Romans Value Box

The Roman Value Box offers a fantastic way for children to explore the rich history of the Roman Empire and its significant impact on Britain. This collection of high-quality replica artefacts provides a tangible connection to Roman daily life, culture, and society. Perfect for classroom activities, role-playing, and enhancing history lessons, this box helps students understand the influence of the Romans on language, architecture, and daily living.

Contents Include:

• Roman Spoon: A replica of a Roman spoon, used in daily life for eating and rituals. This artefact offers insight into Roman dining habits and the importance of eating utensils in Roman society.
• Roman Coin Collection (X5): A collection of five Roman coins, providing students with a glimpse into Roman currency, trade, and the economic systems of the time.
• Fibula: A Roman brooch used to fasten clothing. This replica gives students an understanding of Roman fashion and the practical tools they used for personal adornment.
• Mini Roman Helmet: A small-scale version of the famous Roman soldier’s helmet. Perfect for role-play and understanding the importance of military attire in the Roman Empire.
• Sponge on Stick: A Roman hygiene tool used in public baths and toilets. This item reveals how Romans managed personal hygiene, often in public spaces.
• Roman Rings x 2: Two replicas of Roman rings, commonly worn as symbols of status and wealth, or for decorative purposes. This provides insight into personal adornment and Roman jewellery.
• Boys Leather Shoes: Miniature replicas of Roman leather footwear, offering a tangible connection to the everyday lives of Roman children and adults.
• Toy Horse on Wheels: A small toy horse, representing the importance of horses in Roman transportation and military use. This artefact highlights how children of the time might have played with simple toys.
• Roman Shield: A miniature Roman shield, representing the Roman legions' strength and discipline. This artefact gives students a deeper understanding of Roman military culture.

Educational Benefits:

• Historical Learning: These artefacts help students connect with the Roman Empire by providing a hands-on exploration of Roman daily life, from military equipment to personal adornments.
• Engaging Role-Play: Items like the Mini Roman Helmet and Roman Shield offer excellent opportunities for role-playing and reenacting Roman life, helping students engage with history in an interactive way.
• Cultural Insight: The Roman Coin Collection, Fibula, and Roman Rings give students insight into Roman culture, trade, and personal identity, making history more relatable.
• Cross-Curricular Opportunities: This box can be used to support not only history lessons but also art, creative writing, and literacy activities. Students can write Roman-style letters using the Roman Spoon or design their own Roman Rings.
• Perfect for Classroom Displays: With artefacts like the Roman Shield and Mini Roman Helmet, this box makes an excellent resource for creating engaging classroom displays on Roman history.

The Roman Value Box is the ideal tool for engaging students in the fascinating world of the Romans. It provides a hands-on, immersive experience, helping children understand how the Romans lived, worked, and influenced the world around them. Perfect for KS2 students studying the Romans in Britain, this box enhances history lessons and brings the ancient past to life.

Please note: The contents of the box may vary slightly depending on which artefacts are available.