"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Greece"--Provided by publisher.

This fascinating book reveals how various civilizations, Greek gods, and Greek wars influenced Greek culture. The beautiful images, stunning facts, and supportive text work together to teach readers about Greek philosophy, the city-states of Greece, Athens, Sparta, Acropolis, Minoan civilization, and Plato. Readers will be captivated by the vibrant photos and engaging facts about such incredible Greek creations that are still in our world today, like...

Insight Guides: all you need to inspire every step of your journey. An in-depth book, now with free app and eBook. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Greece, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like the Parthenon and the Palace of Knossos, and hidden cultural gems like the tower-house villages of Máni and the Acrocorinth acropolis....

"Engaging images accompany information about Greece. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

Photographs and text provide information about Greece.

"Greece is often called the "cradle of Western civilization" due to its many contributions to modern-day Western society. Tourists come from all over the world to visit ancient sites, including the Acropolis and Delphi. However, they also take time to sample the country's renowned food, visit its beautiful beaches, and attend some of its many cultural festivals. Through informative text, enhanced with full-color photographs and engaging sidebars,...

Readers are presented with an overview of Greece's geography, culture, people, government, and daily life. Intriguing text, informative sidebars, detailed maps, and full-color photographs give readers a glimpse into life in this unique country. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fast-fact section, and an area listing sources for further research. As our children grow up in an increasingly globalized...

Explore diverse landscapes, travel back in time, and discover unique populations, all without leaving your chair! Start your international tour in Greece, land of the Parthenon, the ancient Olympic Games, the Aegean Sea, and so much more. This colorful, informative book introduces Greece's history, geography, culture, climate, government, economy, and other significant features. Sidebars, maps, fact pages, a glossary, a timeline, historic images and...

Spectacular. Ancient. Warm. Welcome to Greece! In this bright, exciting book, young readers will travel to this amazing country without ever leaving their homes or classrooms. During their journey, they will learn all about Greece's land, history, cities, food, and holidays. They'll even learn how to speak a few words in Greek! This 32-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The engaging...