New Educational Materials - Winter/Spring 2002

THE LATIN ILIAS: INTRODUCTION, TEXT, TRANSLATION AND NOTES

(G.A. Kennedy)

 

The Latin of the Ilias Latina is remarkably easy; this text can be used to great advantage with high school Latin students and intermediate or advanced college students. Ilias Latina is a reduction of the entire Iliad into 1070 lines. Written by Baebius Italicus, during the reign of Nero, Ilias Latina is classical style and draws upon Vergil and Ovid for its vocabulary, syntax and idioms. Includes: Introduction, Latin text, English translation and commentary. (78pp)

 

Item # L802

$22.00

 

ROMAN NUMERALS: HOW THE ROMANS COUNTED

 

Ready to use curriculum resource on Roman numbers. Detailed account of numbers 1 through 10, with student activities and work units on English cognates and derivatives. Includes discussion of Roman numbers to 1,000,000 with forms for cardinal, ordinal, distributive and numeral adverbs. (30pp)

 

Item # C801

$15.00

 

HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO SUPPORT STORIES IN CAMBRIDGE LATIN, UNIT I

(R. Zurawell)

 

Topics include: Villa, Home of Caecilius, Garden, Oscillum, Tomb and Burials, Villa Production, Triclinium, Flour and Bread, Thermopolium, Portraiture, Labors of Hercules, Solar Energy, Central Heating, Interior Lighting, Lararium, Forum, Aqueducts, Baths, Vesuvius Eruption, Mosaic Art, Columns, Garum and Liquamen, Politics, Grotto of Sibyl, Bread and Circuses, Theatre, Wall Painting, Catapults and Tortoises, The City, Workplaces and Labor, City Living, Bibliography and Resources. (50pp)

 

Item #$ C806

$23.00

 

TO FIND A NEW TROY

 

A simulation unit on Vergil's Aeneid. Introduces students to the challenges and decision making situation of Aeneas. Twenty separate sessions, with student activities, game board map, materials required and suggested resources. Superb teaching unit for elementary and middle school students. (40 pp)

 

Item # C802

$25.00

 

LATIN STATE SEALS, MOTTOES AND U.S. CITIES WITH CLASSICAL NAMES

 

This thematic packet highlights U.S. States with Latin mottoes and seals. Also U.S. cities with classical names organized by state. A rich resource for students and teachers. Includes activities.

 

Item # C803

$20.00

 

THE GREAT SEAL OF THE UNITED STATES

 

This teaching packet focuses on the classical elements of the Great Seal and the motto E Pluribus Unum.

 

Item # C805

$5.00

 

A RBIDGE TO ROMAN CULTURE

(R. Zurawell)

 

This teacher resource is designed to provide an integrated study to Roman civilization with resources on the following topics:

 

Ø     Overview of Greek and Roman History

Ø     Home, Housing, Furniture and Gardens

Ø     Roman Dining

Ø     Paterfamilias, Slaves, Clients and Freedman

Ø     Women, Weddings and Infancy

Ø     Roman Clothing

Ø     School and Education

Ø     Roman Religion

Ø     Water Systems, Baths and Roads

Ø     Entertainment

Ø     Travel and Transportation

 

Provides excellent background to supplement any Latin course.

 

Item # C805

$25.00

 

LATIN FOR BEGINNING ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS

 

This teaching packet (with reproducible pages) contains simple stories and sentences for students in Grades 1, 2 and 3 who are beginning the study of Latin. Includes suggestions for cultural activities with each story.

 

Item # L806

$6.00

 

TEACHING THE CASES

This teaching packet (for Grades 1, 2 and 3) with reproducible student pages focuses on teaching the nominative, accusative and dative cases. Simply sentences and exercises.

 

Item # L807

$4.00

 

LATIN VERB CHART PACKETS

 

Every student should have one of these Latin Verb Chart Packets to check Latin verb forms quickly and easily. These Verb Charts (with all four conjugations: Indicative and Subjunctive Active and Passive with translation) are excellent reference resources for students and teachers. (8 1/2 x 11).

 

Ø     Chart # 1 – 1st Conjugation with voco

Ø     Chart # 2 – 2nd Conjugation with video

Ø     Chart # 3 – 3rd Conjugation with mitto and capio

Ø     Chart # 4 – 4th Conjugation with audio

Ø     Chart #5 – Subjunctive Active Forms

Ø     Chart #6 – Subjunctive Passive Forms

 

Latin Verb Chart Packets are available in two formats: Staple Bound or Laminated

 

Staple Bound      Item # L804                $3.00

Laminated          Item # L804B             $10.00

 

AP AUTHORS: VERGIL, OVID, CATULLUS, HORACE, CICERO: BIBLIOGRAPHY AND BIOGRAPHY

 

This resource includes a short biography of each AP author and a Bibliography of essential books and articles recommended and used by teachers who have taught the AP syllabus for these authors.

 

Item # L803

$10.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EXPLORING VERGIL'S AENEID
(R.R. Williams).

To study the Aeneid is to face the most influential poem, and perhaps the most influential piece of literature ever written. Williams includes a brief synopsis of each book of the Aeneid, followed by a playlet ("On Carthage Bay") based on Aeneid I and IV. A chapter on explanations and exercises of figures of speech, character studies, rhythm and meter as well as famous quotes from Aeneid I, II and IV. Also included are suggested essays questions for classroom and individual research, plans for translating poetry to poetry and for writing short verses in dactylic hexameter.

Teachers Manual
Item # L751
$25.00
STUDY NOTES FOR VERGIL'S AENEID
(J. Breuker, Jr.).

These study notes (for all 12 books of the Aeneid) are designed for both Teacher and Student. Includes: introductory synopsis outlining major themes and imagery; structural overview of each book with line divisions, commentary on each section highlighting major themes, imagery and diction; a recapitulation ends each book, often with questions for discussion and comments by scholars to elicit debate. A concluding chapter focuses on 'The Vergilian Achievement' which sets the Aeneid in context: includes discussion of Achilles, Odysseus, pietas, furor, ambiguity, Aeneas as a symbol, Vergil's 'Two Voices' (public and private). (100 pages)

Teachers Manual
Item # L261
$30.00

CLASSROOM LATIN: EXERCISES FOR ENHANCING LATIN STUDY
(R.R. Williams).

Three sets of stories, activities and explanations designed to help students deepen their understanding of Latin. The first set includes charts, stories and explanations to aid students in the comprehension and manipulation of pronouns, comparison of adjectives and verbal. The second set gives derivative work, introduction to simple Spanish and Italian, and Latin phrases used around the world. The third set deals with the culture which influenced Latin and was in turn influenced by it. Teachers Notes and translations are provided. (84pp).

Teachers Manual
Item # L250
$24.95

Student Workbook
Item # L250A
$10.00

ENHANCING THE STUDY OF VERGILS AENEID.

Features teaching materials on the Cumaean Sibyl, the scenes on the doors of Apollos temple (Aeneid 6), omens and prophecies in the Aeneid, Vergilian literary allusions in Milton, rhetorical figures in the Aeneid and Greek names in the Aeneid. Includes student exercises and drills. (76pp).

Item # L251
$21.95

ARMA VIRUMQUE: HEROES AT WAR
(Aeneid 10.420-509 and 12.791-842, 887-952) 2 volumes. (McKay and Hornsby).

These two Vergil books include the newly prescribed texts for the AP Vergil Examination.

Student Text includes: Introductory Discussion, Grammatical Notes and Commentary, facing vocabularies, Study Questions, sight translation passages, poetic terms and two essay offering advice by AP examiners on Literal Translation and on Writing the Vergil AP Essays.

Companion Resource Volume includes: critical essays on the Aeneid, suggested answers to Study Questions, a Selective Bibliography of books, monographs, chapters and articles in English relating to Aeneid 10 and 12 and to the entire epic.

Student Text:
(128pp)
Item # L230
$20.00

Companion Resource Volume:
(106 pp)
Item # L231
$30.00.

A COMMENTARY ON THE AENEID: SELECTIONS INCLUDED IN THE ADVANCED PLACEMENT VERGIL EXAMINATION
(Aeneid 1.1-519; 2.1-56, 199-297, 469-566, 735-805; 4.1-448, 642-705; 6.1-211, 450-476, 847-901; 10.420-609; 12.791-842, 887-952). (V. Jordon).

This commentary is directed to two audiences: high school students and teachers and college students analyzing Vergils poetic discourse. Selections in each book are treated line-by-line; recognition and identification of syntactical and metrical features are the first part of the analysis; Jordans close textual analysis helps to elucidate the great beauty of the poem. (225pp)

Item # L240
$38.00

*AENEAS: VERGILS EPIC RETOLD FOR YOUNG READERS.
(E. Frenkel)

This version of the Aeneid is a retelling of Aeneas story for students at elementary, middle and high school level. Frenkels retelling is fresh and direct; Simon Wellers illustrations are superb. (179pp) pb.

Item # M727
$19.95

*PICTURE THE RENAISSANCE.

Designed for upper elementary and middle school. Fully reproducible. Highlights classical legacy of Greece and Rome on the Renaissance. Includes: Overview of the Renaissance; Architecture and Architects; Exploration and Explorers; Inventions and Inventors; Literature and Authors; Music and Musicians; Painting and Painters; Sculpture and Sculptors; Science and Scientists; The Reformation and Counter Reformation; Renaissance Life; A Renaissance Festival; Bibliography, maps, timelines, architectural plans, art activities and pronunciation guide. (88pp)

Item # B789
$29.95.

*HISTORY OF THE ITALIAN RENAISSANCE.

Florence, Venice, Milan, Rome and Naples are treated in this history packet. Teaching activities, resources. Focuses on the influence of the Greek and Roman worlds on the Renaissance. (22pp)

Item # B783
$9.25

*PICTURE THE MIDDLE AGES.

Activity-based resource book for upper elementary and middle school teachers. Organized around poster depicting 4 major population centers in the Middle Ages: town, castle, monastery, manor farm. Thirteen stimulating units: Historic Overview; Townn; Castle; Heraldry; The Monastery; The Manor; Making Costumes and Armor; Music & Dance; Artists & Art; Literature; Medieval Festival; Timeline & Activities. Illustrated: photos, patterns, games, music, reproducible masters  (162pp)

Item # B788
$38.00

BYZANTINE EMPIRE: A CULTURAL LEGACY.

The Byzantine Empire was one of the longest-lived and wealthiest empires in history. Know as Rome of the East. Byzantium (modern Constantinople), situated between Europe and Asia, controlled the Asia Minor trade routes. Greek-speaking Byzantine scholars preserved the heritage of Greece and Rome for a millennium: classical art, letters, laws and sciences. This teaching packet of primary documents surveys the major accomplishments of the Byzantine Empire and its legacy to the world. Includes study guide with reproducible masters. Ages 10 & up.

Item # K218
$47.00

*THE CLASSICAL HERITAGE IN AMERICA: A CURRICULUM RESOURCE
(R. Masciantonio).

This Curriculum Resource is designed to help make students of Latin, Greek and other subjects more aware of Americas classical heritage. It is designed to be used selectively by teachers to enrich the regular curriculum in classical languages in elementary, middle and secondary schools. Provides background information for teachers, suggestions for instructional activities, interrelates Latin and Greek with history, law, literature, art, architecture and other disciplines. (100pp)

Item # C201
$30.00.

*ANCIENT GREECE: 40 HANDS ON ACTIVITIES
(A. Hart & P. Mantell).

Children are invited to use their imagination to travel back to ancient Greece. Text challenges children to use their brains and hands. Includes history, art and religion; plentifully illustrated, including some contemporary cartoons. Ages 8-12. (104pp)

Item # K201
$12.00.

*CLASSICAL KIDS: AN ACTIVITY GUIDE TO LIFE IN ANCIENT GREECE AND ROME.

Travel back in time and experience life in ancient Greece and Rome. Have fun with hands-on activities; discover how these civilizations have contributed to the worlds of art, math, cooking, science and geography. Read one of Aesops Fables; explore mosaic designs with paper; make a papier-mache Roman army helmet and star gazer; measure distance with a homemade odometer; make a chiton or toga and weave Roman sandals; play Greek and Roman games. Much more. Ages 5-12. (186pp)

Item # K202
$17.50.

*EARTHS DAUGHTERS: STORIES OF WOMEN IN CLASSICAL MYTHOLOGY
(B.B. Lies).

A whos who anthology of women in Classical Mythology. From Atlanta to Helen to Scylla, this lyrical collection of more than 60 stories provides a rich resource for teachers, storyteller, librarians, students and anyone interested in mythology. Organized thematically, the stories entertain and enlighten, while offering lessons that transcend the ages. The stories theme include: Creation; Pride, beauty and jealousy; courage and independence; Lovers and the beloved; Wives and Mothers; Supernatural powers. Ages 8 & up. (192pp)

Item # K203
$18.95.

*SPEND THE DAY IN ANCIENT GREECE: PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES THAT BRING THE PAST TO LIFE.
(L. Honan).

Children (ages 9-12) will learn how the ancient Greeks lived: from making clothes and jewelry to learning Greek letters to preparing food. Includes 30 fun activities, historical side bars and good illustrations. Ages 8 & up. (113pp)

Item # K204
$14.95.

*THE ORIGINAL OLYMPICS.
(S. Rosse)

Find out about horses, trainers, gods, judges, runners and wrestlers. Why was the chariot race the most exciting event of the Games? Who was the most famous athlete of the ancient Greek games? Fascinating and useful book. Ages 8 & up. (48pp)

Item # K205
$19.95

*WELCOME TO ANCIENT GREECE.
(A. Millard)

Filled with colorful pictures showing life as it was in Ancient Greece (archaeology and literary evidence are used). Includes: reproductions of Greek paintings and sculpture; also illustrations of furniture, tools, jewelry, family life, sculpture, writing, inventions. Ages 8 & up. (64pp)

Item # K206
$9.95

*WOMEN IN ANCIENT GREECE.
(F. Macdonald)

In ancient Greek society, where the birth of male heirs was vital, women were tightly controlled by men in power, their voices were rarely heard, and their stories have told mainly by male writers and artists. This book refutes the myths that dismissed women as foolish and untrustworthy and reveals the stories of women praised for their honor, intelligence and courage. Ages 8 & up. (48pp)

Item # K207
$19.95

*DAULAIRES BOOK OF GREEK MYTHS.

Gods, goddess and heroes of ancient Greece are stunningly depicted in this classic myth book (suitable for all ages. The drawings, particularly the full-page one in this oversized volume, are excelled and excitingly evocative. (New York Times) The text is well written and accurately represents the myths. Excellent for reading aloud and memorable. Every student should be introduced to this book. (192 pp)

Item # K208
$22.45

*A LITERATURE UNIT FOR DAULAIRES BOOK OF GREEK MYTHS
(C. Ross, T.M. Wright).

Study Guide for DAulaire (see above, Item # 208). This book is filled with a variety of cross-curricular lessons to do before, during, and after reading DAulaire. It includes sample plans, author information, vocabulary building ideas, cross-curriculum activities, sectional activities and quizzes, unit tests, and many ideas for culminating and extending the study of myth. This book is reproducible for classroom use. (48pp)

Item # K209
$9.95

*ANCIENT GREECE.

Includes units on: The Earliest Times, Athens and Sparta, Greek Culture, Athens Golden Age, The Persian Wars. Writing Activities on: The Odyssey; Geography of Aegean Area; Minoans; Myths; Role of Women; Marriage Customs; Olympic Games; Greek Theater; Government; Juries; Battle of Salamis; Greek Wars. Activities and Projects on: Greek Gods, Monsters, Heroes; Whos Who; Timeline; Greek Citizens House Contributions of the Greeks. Study Notes, Keys and Tests for each unit and activity. Includes also: Wall size alphabet chart; map of Greece, and Tournament Wall Chart (for game as culminating activity). Excellent middle school resource: fully reproducible. Ages 8 & up. (126pp)

Item # K210
$16.95.

*DAILY LIFE.
(S. Ross)

The ancient Greeks lived rich and full lives; this volume reveals how they spent they working and free time, what they wore, and how they kept fit. Includes a visit to ancient Athens, with stops at a school and a typical home. Ages 8 & up. (48pp)

Item # K212
$19.95

*GODS AND GODDESSES.
(J. Malam)

The ancient Greeks took religion seriously; this volume explains who the gods and goddesses were, where they came from, how they were worshipped, and why their stories are still popular today. An excellent book. Ages 8 & up. (48pp)

Item # K213
$19.95

*GREEK THEATRE.
(S. Ross)

Comic, tragic and religious plays were an important part of ancient Greek life, and all Greek citizens were expected to attend the regular theatre festival held each year in cities and villages. From what is a chorus? to why did actors wear mask? this volume brings Greek theatre to life. Ages 8 & up. (48pp)

Item # K214
$19.95

*MYTHS AND CIVILIZATION OF THE ANCIENT GREEKS.
(H.M. Martell)

Gods, goddesses and legendary heroes are brought to life in the stunning illustrations and exciting stories in this book. The civilization behind the myths is also shown in historical reconstrcutions of architecture, artifacts and scenes from daily life. This book shows how mythology and civilization were intertwined. Ages 8 & up. (44pp)

Item # K215
$18.95

*WE GODDESSES: ATHENA, APHRODITE, HERA
(D. Orgel).

Absolutely stunning book! Athena, Aphrodite and Hera are great storytellers. And in this book, they tell their own stories (as never before told in any other book of Greek myths). All are presented as vivid characters (and rivals) in the stories they tell of the magical times of dove-drawn chariots, of vengeful monsters, of wars and wedding nights. Opulent original full-color paintings adorn their tellings; illustrations and museum pictures of sculptures, vases, and friezes show how Classical artists imagined the goddesses. Includes: a wonderful play in the final chapter; marginal annotations; pronunciations, cross references. (112pp)

Item # K216
$24.95.

WOMEN IN ANCIENT GREECE AND ROME.
(M. Massey)

Provocative and thoughtful account of role of women in Greece and Rome. Divided into two sections (Greece/Rome) and organized thematically from religion and exploitation to employment and entertainment. Filled with quotations from ancient sources and many examples from paintings  and sculpture. (36pp)

Item # K217
$12.50.

*HOW WE KNOW ABOUT THE GREEKS.
(J. & L. James)

This book explores Greek civilization with an emphasis on archaeology. Each double-page spread examines an important part of Greek life and shows key evidence: artifacts, archiatecutre, art and written sources which enable us to reconstruct and understand their buildings, technology, clothes, jewelry and everyday life. Ages 8 & up. (32pp)

Item # K219
$19.95

*ANCIENT GREEKS AT A GLANCE.
(J. Malam)

Valuable source of information about basic facts. Includes: Trade, Travel, Farming; Famous Greeks; Greek Society; Everyday Life; Religion; Greeks at War; City of Athens; Greek Myths; Sports, Music Theater; Alexander the Great. Ages 8 & Up. (30pp)

Item # K220
$15.95

*GREEK MYTHS
(J. Morley, G. Caselli)

Beautifully retold and illustrated twenty tales from classical Greek mythology. Includes: Prometheus & Pandora; Archane; Echo & Narcissus; Daphne & Apollo; Eros and Psyche; Cadmus; Meleager; Atlanta; Jason & Golden Fleece; Orpheus & Eurydice; Persues; Midas; Theseus & Minotaur; Daedalus and Icarus; Heracles; Phaeton; Trojan Horse; Wanderings of Odysseus. Ages 8 & Up. (96pp)

Item # K221
$24.95

*IN SEARCH OF KNOSSOS
(G. Caselli)

The story of Arthur Evans search for the truth behind the legend of the Minotaur. Features: Palace at Knossos; Royal Quarters; Sea Empire; Trade and Writing; Farming; Society & Costume; Arts & Crafts; Religion; War & Weapons; Minoan Legacy. Ages 8 & up. (48pp)

Item # K222
$19.95

*IN SEARCH OF TROY.
(G. Caselli)

The story of Schliemanns search for Homers Troy. Features all aspects of Trojan civilization: Priams Palace; Ordinary Lives; Farming; Crafts and Trades; Religion; Trojan War; Troys Legacy. Ages 8 & Up. (48pp)

Item # K223
$19.95.

*SPEND THE DAY IN ANCIENT ROME: PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES THAT BRING THE PAST TO LIFE.
(L. Honan).

Transports children (ages 9-12) to Rome at the height of the Empire (A.D. 125). Highlights include: celebration of Roman Games, festival in honor of Jupiter. Students learn how to drape a toga, make a gladiators shield, play Roman games, prepare a Roman banquet. Includes fun activities, historical side bars and good illustrations. Ages 8 & up. (128pp)

Item # K501
$14.95.

*ANCIENT ROME: A GUIDE TO THE GLORY OF IMPERIAL ROME.
(Sightseers Essential Travel Guides to the Past).

Take a chariot ride through Ancient Rome, circa A.D. 128, and see all this city has to offer. Travel tips in this handy guide tell students everything they need to know to make the most of their visit to the Eternal City. Watch a gladiator fight at the Coliseum, a race at the Circus Maximus, or maybe go shopping for Chinese silks at the markets in the forum. Packed with fascinating facts and travel tips. Includes a handy fold-out map of the city. Ages 7-11. (32pp)

Item # K502
$9.95.

*WELCOME TO ANCIENT ROME.
(A. Millard)

Hundreds of colorful pictures: scenes of daily life, reconstructed building, Roman paintings, mosaics, pottery, furniture, jewelry, clothing, weapons (archaeology and literary evidence are used). Includes sections on: travel, transportation, architecture, religion. the city of Rome, the history of ancient Rome and the Roman Empire. Ages 8 & up. (64pp)

Item # K503
$9.95

*ROME: THE BEGINNING.

Includes stories of Romulus and Remus, Etruscans, Geography of Italy. Patricians and Plebeians, First Punic War, Roman Legions, Rome Engineers. Features activities on all above topics and Vocabulary Building, Expository Writing, Game (Climb the Alps with Hannibal) with game instructions and designs. Excellent middle school resource: fully reproducible. Ages 8 & up. (70pp)

Item # K504
$14.95.

*ROME: CHRISTIANITY AND THE FALL OF ROME.

Includes stories Whos Who at the Fall of Rome, units on: Life and Travel of Paul, The Barbarians, Constantine and Christianity, list of Emperors of Rome. Features activities on: Archaeology, Catacombs, Constantine, Timeline, Game (Fall of Rome Tournament) with game instructions and designs. Excellent middle school resource: fully reproducible. Ages 8 & up. (68pp)

Item # K505
$14.95.

*THE WORLD OF THE ROMAN EMPEROR.
(P. Chrisp)

This stunningly illustrated book offers readers insight into one of the greatest empires in history. Explore the personalities of the emperors and discover why Julius Caesar was brutally murdered; why Caligula, the mad emperor, dressed as the god Jupiter; and why Nero insisted on singing to his people. Each emperors unique role is superbly reconstructed in the context of the empire he created, the citizens who lived and worked there, and the legacy that he left behind. Ages 10 &
up. (48 pp)

Item # K507
$20.95

*MYTHS AND CIVILIZATION OF THE ANCIENT ROMANS.
(J. Malam).

A lavishly illustrated selection of Roman myths. This book brings the inhabitants of ancient Italy to life in myth abnd fact. From earliest times, when the Latins overthrew the Etruscans, to the origins and growth of Rome and the glory of Empire, through to the invasions of the 4th and 5th centuries that destroyed the Roman world. Ages 8 & up. (44pp)

Item # K508
$18.95

*IN SEARCH OF POMPEII: A BURIED CITY.
(G. Caselli)

Lavishly illustrated volume. Traces the discovery of Pompeii and describes life of its people before the eruption of Vesuvius. Caselli beautifully reconstructs the city, daily life, buildings and paintings. A truly full color book. Ages 10 & up. (48pp)

Item # K509
$19.95.

POMPEII
(I. Andrews)

Excellent readable study of Pompeii which is described as it was in AD 79; activities of citizens are explored: trade, business, farming, public life, government, public and private religion. Includes discussion of the eruption of Vesuvius. Contains: photographs of remains of buildings, artifacts, maps, diagrams, artists reconstructions. (48pp)

Item # K510
$11.50.

THE ROMAN ENGINEERS.
(L.A. & J.A. Hamey)

Engineering achievements of Roman Empire are highlighted. Three areas of skill and expertise are examined: aqueducts, roads, bridges. Detailed discussion of planning and construction of roads and aqueducts; evolution of the bridge (especially the arch) is explored. Includes: photographs, diagrams, maps. (48pp)

Item # K512
$11.50.

*HOW WE KNOW ABOUT THE ROMANS.
(J. & L. James)

This book explores Roman civilization with an emphasis on archaeology. Each double-page spread examines an important part of Roman life and shows key evidence: artifacts, archiatecutre, art and written sources which enable us to reconstruct and understand their buildings, technology, clothes, jewelry and everyday life. Ages 8 & up. (32pp)

Item # K513
$19.95

*ANCIENT ROMANS AT A GLANCE.
(J. Malam)

Valuable source of information about basic facts. Includes: Empire-Building; Roman Society; Famous Emperors; Roman Life; Romans at Play; Gods & Goddesses; Romans at War; Buildings, Engineering & Inventions; Words & Pictures; Fall of Roman Empire. Ages 8 & Up. (30pp)

Item # K514
$15.95

THE MEDITERRANEAN.
(P. Wilkinson & J. Dineen)

Investigates 10 important sites in the Mediterranean area: Tarxien (in Malta), Knossos, Mycenae, Delphi, Epidaurus, Rhodes, Leptis Magna, Hagia Sophia, Mistra, The Topkapi Palace. Many questions answered. What was the Labyrinth of Knossos and did it really house a monster? Why did the Sibyl at Delphi have her famous visions? Did the Colossus of Rhodes really straddle the harbor entrance? 60 full-color illustrations and 10 maps. (96pp) hc.

Item # A305
$19.95

HADRIANS WALL.

Primary Documents. This teaching packet through its unique documents, maps, diagram and photographs shows the wall as it exists today. Also depicted is how Roman soldiers trained, lived, dressed, were paid, and how they defended the wall against invasions. Includes 5 Broadsheet Essays and 8 historical documents: pictorial map of the wall; building the wall; soldiers arms and armor; survey of Chesters, building inscription from High Rochester, guard roster, soldiers discharge diploma, tombstone of a Roman centurion. Includes study guide with reproducible masters.

Item # B785
$47.00

THE DEVELOPMENT OF WRITING.

Primary Documents. This teaching packet highlights the development of writing. Includes 7 Broadsheet Essays: Cavemen and Picture writing; Sumerians; Egyptians; First Alphabet; Romans, Medieval Manuscripts; Handwriting since Invention of Printing. Eleven Historical Documents: map of languages; Sumerian medical tablet; Rosetta Stone; Greek letter on papyrus; Roman soldiers diploma; and facsimiles from 5 printed books. Includes study guide with reproducible masters.

Item # B786
$47.00

TUTANKHAMUM & THE DISCOVERY OF THE TOMB.

Primary Documents The teaching packet illustrates Howard Carters work as archaeologist. Many illustrations bring to life the world of the young pharaoh. Includes 4 Broadsheet Essays and 10 historical documents: full color illustration of the gold-plated back panel of King Tuts throne; various facsimile documents of Carter (letters, index cards); color illustration of treasures of tomb; wall painting; page from News of the World (April 8, 1923) reporting Carters discovery. Includes study guide with reproducible masters.

Item # B787
$47.00

EGYPT
(J. Pofahl)

Includes historical overview of Egypt, its geographical features, details about Egyptian gods and goddesses, King Tut, life after death, daily life of workers and wealthy class. Reproducible activity pages (puzzles, problem solving, critical thinking). 170 Time Period Stickers. (34pp) pb

Item # E602
$9.95

*WHAT DO WE KNOW ABOUT THE EGYPTIANS?
(J. Defrates)

Who were the ancient Egyptians? Did they grow their own food? Did children go to school? Who did they worship? What was it like to live in ancient Egypt. (47pp) hc

Item # E604
$19.95

*FIRST FACTS ABOUT THE ANCIENT EGYPTIANS
(J. Morley)

Archaeologists and scholars know a great deal about the everyday life of ancient Egyptians. Here in one book are basic facts about farming, religion, politics, education, warfare and science. (32pp) hc

Item # E605
$14.95

CLEOPATRA.
(D. Nardo)

Cleopatra remains one of the most famous and controversial figures in history. Shrouded in myth and mystery, her biography is steeped in half-truths and glorious fictions. (112pp) hc.

Item # E607
$19.95

*AN EGYPTIAN PYRAMID
(J. Morley)

Visit and Egyptian pyramid; discover how such vast structures were built. Superb cutaway illustrations provide intimate look at life in Ancient Egypt. Learn why pyramids were shaped they way they are; spend a day with pharaoh in his palace; learn how corpses were prepared for mummifications. Much more. (49pp) hc

Item # E611
$19.95

COSTUME OF ANCIENT EGYPT
(P.J. Watson)

Outlines ancient Egyptian costume from earliest time to end of New Kingdom. Includes chapters on geography, climate, history and technology, and dress of specific groups: nobles, priests, gods, women, workmen, soldiers. Copiously illustrated with line drawing and 8 color plates. (64pp) hc

Item # E614
$19.95

*ULTIMATE ANCIENT EGYPT STICKER BOOK.

More than 60 high-quality, reusable stickers or original works of art and modern reconstructions. Stickers related to: daily life, battles and wars, entertainment, religion, mummies, pyramids, boats, statues, paintings (14pp)

Item # E615
$9.95

*COLORING BOOK OF ANCIENT EGYPT.

Includes art from earliest pharaoh through 3,000 years to Cleopatra: animals, gods, goddesses, ships, dancers, scenes of Egyptian at work and play. (50pp)

Item # E617
$4.95

*COLORING BOOK OF CLEOPATRA.

Perhaps the greatest woman of ancient times; her amazing story told and illustrated with art from ancient to modern times. (50pp)

Item # E618
$4.95

*ANCIENT EGYPTIANS AND THEIR NEIGHBORS: AN ACTIVITY GUIDE.

Open a door to the cradle of Civilization; discover what life was like among the Hittites, Nubians, Mesopotamians and Egyptians. Hands-on projects help young explorers connect with these ancient civilizations. Construct a model Egyptian boat; learn about the Nile River; write cuneiform like the Hittites; build an irrigation machine; find out how Nubians grew crops in the desert; design a lavish royal headdress in the southern Mesopotamia style. Ages 5-12. (186pp)

Item # E650
$19.95

*A COLORING BOOK OF QUEEN NEFERTITI.

Her story beautifully illustrated, along with exciting commentary.

Item # E651.
$4.95

*A COLORING BOOK OF RAMSES THE GREAT.

Well told and illustrated story of Ramses, including the famous Battle of Kadesh (1274 BC).

Item # E652
 $4.95

*A COLORING BOOK OF THE ANCIENT NEAR EAST.

Gilgamesh, Mesopotamians, Hammurabi, Assyrians, Phoenicians, chariots, gods, goddesses and musical instruments. Excellent overview of Near Eastern civilizations.

Item # E653
$4.95

*ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS: MESOPOTAMIA
(J. Pofahl)

This history/social studies thematic unit contains an historical overview of Mesopotamia and its geographical features, information on daily life, Greek gods and goddesses, discussion of Hammurabi, King of Babylon. Reproducible activity pages (puzzles, problem solving, critical thinking); 170 Time Period Stickers. Ages 8 & up. (34pp) pb.

Item # G405
$9.95

*REDISCOVERING ANCIENT EGYPT: CHRONICLES FROM NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC.
(F.L. Israel).

This book, based on National Geographic feature articles, takes the reader back to the early stages of Egyptian excavations; highlights discoveries, both cultural and historic, from the late 19th and early
20th centuries. (114pp)

Item # E655
$19.95


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