100 Facts Ancient Greece invites students to take an in-depth look at this fascinating civilization in stunning detail. Discover everything you need to know about the history of this influential civilization, including how the Greeks lived and how their ideas have inspired modern sports, entertainments and politics. Topics covered in 100 Facts Ancient Greece: • Beliefs about the power of the Gods to punish and reward humans. • The Battle of Troy and the famous wooden horse. • Athens’ rivalry with Sparta and the great battles between the armies. ‘I don’t believe it’ fascinating facts: • When their sons were marching off to war, Spartan women said ‘Come back carrying your shield (victorious) or be carried on it (dead!)’. • Pythagoras’ followers believed in reincarnation. They were vegetarians but they would not eat beans because they might contain reborn human souls! • Once a year, Athenian citizens voted to ban unpopular people from their city for ten years. 100 Facts Ancient Greece for kids is bursting with exactly 100 fascinating facts, detailed images and fun activities to help students learn everything they need to know about the lives of ancient Greeks. • Students learn more easily with bite-sized information • Photographs and artworks aid children who learn through visual prompts • Activities allow children to put what they have learned into practice
