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Why we LOVE this product!
Greek myths are a gateway to history for many kids, and this book connects the gods and heroes to how real people lived. The flaps reveal temples, markets and armies in a way that sticks.
It pairs naturally with See Inside Ancient Rome.
Two things to weigh: it is a short introduction, and Barnes & Noble gives few details about this edition.
Description
SKU:
9781836052319
See Inside Ancient Greece by Rob Lloyd Jones, illustrated by Barry Ablett (Usborne), is a lift-the-flap board book with over 50 flaps that explore Ancient Greece, from marble temples and busy marketplaces to armies, myths and sports.
What's inside
- Sturdy board pages
- Over 50 flaps to lift
- Illustrated scenes of cities, temples, markets, armies, myths and sports
- Links to recommended websites for more
How it works
Kids explore one detailed scene per spread, lifting flaps to find hidden details and short facts about how the ancient Greeks lived, fought, worshipped and played.
What kids learn
- History: daily life, city-states, armies and sport in Ancient Greece
- Myths: gods and heroes of Greek mythology
- Reading: short facts to read alone or together
Good to know before you buy
- Age: Usborne's See Inside series is for ages 6 and up; Barnes & Noble does not list an age.
- Price: $15.99 at Barnes & Noble when we checked.
How it compares
A companion to See Inside Ancient Rome in the same format; the pair works well together for kids studying the ancient world.
Who it's for
Kids 6 to 9 who love Greek myths, the Olympics or ancient history, and fans of lift-the-flap books.
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Learn more!
Learn more about the ancient world
- National Geographic Kids: History: free articles and photos about ancient civilizations and world history
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