While telling about her life in ancient Rome, eight-year-old Flavia includes information about the homes, families, clothing, food, gods, sports, goods traded, and things the people build.

Discusses the age-old mysteries of preserving and burying dead bodies using a combination of book and Web site. Examines the mysteries of preserved and buried bodies around the world, with online links to more information.

A collection of full-color 3-D models, maps, fact boxes, and photographs that describe ancient Greece including city states, Greek art and architecture, the Hellenistic Age, customs, and science.