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The Roman Army: Legions on the March

Life in the Roman Empire

Day 44of 180
Week 9of 36
30Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Understand basic structure of Roman military

2

Learn about Roman military discipline and organization

3

Recognize how God uses different leaders throughout history

📖 Scripture Connection

Romans 13:1

“Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God.”

— Romans 13:1 (WEB)

Understanding leadership and order in military structure

📦 Materials Needed

  • Large cardboard box
  • Colored paper
  • Scissors
  • Markers
  • Ruler
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Begin by showing pictures of Roman soldiers and discussing what they notice about their uniforms and equipment

💭 Review Question: What do you think makes a good team work together?
2Teaching (10 min)

Explain Roman legion organization, discussing how soldiers worked together like a big family

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Romans had very organized military units
  • Soldiers trained together and supported each other
  • Discipline was very important in Roman armies
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • How do you think working together helps a group achieve its goals?
  • What makes a good leader?
3Activity: Build a Roman Legion Shield (Scutum) (10 min)
hands-on

Students will create a replica of a Roman soldier's shield

📝 Instructions:
  1. Use large cardboard box as shield base
  2. Cut rectangular shield shape
  3. Decorate with Roman legion symbols
  4. Add paper handle on back
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use pre-cut shield template

Challenge: Research actual legion symbols and replica historical designs

4Closing (5 min)

Discuss how working together and following good leadership can honor God

📝 Review Questions:
  • What did you learn about Roman soldiers today?
  • How can we work together like a team?
🙏 Prayer:

Dear God, thank you for teaching us about working together and being disciplined. Help us to be good teammates in our families and communities.

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about Jesus's life during the Roman Empire

💎 Memory Verse

1 Corinthians 14:40

“Let all things be done decently and in order.”

— 1 Corinthians 14:40 (WEB)

🎯 Activity: Military Discipline March

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Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Roman military was highly organized and disciplined system that controlled large parts of the ancient world

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Emphasize teamwork over violence
  • Connect military discipline to positive character traits
🤔 Common Struggles:

Children might focus on fighting instead of cooperation

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Understanding of teamwork and organized structure

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Research famous Roman military leaders
  • Create a family 'team' chart showing how everyone supports each other
  • Learn about modern military service and respect

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