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600- 337 B.C.
Classical Greece was a time of incredible cultural, intellectual, and political growth. This period saw the rise of city-states like Athens and Sparta, which became centers of philosophy, democracy, and military power. Great thinkers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle shaped Western thought, while artists and architects created iconic structures like the Parthenon. The era was also marked by conflicts such as the Persian Wars and the Peloponnesian War, which influenced Greek society and politics. (Find books about Ancient Greek mythology and epics here.)
Picture books
How the Olympics Came To Be
Introduction to the ancient Olympics, with objects from the British Museum
Chapter books
Non-fiction books
The Ancient Greek World
Thorough overview for middle and upper-grade readers, with primary sources
So You Think You Have It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Greece
Explanation of life as an ancient Greek kid
Why Did the Ancient Greeks Ride Elephants into Battle?
Engaging question-and-answer book about ancient Greek life
Biographies
Wise Guy: The Life and Philosophy of Socrates
Cheerful introduction to the famous Greek philosopher
The Librarian Who Measured the Earth
Excellent introduction to an ancient Greek polymath and his work
Archimedes and the Door of Science
Exploration of the life and work of a famous Greek mathematician and inventor
Activities
Tools of the Ancient Greeks
Introduction to ancient Greek innovations and discoveries, with activities
Classical Kids: An Activity Guide to Life in Ancient Greece and Rome
Activities inspired by ancient Greece and Rome
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