Spotlight on Ancient Civilizations: Greece

Created to fit into the Common Core curriculum standards, this informative collection presents the history of ancient Greece, highlighting its influence on modern Western culture. Each volume presents a different aspect of ancient Greek life, including its culture, technology, and politics. Photographs of primary source artifacts, ruins, and the remains of this awe-inspiring society enhance the information presented through the accessible text. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the far-reaching influence this civilization from 2,500 years ago continues to have on philosophy, the arts and sciences, and virtually every aspect of our modern world. Fact boxes and a helpful glossary will aid in reader understanding, and a list of beneficial, related websites will direct curious minds to even more information on these topics.