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Unschooling Resources: Ancient
Greece and Rome
Books
The
Adventures of Ulysses
by Anna Claybourne
This Usborne book is wonderful for somewhat older kids. The story is
retold well, and the illustrations are somewhat dark, reflecting the
drama and action of the scenes.
Eyewitness
Books: Ancient Greece
This book is great for kids who want to see how the actual artifacts
look - statues, tombs, jugs, clothing, temples, weaponry, and even food.
This series is huge, with titles like Reptiles, North American Indian,
Dinosaur, Knight, Castle, Archaeology, Car, Pyramid, and much,
much more.
History
News: The Greek News
& History
News: The Roman News
(Candlewick Press)
Life in ancient Greece and Rome is presented in the form of a newspaper
(very colorful) written at the time. A cool series.
Horrible
Histories: The Groovy Greeks & Horrible Histories: The Rotten Romans
by Terry Deary
Like all Horrible Histories books, these are definitely worth
a read, or ten! Funny, informative, and very enjoyable!
The
Gods and Goddesses of Olympus
by Aliki
Simple stories of the main Greek gods, beginning with Gaea, Uranus and
the Titans. Nicely illustrated.
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Greek
Myths
by Geraldine McCaughrean
If you're looking for a book of myths told in a story-like way with
beautiful illustrations, find a copy of Greek Myths.
Greek
Myths for Young Children by Marcia Williams
Several myths are told in comic book style. Each myth is four pages long,
and the bright illustrations and cute characters are irresistable to kids.
Nothing too detailed, and event he tragic scenes seem perky, so this is
a great introduction to myths for the younger crowd. Be warned, though,
Williams doesn't leave out the gory stuff!
Mythology
by Edith Hamilton
The definitive book of myths. Great for older kids or for reference (the
family trees in the back can be particularly helpful). Also includes a
chapter of Norse myths, but this book's focus is really on Greek/Roman
myths.
Myth-O-Mania
series by Kate McMullan
This chapter book series takes the traditional Greek myths and plays around
with them. Series includes Have a Hot Time, Hades; Phone Home, Persephone;
Say Cheese, Medusa; Nice Shot, Cupid; Stop That Bull, Theseus; Keep a
Lid on It, Pandora; Get to Work, Hercules and more.
Mythology
Smart Junior: A Journey to the Land of Legend
by Gary Arms
This book is touted to be a homework helper, of sorts, and is put out
by The Princeton Review, but it's lots of fun. A group of kids travels
to the land of Ancient Greek myths. A fun way to discover the myths, and
a nice departure from the myths, themselves, for those who have read them
again and again.
The
Reader's Theatre of Mythology Plays
by Henry Gilfond
Lots of simple plays based on the Greek myths, as well as plays based
on Roman, Norse, Egyptian, Indian, and Babylonian myths.
Smelly
Old History: Roman Aromas
by Mary Dobson
Supposedly a "scratch 'n' sniff series, these books take the awful
smells of times gone by and expound on them.. Thank goodness the scratch
'n' sniff part doesn't work especially well! Still lots of fun. Check
out the entire series!
There's
a Monster in the Alphabet
by James Rumford
This retelling of the story of Cadmus, the legendary man who brought the
alphabet to Greece, focuses on the alphabet, itself.
Top
Ten Greek Legends
by Terry Deary
Written
in the style of Deary's Horrible Histories books, these retellings
of the Greek myths are lots of fun!
The
Traveler's Guide to Ancient Greece
by Fiona MacDonald
Need a guide for your travels through Ancient Greek civilization? "Where
to stay, what to eat, how to dress, and how to fit into Greek society."
It's all here.
The
Usborne Book of Greek and Norse Legends
by Evans and Millard
Great, non-cutesy illustrations with a glossary of gods, heroes, monsters,
etc. Packed with information!
Voyage
of the Basset by James C. Christensen
This absolutely delightful book A professor, his daughters, and a crew
of dwarves and gremlins journey through a world filled with monsters of
myth - dryads, gryphons, trolls, dragons, unicorns, and more, including
many monsters of Greek myth: Medusa, the Minotaur, Harpies, etc. The book
uses the plays of Shakespeare, characters from ancient lands (Greece,
Egypt, Europe), and gorgeous illustrations to create
a journal akin to Darwin's Voyage of the Beagle. Not a great
tool for learning the myths, but it's so much fun that even those unaquainted
with Greek stories will love it. Highly recommended.
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Games
By Jove boardgame
"The game where you travel through the fascinating but dangerous
world of classical mythology. Travel as a Mere Mortal or protected by
a Legendary Hero. The whims of the Gods can make your journey perilous
... or help you. Consult the all-knowing Oracle for fun & profit.
Go to war for Helen of Troy. Laze around in the Land of the Lotus-Eaters.
Your biggest challenge will be battling foes like the snake-headed Medusa.
To win, collect gold coins, help Jason search for the Golden Fleece, and
make your way safely through the labyrinth maze. Includes 56-page By
Jove Stories book of Mythology Tales." Though the ratings on
Board Game Geek aren't all that great, the game is definitely enjoyable
for those who love Greek/Roman myths and like the Monopoly style. Fairly
easy to find via ebay and thrift stores/garage sales.
Mythmatical
Battles
Mythmatical Battles is a dueling card game for two players or
two teams. It blends mythology and multiplication to create an innovative
game which lets kids drill multiplication while engaging in epic mythological
battles. Each player uses his own Mythmatical Battles Deck, with 55 cards
featuring gods, heroes, and monsters from Greek, Celtic, Norse, or Egyptian
mythology. (post #55)
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