If I Were A kid in Ancient Greece (If I Were A kid in Ancient…)

Reminders of Greek culture are everywhere evident today, from bubblegum to plays (Greeks invented both). But what was ancient Greece like for children? As this book explains, youngsters were well educated, sometimes with private teachers. They studied music, practicing as much as three hours a day! They engaged in mock-battles as a way to learn bravery. And they worshipped their gods in temples, just like adults did. This book covers "house rules," gym class, the Olympic games, the Greek gods, pets, and a host of other topics designed to introduce a legendary society to young minds. "If YOU were a kid in the ancient world, everything would be different - or WOULD it? Kids today share many of the same experiences as kids who lived in the ancient world - even though thousands of years have gone by. If YOU were a kid living in ancient Greece . . . Would you go to school or gym class? What would you eat for breakfast and dinner? What toys would you play with? What 'house rules' would your parents expect you to obey? Where would you hang out with friends? If I Were a Kid in Ancient Greece offers a fascinating look at the daily life of children growing up many years ago - and how it compares to life today." Describes Aspects Of The Daily Lives Of Children In Ancient Greece, Covering Homes, Toys, Pets, School, Sports, And The Town Center, And Discusses The Ancient Olympics.