The History Cat
The History Cat: Birth of Democracy
Features a look at democracy in ancient Greece. Discover how it worked and how Athenians prevented corruption.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Emperor or President?
Lesson helps students trace attributes of the United States government to those of ancient Greek democracy.
Other
The Eras and Sculptures in Greek History: The Hellenic Age
Describes the main features of the Hellenic Age in ancient Greece, and examines Hellenic sculpture and the different styles and influences.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Greece History and Timeline Overview
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of Greece including ancient Greece, Athens, Sparta, democracy, Alexander the Great, Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, independence, and current events.
PBS
Pbs: Why Did Greece Develop City States?
This site from PBS gives three explanations for the development of city-states in ancient Greece.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Literature
History for Kids presents an overview of literature, libraries and the art of writing in ancient Greece. Students can glimpse a sample of the Greek Alphabet and learn about the epics that are still read today. Includes teacher resources.
History Teacher
Historyteacher.net: Classical Greece: Religion
A brief description of the religion and gods and goddesses of ancient Greece.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Greek Daily Life
History for Kids presents an overview written for elementary students of daily life of the ancient Greeks. Students learn about Greek government, agriculture and industry, houses and food. Teacher resources included.
Other
The Eras and Sculptures in Greek History: The Hellenistic Age
Describes the main features of the Hellenistic Age in ancient Greece, which began during the reign of Alexander the Great. Also examines Hellenistic sculpture and the different styles and influences.
PublicBookshelf Corporation
Ancient Greek Colonization
Short excerpt from a history book summarizes the achievements of colonization in ancient Greece.
ProProfs
Pro Profs Quiz Maker: Ancient Buildings of the Athenian Agora
Twenty-six assessment questions of different types covering the buildings and features of the ancient Athenian Agora.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: The Dorians
History for Kids presents the ancient Greek history of the Dorian invasion and influence on the island ushering in what is known as the Dark Ages around 1100 BC.
Ducksters
Ducksters: History: Ancient Greek Timeline for Kids
Kids learn about the events and timeline of the Ancient Greek in history.
New York Times
New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: Ancient Greek Theatre
An interactive & printable crossword puzzle developed by the New York Times Learning Network. The theme of this puzzle is Ancient Greek Theatre.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Theatre
Overview of the history of ancient Greek theatre written in a kid-friendly format teaches about the architecutre of the theatre buildings as well as the structure of the plays.
Other
Revista Eletronica: Grecia Antiga (In Portuguese)
A comprehensive collection of digital artifacts and articles on Greek culture from antiquity to modernity. Many aspects of Greece's development, from philosophy, mathematics, writings, medicine to language, are covered. Check out "Quid...
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Agrigento
Overview of Agrigento, Greek city-state founded on the south coast of Sicily, and provides information on architecture and life of ancient Greek civilization. Site contains photos, maps and links to further reading.
University of Virginia
Etruscan and Roman Medicine
Gives a short description on the practice of medicine in Etruscan and Roman societies. The first doctors came from Greece but Roman medicine tended to be more of a "home remedy," situation.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Athens
Encyclopedia entry defines and provides an overview of the ancient greek city of Athens. Includes a timeline of history events and explores its early settlement, government and laws, and culture.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Principles of u.s. Government
Tutorial presents an introduction to the principles of the United States democratic government highlighting the differences and similarities between Roman and U.S. governments.
Other
Ithaka: Cultural Study Program in Greece
Ithaka offers a rigorous experiential and academic work/study immersion in Greek culture. The study is inter-disciplinary, covering the main areas of culture and learning from ancient times to the present day. It is accessible to the...
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Acropolis
Encyclopedia entry provides and illustrated definition of Acropolis, with photos, maps and diagram of the Athens Acropolis built in the 5th Century BCE.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Power Point: Trojan War
PowerPoint presentation with maps, illustration and humor, by teacher Tom Richey on the politics, military and history of the Trojan War.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: The Peloponnesian War
This resource provides a history of the Peloponnesian War, the cause, and the battles that ensued.