... and so, in our weekly co-op, we took our time exploring the many interesting aspects of this ancient civilization.
Since January, our group has gathered here every Friday, for an afternoon of learning and fun. Our co-op is comprised of four homeschooling families ~ wonderful friends we have known for years. The children (12 in all!) range in age from just 4 weeks old to 10 1/2, and so for teaching purposes, we split the group into two age levels ~ younger than 8, and 8 and up.
As is the case in many homeschool co-ops, each mum takes a turn at teaching (yours truly presented the lesson on architecture and engineering). After sharing a pizza lunch, we get down to work ~ "big" kids in the dining room, "young ones" in the living room, and "littles" running around underfoot ... :)
As we explored Ancient Rome we did lots of fun things ~ the kinds of things that are even more fun when done together! We created timelines, colored maps, launched catapults, constructed a Roman arch and a model of an aqueduct, "partied" in pillowcase togas, and designed Roman-style mosaics with craft foam. 
As the old saying goes, "All roads lead to Rome," but we've come to the end of this one ... and now we have set our sights on Japan! We begin in three weeks, just after Easter.
I will post as we go along in our next study, because we have lots of great plans for that unit ... Take a peek at the wonderful thread here at the 4real Forums where those great ladies helped me brainstorm ideas for our group!
