Ancient Rome
for Kids
Step into the mighty Roman Empire — from the roar of the Colosseum to marching legions, clever inventions and the emperors who ruled one of the greatest civilisations in history.
Ancient Rome Topics
Dive deep into the fascinating world of Ancient Rome through our comprehensive educational resources
The Colosseum
Step inside Rome's mightiest amphitheatre — a giant stone stadium that held up to 80,000 cheering spectators for gladiator fights, wild animal shows and incredible spectacles.
Roman Gladiators
Meet the fearsome fighters of Ancient Rome — brave gladiators who trained in special schools and battled in the arena, becoming some of the biggest celebrities of their day.
Roman Soldiers
March with the mighty Roman legions — the best-trained army in the ancient world. Learn about their armour, weapons, tactics and the 20-mile daily marches that conquered an empire.
Roman Architecture
Discover the incredible buildings of Ancient Rome — from towering aqueducts carrying water for miles to domed temples, marble columns and the secret of Roman concrete that still stands today.
Roman Inventions
Explore the clever inventions that came from Ancient Rome — including roads that connected an empire, central heating, the Julian calendar and engineering marvels we still use today.
Journey Through Time
Explore the key events that shaped Ancient Rome over more than a thousand years
Rome Is Founded
Legend says the city of Rome was founded by the twins Romulus and Remus on the banks of the River Tiber, starting a civilisation that would last over 1,000 years.
The Roman Republic Begins
The last king of Rome was overthrown and Rome became a republic — ruled by elected senators and consuls instead of a single king.
The Roman Empire Is Born
Augustus became the first emperor of Rome, turning the republic into a mighty empire that stretched across Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
The Colosseum Opens
Emperor Titus opened the Colosseum with 100 days of games. This giant stone amphitheatre became the most famous building in the Roman world.
The Western Roman Empire Falls
The last emperor of the Western Roman Empire was removed from power, bringing over a thousand years of Roman rule in the west to an end.
