A Day in Ancient Rome

In this title, early fluent readers will wake up in ancient Rome and follow characters as they go about their day. Read along as gladiators battle at the Colosseum, a mock naval battle takes place on a lake, and people gather at the theater to watch a play. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive and educational reading experience.

Children can learn more about ancient Rome using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. This book also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a glossary, an index, a table of contents, a timeline of significant events, and a map showing the ancient civilization's borders.

Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun narrative nonfiction for emerging readers. A Day in Ancient Rome is part of Jump!'s Ancient Civilizations series.