Grade 6 Unit 2 The Wonder of Roman Times
This comprehensive unit will engage students in an exploration of Roman mythology, history, language, architecture, government, and scientific achievements. Students will delve into the captivating stories of Aeneas, Romulus, Remus, Hannibal, and more, gaining insights into Roman culture and society. They will also develop their understanding of language by exploring Latin's influence on English and will practice proofreading and editing skills. Students will examine the role of gladiators and gain an understanding of human rights and freedoms in ancient times, comparing and contrasting these historical aspects. Students will build a Roman archway and design a Roman architectural model, gaining hands-on experience in physics and engineering. This unit will give students a deep appreciation for the foundation of Western civilization and its enduring influence on our modern world.
This purchase includes one digital curriculum unit with 15 days of lesson plans and 5 days of flexible projects. This unit will inspire you with beautiful images, clear instructions and exciting project ideas.
And that's not all. You will also gain access to the Wonder Hub, which includes supporting documents, videos, resources, and community.
The Wonder of Roman Times
Learning Standards
Language Arts
Concept 1: Language and text can be a source of creativity and joy.
Connection: Your child will hear about the beginning of Rome with Aeneas and his connection to the Trojan War. They will listen to the myth of Romulus and Remus and the story of Hannibal. They will learn, review and discuss Roman architecture.
Concept 2: Exploring stories and other texts helps us understand ourselves and make connections to others and to the world.
Connection: Your child will learn more about the world today, and how it connects to ancient ways of thinking by discussing the Sabine story, the Etruscan story, the Tarquinius story, the way society was structured, Roman law and order and the role of the Gladiator in Roman culture. Your child will hear these stories or read independently and enhance their connections to themselves and the world.
Concept 3: Developing our understanding of how language works allows us to use it purposefully.
Connection: Your child will recall the myth of Romulus and Remus both orally and in written form. Your child will work on proofreading and editing skills and learn about the influence of Latin on English, highlighting the verbs and commonly used prefixes and suffixes in the English language.
Social Studies
Concept: Systems of government vary in their respect for human rights and freedoms.
Connections: Your child will learn about the start of the Roman Empire through the myth of Romulus and Remus, the Gladiator's role, and how human rights and freedoms were understood in ancient times. During the recall of stories, there will be an opportunity to compare and contrast.
Math
Concepts: Mixed numbers and decimal numbers represent quantities that can be decomposed into parts and wholes. Computational fluency and flexibility with numbers extend to operations with whole numbers and decimals.
Connection: Your child will review previously learned concepts through math games and in their math workbook.
Science
Concept 1: Everyday materials are often mixtures.
Connection: Your child will hear a story about the Romans and learn how they worked and mixed building materials and how Romans invented concrete.
Concept 2: Newton's three laws of motion describe the relationship between force and motion.
Connection: Your child will build a Roman archway out of clay, paying attention to the physics involved in the keystone. Your child will learn how Romans created waterways to serve their growing empire. Your child will also design and build a Roman architectural model.