| | |  | | |  To the Western world, ancient Greece is one of the most significant civilizations that ever existed. This program presents children with interesting facts about the ancient Greeks and their customs, taking them to the Acropolis and the Parthenon, and teaching them about Greek mythology, great Greek leaders and orators, the Olympic Games and the beginnings of democracy. From philosophy and mathematics to new ways of thinking about politics, history, art and science, the Greeks left a lasting legacy that had a great influence on other cultures. Hosted by the intriguing archeologist, Arizona Smith, and his young detective-in-training, this program includes a teacher's guide featuring additional information on the topic, vocabulary words, discussion questions, follow-up activities and lists of recommended books and Internet resources. Part of the multivolume Ancient Civilizations for Children DVD Series. | " ...history is important and the Ancient Civilizations for Children series offers a fast-paced, exciting and informative look at the accomplishments of early peoples...Once again, Schlessinger Media has proven that it's possible to create excellent, affordable programming for classrooms or public library collections....Highly recommended. Editor's Choice" - Video Librarian (Jan/Feb 1999)"These remarkable videos should be purchased by all schools, middle through high school, where ancient history or world cultures is part of the curriculum...Public libraries will want to add this wonderful series to their collections..." - School Library Journal "The achievements of nine early civilizations and their influence in contemporary life are engagingly studied in these solid, polished productions...More fine fare from Library Video Company." - Booklist "These videos make an excellent addition to your school’s video library..."- Teacher Librarian (Feb 2004)
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| Additional Features & Details
Features: Chapter Select, Discussion Questions & Activities, Interactive Menu
Technical: Single Layer, Single Sided, Full Screen
DVD Encoding: Region ALL
Language: English, Spanish | | | Grades 3 to 7
Color, Live Action
Closed-Captioned
Copyright 1998
MARC Record Available
Catalog Card Kit Available
Single Main Entry Card Available
Teacher's Guide Available: Download Now
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