Pompeii and Herculaneum – What Happened When the Volcano Erupted?

Introduce young learners in Grades 3–4 to the fascinating story of Pompeii and Herculaneum, two ancient Roman cities that were buried by a volcano almost 2,000 years ago. This beginner-friendly resource helps children explore daily life in ancient Rome, the power of nature, and why it’s important to remember and protect the past.

This resource includes:

• A simple, illustrated reading text on Pompeii’s destruction

• Easy-to-follow explanations of volcanoes, Roman life, and archaeological discovery

• Coloring pages, matching activities, and “Design your own Roman house” tasks

• Comprehension questions and oral storytelling prompts

• Writing activities like “What would you have saved?”

• Differentiated worksheets and teacher instructions for flexible use

Perfect for elementary social studies, history, geography, or art projects.

This material brings ancient history to life in a way that’s creative, reflective, and fun—helping students build curiosity, empathy, and cultural awareness from an early age.