Franco Cavazzi
The Roman Empire: Romulus Augustulus
A description of the reign of Romulus Augustulus during the years of AD 475-476, how he came to power, and how he was deposed. Interesting site on the history of the fall of the Roman Empire.
BBC
Bbc Bitesize: History: Roman Empire: What Was Life Like in the Roman Army?
Learning module from BBC Primary History for study of the Romans and Roman Army. Engaging and interactive site for primary students. Includes activities, photos, videos, and links to supplemental material.
The History Cat
The History Cat: The Roman Empire
The Roman Republic was ruled by emperors for over 400 years. Learn interesting details about the most famous one, Caesar Augustus.
Emory University
Odyssey Online: Ancient Rome
Terrific site about ancient Rome. Site breaks down information into sections about people, mythology, daily life, death and burial, writing, and archaeology. There are also games to play as you go along.
BBC
Bbc: Bitesize: How the Romans Conquered Britain
Students can explore the history of the Roman Empire and Rome's Invasion of Britain through videos and interactive activities.
Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University: Antique Roman Recipes
Provides recipes for many Roman dishes plus a listing of the some of the Roman ingredients such as "liquamen" (salty fish sauce) or "defritum" (thick fig syrup).
Loyola University Chicago
De Imperatoribus Romanis: Diocletian
This is a biographical history of Diocletian and the Rome of his time. Includes links to other Roman subjects.
Other
Salariya Book Company: You Wouldn't Want to Be a Roman Gladiator!
A web-book designed to show the pitfalls of being a Roman Gladiator. Although this is a cartoon book, it does give you some elementary knowledge about the Roman Empire.
Ducksters
Ducksters: History of Ancient Rome for Kids: The City of Rome
Kids learn about the city of Ancient Rome on this site. This famous city was the center of the Roman empire which ruled much of the known world for centuries.
Boise State University
Boise State University: The Roman Revolution: The Second Triumvirate
This is part of a history presentation. It discusses Octavian, the Second Triumvirate, and the division of the Roman possessions into three zones. Click through each page to the Battle of Actium and the reasons for the final demise of...
Other
Willamette Coin Club: The Times and Coinage of Diocletian: 284 305 a.d.
A description of the massive job facing Diocletian when he assumed the leadership of the Roman Empire, and how he developed the tetrarchy. There is also information about Roman coinage.
Boise State University
Boise State University: The Roman Revolution: First Triumvirate
This site from Boise State University is an explanation of the First Triumvirate. It is a brief overview of the people involved.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Dictator for a Day
This is a lesson plan for better student understanding of life in ancient Rome. Students experience and analyze the pros and cons of a dictatorship.
PBS
Pbs: Caligula
This site provides a narrative of the life of Caligula. Includes quotes from historians.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Frederick Barbarossa
History for Kids presents a brief history of Frederick Barbarossa, an influential emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, also known as Frederick I. Barbarossa ruled from 1155 to the year he died in 1190 and was famous for his military might...
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Alaric the Visigoth
History for Kids presents overview of the Visigoth leader, Alaric I, who rose to prominence in the Roman Army and is responsible for the sack of Rome. Teacher resources included.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Attila the Hun
History of Attila, leader of the Hunnic Empire during the 5th Century, known for his firece and ruthless ways in war. Site includes links to worksheets, activities and quizzes.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: Western and Central Europe Chronology: The Ostrogoths
This brief article details the rise and fall of the Ostrogoths, a Germanic tribe of the fifth and sixth centuries.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Greece History and Timeline Overview
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of Greece including ancient Greece, Athens, Sparta, democracy, Alexander the Great, Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, independence, and current events.