Curious Universe is a highly engaging, informative and wide-ranging new narrative non-fiction series. This volume shows the world of ancient Rome through the eyes of an aristocratic Roman child, using cartoon-like illustrations, easy-to-read text, fact boxes and timelines to immerse young readers in the sights, sounds and smells of the period. Spend time in the swanky home of a wealthy Roman family, taste some strange delicacies, like fermented fish intestines, and see gladiators fight to the death in the arena!By covering familiar subjects such as school, family, careers and entertainment, young readers are able to relate the lives of the historical figures to their own experiences, which aids their ability to absorb historical knowledge.