities, and presentations PowerPoint format.

Odyssey Online  (M,O)
Odyssey Online is a microsite by Emory University that uses art work to teach geography, history, and culture about the Near East, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Africa.

Roman-Empire.net: An Illustrated History of the Roman Empire  (M,O)
Roman-Empire.net is an educational website dedicated to the Roman Empire. You can explore Roman Empire history by time period or by topic, including: Battles, Maps, People, Places, Religion, and Society.

Exploring Ancient Rome with Free, Interactive Resources  (Y,M,O,T)
TCEA, the Texas Computer Education Association, has a big list of resource websites for studying Ancient Rome. Sites include links to primary sources, interactive maps, arts & culture, and more.

Ancient Rome Websites and Resources  (Y,M,O,T)
EdTechTeacher has a roundup of the best history and resource websites for learning about and teaching Ancient Rome.

Ancient Rome: Websites  (O,T)
Eastern University has a large list of websites and resources for in-depth Roman classical studies. In addition to educational websites, you can find book and film lists, articles, photos, and more.