Ancient Greece

The influence of Ancient Greece can be seen in everyday life, from architecture and mathematics to culture and sport. Our Ancient Greece discovery boxes allow students to explore different aspects of this advanced civilisation. Choose from:

 

Box #1: Ancient Home

Spend the day as a citizen of Ancient Greece! Using replica items, explore what archaeology can tell us about everyday life in this civilisation.

Box #2: Drama & Competition

Why did the Ancient Greeks love theatre and sport? Using replica items, explore how the Ancient Greeks wrote entertaining plays and hosted the first Olympic Games.

 

Looking for extra ways to enrich and inspire your students? For an extra cost, our knowledgeable and experienced museum facilitators can visit your school to deliver a 60-90 minute session filled with facts and information, additional objects and a craft activity. For more information contact schools@yourtrustrochdale.co.uk

 

“The kids loved the session – especially the vase activity. It’s sparked their interest for the start of the topic and they loved the idea of handling real artefacts. It’s helped them understand the concept of primary and secondary sources too”