In this title, early fluent readers will wake up in ancient Rome and follow characters as they go about their day. Read along as gladiators battle at the Colosseum, a mock naval battle takes place on a lake, and people gather at the theater to watch a play. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive and educational reading experience. Children can learn more about ancient Rome using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. This book also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a glossary, an index, a table of contents, a timeline of significant events, and a map showing the ancient civilization’s borders. Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun narrative nonfiction for emerging readers. A Day in Ancient Rome is part of Jump!’s Ancient Civilizations series.