Aqueducts are one of the architectural wonders of the Roman Empire. They supplied fresh, clean water to Roman cities for drinking, irrigation, and for public baths and fountains, often over many miles. These aqueducts were a revolutionary idea that changed the world forever. To this day, as civilizations grow across the world, finding access to fresh and clean water for ...

The ancient Romans left a treasure trove of ideas to the modern world. This legacy included many concepts that are still very important even today. Systems of laws and government, architecture, literature, and language are just a few key concepts brought to us by none other than the Ancient Romans. What set the Romans apart from other ancient societies was ...

Want to try a taste of ancient Rome? Make these delicious honey cakes! They were, and still are, a very popular Roman sweet pastry. We can trace these cakes as far back as Cato the Elder – he wrote down the recipe for safekeeping. New Audio Adventure Tells The Story Of Loyalty, Perseverance and Sacrifice There are many different variations ...

Mother’s Day is the one special day each year dedicated to celebrating moms everywhere. Wouldn’t it be nice this year to show mom how much you love her with something extra-special? (Even better when it’s homemade with love!) Finding a great gift for mom doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. We have found an easy and inexpensive gift that ...

When you think about your mother, what comes to mind? For many of us the thought conjures up warm and tender memories of precious childhood moments – bedtime stories, fresh-baked cookies, and a friendly smile that always encouraged us to do our best. For others, the memories may not be so beautiful and are perhaps, painful at best, or lie ...

Whether you homeschool year-round or follow a more traditional schedule and enjoy a summer break, it’s always nice to celebrate the passage of another homeschool year together. Take some time this spring or summer to acknowledge your family’s hard work in home education and celebrate your child’s accomplishments this homeschool year. Have an ice cream sundae promotion night. Invite the ...

During the days of Sir Francis Drake and the glorious Age of Exploration sailors didn’t have access to a very healthy diet. Historians have concluded that sailors consumed approximately 3,000 calories a day, in the best of circumstances. Their diets were often severely lacking in fresh fruits and vegetables. Many sailors suffered from scurvy due to lack of vitamin C. ...

Family time together is the foundation of building strong, long-lasting relationships. It’s how families invest in one another and grow together. Scheduling regular family time is key to keeping your family foundation intact, and well … it’s also a lot of fun! With our over-scheduled, often frenetic lifestyles, having regular family time is not always an easy feat to accomplish. ...

Learn the secret to creating your very own ship in a bottle! This timeless maritime craft has been a favorite hobby for centuries. Armed with patience and a few tools, you too can create one, leaving your friends to wonder … “How did they do that?” Important Note: Parental supervision and help is a must for this craft. This craft ...

Children naturally love to pretend and imagine. Unfortunately, many people view this as wasted time or valueless play. Nothing could be further from the truth. Imaginative play is a natural springboard to teach your child how to think critically and solve problems, among many other skills. Pretend play has many positive benefits for children. As they pretend, they learn about ...