Young scholars research and examine the secret Special War Problems Division program in Latin America and discuss the impact of the program on civil and human rights. They assess the motives for the program and explore various quotes...

In this adjective word order worksheet, students read each sentence before placing the adjectives in the proper order for correct English. They order them based on the factors of nationality, size, material, opinion, and use.

For this ESL passive/active verb worksheet, learners read 7 pairs of sentences with the verb missing. Students choose to use either the passive or active form of the verb to fill in the blanks.

Third graders use data to make a bar graph. In this graphing and social studies lesson plan, 3rd graders use data about where Ellis Island immigrants came from to complete a bar graph on Microsoft Excel.

In this scientists worksheet, students read a brief synopsis of a scientist, then try to identify the person, 12 total. Worksheet contains links to additional activities.

This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Italy. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...

Discusses the relationship between the United States and Italy.

The Romans have to deal with the pesky Samnites in order to establish their control over central Italy. After three wars, the Samnites make peace with Rome. The Romans again show their resolve, persistence, and organizational abilities.

Students can learn about the geography and history of Italy on this site.

Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of Italy including the Roman Republic, Roman Empire, Renaissance, Catholicism, World War II, and current events on this site.

Celebrating Christmas in Italy! Here's the lowdown on how Italians celebrate Christmas from decorations to special food.

Read about Rome's final consolidation of all the towns on the Italian peninsula, from the Rubicon to to the Strait of Sicily. The war against Pyrrhus gives us the ironic statement of a Pyrrhic victory.

William Morey, in his 1901 textbook, explains Augustus' administration of the three parts of the Roman Empire, Rome, Italy, and the provinces.

Interactive map images from Dante's "Inferno." With reproduced maps of Italy from the time of Dante's life (1300s).

One of Rome's strengths was the way it governed the peoples it conquered. Find out the difference between the Romans, the Latins, and the Italians in terms of rights of citizenship.

An image of "Portrait of Napoleon, First King of Italy", created by Andrea Appiani, c. 1805 (Oil on canvas, 98 x 74 cm).

By the end of the Roman monarchy, Rome had incorporated many cities into the Latin League, a military alliance. This was the beginning of Roman expansion into all of Italy.

The strength of the organization of the Roman army was the key to its success. Read about the composition of the army, Roman military strategy, and weaponry. The road system allowed the army to reach every part of Italy easily.

A map showing the locations of cities that participated in trade along the Silk Roads, stretching from Italy to Japan. Each red dot is provides information about the location and links to a UNESCO page with more in-depth information...

In this article you read how the Romans begin to reclaim and expand their influence throughout the Italian peninsula. The Gauls destroy Rome, but after their retreat, the Romans rebuild and continue extending their power.

Rome strengthens her position on the Italian peninsula, defeating her neighbors, and establishing a method of incorporating and governing colonies which she will use in her future expansion.

Rome begins her expansion beyond the Italian peninsula with the First Punic War against Carthage. See why Carthage was such a formidable foe.

This chapter from William Morey's 1901 text lays out the entire course of the Second Punic War. The brilliant military strategies of Hannibal and Scipio Africanus are thoroughly explained.

The main page of this museum allows you to see a photographic gallery, do a virtual visit, find out about current exhibitions and much more.