In this video we explore the ancient Colosseum and why it was built.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it >>>
You learned about a big building called the Colosseum. It's very old and people used to go there to watch fights.
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4 activities you can do with your child now >>>
- Ask your child to draw a picture of the Colosseum and explain what they learned about it from the video. - Encourage your child to build their own miniature Colosseum using blocks or Legos. - Play a game where you pretend to be gladiators and act out a fight in the Colosseum. - Watch other videos about ancient Rome and discuss how the Colosseum fits into Roman history with your child.
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Pretend play with your child >>>
Game Name: Colosseum Challenge Instructions: You and your child will pretend to be gladiators and design your own Colosseum using building blocks. Then, you can create your own challenges and battles inside your Colosseum. While playing, you can talk about the history of the real Colosseum and what it was used for.
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1 moral thought for your child inspired by this >>>
Even the grandest structures can have a dark past. The Colosseum teaches us to remember history's mistakes and strive for a better future.