to 146 b.c

Explores the family of gods and goddesses that the ancient Greeks worshiped.

An introduction to ancient Greek culture, discussing mythology, architecture, theater, and music.

Ancient Greece has had an impact on much of our culture, especially the concepts of democracy and theater, the tradition of Olympic sports, and the famous myths that are still a focus of todays movies, books, and TV shows. These fascinating aspects of the Greek civilization are examined as well as the features of ordinary life in ancient Greece, such as housing, clothing, and school. Several key concepts are supported by step-by-step craft projects that further draw readers into this amazing ancient world. Readers can choose to make a Medusa wig, decorate pottery in the style of Greek art, or construct an Olympic victors olive leaf crown.

Fictional account of the life of the famous poet, businesswoman, educator, and rebel of ancient Greece.

Describes what everyday life was like in Ancient Greece.

A Greek actor (in the fourth century B.C.) who finds himself at the center of a political crisis in which Plato is also involved.

Traces the history of the Greeks from the years c. 1000-490 B.C. and traces by region and places the early Greeks in context with other civilizations of the same period.