How Does History vs. Augustus - Peta Greenfield & Alex Gendler Work?

History vs. Augustus is like a fun game where we try to guess what happened long ago, using clues and stories from people who lived back then.

Augustus was the first emperor of Rome, kind of like the boss of a huge playground. He had a lot of power, and he made sure everything ran smoothly. But sometimes, things didn’t go perfectly, just like when you’re trying to build a tower with blocks, and it all falls down.

Peta Greenfield and Alex Gendler are like detectives who help us solve the mystery of Augustus’s life. They look at clues, like old letters, coins, and even buildings, to figure out what really happened in ancient Rome. It's like when you find a note inside your lunchbox that helps you remember where you left your toy.

• Coins: Augustus had special coins made with his face on them, just like how sometimes kids have pictures of their friends on stickers.
• Letters: People wrote letters to each other, kind of like text messages or emails today.
• Buildings: The city of Rome had amazing buildings that still stand today, like a big castle you can visit.

By using these clues, Peta and Alex help us understand how Augustus lived, ruled, and changed the world, all in a fun, detective-like way!