Teaching about ancient Rome in a Waldorf school context offers students a rich exploration of one of history’s most influential civilizations. The study of Rome provides insights into the foundations of Western culture, governance, architecture, and daily life. Through a Waldorf approach, students engage with the material in a way that integrates storytelling, artistic expression, and critical thinking, allowing them to connect deeply with the historical and cultural significance of Rome. By delving into Rome's history, students not only learn about a key ancient civilization but also gain an appreciation for its lasting impact on the modern world.
Course Curriculum
- Lesson 1 - Romulus and Remus Story (38:09)
- Lesson 2 - The Founding of Rome (13:23)
- Lesson 3 - The Sabines (13:48)
- Lesson 4 - The Etruscans and the Map of Italy (18:25)
- Lesson 5 - The Seven Kings of Rome (20:03)
- Lesson 6 - The Roman Republic and Its Laws (12:21)
- Lesson 7 - Stories of Some Heroes of the Republic (22:43)
- Lesson 8 - Hannibal Crosses the Alps (34:30)
- Lesson 9 - Carthage (22:23)
- Lesson 10 - Colosseum and Gladiators (20:43)
- Lesson 11 - The First Triumvirate and Caesar Crosses the Rubicon (30:55)
- Lesson 12 - Caesar’s Assassination (24:15)
- Lesson 13 - Compare Marc Antony and Octavius (30:33)
- Lesson 14 - Roman Calendar and Numerals (26:57)
- Lesson 15 - Rome’s Technical Legacy (16:33)
- Lesson 16 - Aqueducts (39:30)
- Lesson 17 - Nero and the Emperors Up to Constantine (25:38)
- Lesson 18 - The End of Rome (20:19)
Learn More About Ms. deLeca
Samantha deLeca is a long-time Waldorf homeschool parent and teacher. Eighteen years ago she began her homeschool journey with her firstborn son. Her eldest two children have completed their Waldorf schooling and are embarking on their life’s journey with a true love of learning and a confident sense of self. She has a 14-year-old rising 9th grader and an 8-year-old rising 2nd grader.
She has dived deeply into hundreds of Waldorf books, spent years working closely with Waldorf teachers, and eventually qualified as a Waldorf teacher with a degree in Early childhood education, and a postgraduate in Waldorf pedagogy and anthroposophy. She has taught in multi-level classes in global brick and mortar and online Waldorf Schools from South Africa, to Canada, USA and Ireland.
She has taught two Waldorf cycles of class 1-9 with her own children. She taught grade 7 at the Village Waldorf School in South Africa. She taught grades 1,2,3,4 and 5 at the Dublin Steiner school in Ireland. A member of the Anthroposophical Society of Ireland, she taught grades 1 through 6 at the Kildare Steiner School in Ireland, and she supported the grade 1 teacher as a mentor at the Squamish Waldorf School in Canada. She taught grade 6 online in 2020 and she is currently teaching class 7 and 8 online.
She is a lifelong learner, continuously attending courses and conferences, adding what she learns to her live lessons. These lessons are organic, evolving every year with the children that are placed before her. She is passionate about the lesson content and curriculum that she delivers. She is happy to be part of the Streaming for Humanity teaching team and looks forward to sharing meaningful lessons with her students.
