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Cambridge For Kids has produced a number of audio and classroom resources aimed at children who are looking to further their knowledge in all things history, ancient history and science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes long, packed full of information that is easy for children to understand. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew John Brooks.

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Cambridge For Kids has produced a number of audio and classroom resources aimed at children who are looking to further their knowledge in all things history, ancient history and science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes long, packed full of information that is easy for children to understand. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew John Brooks.
Ancient Olympic Games | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. The Olympic Games - The Ancient Greeks loved competition of all sorts. Each year, the various city-states of Greece sent athletes to festivals of games, which were held to honor Zeus. The games were officially held every four years from 776 BC, but they possibly originated much earlier. A Greek myth credited the hero Herakles, better known as Hercules, with creating the running competitions at Olympia to celebrate the end of one of his missions called the twelve labors. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Ancient Greeks: Episode 1 – Introduction to Ancient Greece Episode 2 – The Olympic Games Episode 3 – Government and Law Episode 4 – Philosophy, the First Thinkers Episode 5 – Literature and the Theatre Episode 6 – Architecture and Art Episode 7 – Greek Mythology Episode 8 – Athens and Sparta Episode 9 – The Olympian Gods Episode 10 – The Lasting Legacy of the Greeks
Ancient Roman Economy | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Ancient Roman Economy | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Romans and the Economy. During the Roman Republic, the economy was largely based on farming and trade, centered on goods such as grain and wine. Military expansion powered the economy, bringing in slaves and riches back to Rome, which transformed the city of Rome and the Romans themselves. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Rise of the Roman Empire: Episode 1 – Introduction to the Roman Empire Episode 2 – The Roman Conquest and Expansion Episode 3 – Romans and the Economy Episode 4 – Inventions of Transportation Episode 5 – Architecture and Engineering Episode 6 – Life as a Roman Episode 7 – The Arts and the Romans Episode 8 – Julius Caesar Episode 9 – Latin Literature and the shaping of modern-day English Episode 10 – The Legacy of the Romans
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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Statue of Zeus at Olympia. The Statue of Zeus was a massive 12 meters high, statue of the god Zeus, the King of the Ancient Greek gods. The statue was made from an inner wooden structure then enclosed with luxurious materials such as ivory, ebony, bronze, gold leaf, and precious jewels. Zeus’s eyes were made of vibrant gems and around his head was a silver olive branch. The statue of Zeus stood for over 800 years and was considered the biggest statue the Ancient Greeks ever created. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: Episode 1- The Hanging Gardens of Babylon Episode 2- The Colossus of Rhodes Episode 3- The Temple of Artemis Episode 4 – The Lighthouse of Alexandria Episode 5- The Statue of Zeus at Olympia Episode 6 – The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus Episode 7- The Great Pyramid of Giza
Julius Caesar | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Julius Caesar | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Julius Caesar. One of the greatest military generals in history, he conquered most of Europe, for Rome. He was once kidnapped by pirates, invaded the land of the Britons, had a love affair with Cleopatra, and started a bloody civil war that effectively ended the Roman Republic and started the age of the Emperors. In this episode, you will learn about his family and his many military campaigns. Why he laid siege to Rome itself. The ensuing civil war and how and why he was assassinated. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Rise of the Roman Empire: Episode 1 – Introduction to the Roman Empire Episode 2 – The Roman Conquest and Expansion Episode 3 – Romans and the Economy Episode 4 – Inventions of Transportation Episode 5 – Architecture and Engineering Episode 6 – Life as a Roman Episode 7 – The Arts and the Romans Episode 8 – Julius Caesar Episode 9 – Latin Literature and the shaping of modern-day English Episode 10 – The Legacy of the Romans
The Seven Wonders Complete KS2 Audio Series (50 Resources)
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The Seven Wonders Complete KS2 Audio Series (50 Resources)

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7 Audiobooks (70 minutes) | 14 Comprehension Question and Answer Worksheets | 7 Answer Sheets | 7 Ebooks. Apart of the Ancient Civilisations Curriculum. The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: Unit 1 - The Hanging Gardens of Babylon Unit 2 - The Colossus of Rhodes Unit 3 - The Temple of Artemis Unit 4 – The Lighthouse of Alexandria Unit 5 - The Statue of Zeus at Olympia Unit 6 – The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus Unit 7 - The Great Pyramid of Giza The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World were spectacles of construction, human creativity, and engineering on a scale that even the greatest minds of modern times would have difficultly reproducing today. These man made creations were all built sometime during the classical period and stretched across the existing known western-world at that time. Only one of the seven ancient wonders still exists today, and perhaps one of the most well-known ones at that, the Great Pyramid of Giza. From a time covering 2650 to the 3rd Century BC, these works of art scattered the landscapes for many reasons. Some were impressive tombs holding the remains of famous kings, colossal statues admiring supreme gods and others were simply to test the limits of what was humanly possible. Designed for both classroom & home / independent learning. Aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Audiobooks are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete per lesson. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Perfect for Special Education and EAL Students WHAT AM I BUYING? Downloadable audio files (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook scripts (.docx) MORE IN THIS SERIES The Ancient Egyptians The Rise of the Roman Empire The Ancient Greeks When Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth
The Ancient Greeks Complete KS2 Audio Series (50 Resources)
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The Ancient Greeks Complete KS2 Audio Series (50 Resources)

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10 Audiobooks (100 minutes) | 20 Comprehension Question and Answer Worksheets | 10 Answer Sheets | 10 Ebooks. Apart of the Ancient Civilisations Curriculum. The Age of The Egyptians Unit: Unit 1 – Introduction to Ancient Greece Unit 2 – The Olympic Games Unit 3 – Government and Law Unit 4 – Philosophy, the First Thinkers Unit 5 – Literature and the Theatre) Unit 6 – Architecture and Art Unit 7 – Greek Mythology Unit 8 – Athens and Sparta Unit 9 – The Olympian Gods Unit 10 – The Lasting Legacy of the Greeks It is difficult not to over exaggerate the influence that Ancient Greece had on the development of Western Civilization. Many Ancient Greek ideas have continued, practically unchanged, into the modern era. Areas such as literature and architecture would be unrecognizable without the Ancient Greeks. Their legacy has undoubtedly helped to shape the course of history. Important concepts that they left behind are their systems of government, culture and arts, and science and technology. The Ancient Greeks may have lived over 2000 years ago, but they are still with us today. During the pinnacle of the Greek civilization, Greek culture and ideas spread throughout the Mediterranean. It was first copied by the Ancient Romans and after the middle Ages, the European Renaissance rediscovered many features of Greek culture and used them in art and architecture. Designed for both classroom & home / independent learning. Aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Audiobooks are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete per lesson. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Perfect for Special Education and EAL Students WHAT AM I BUYING? Downloadable audio files (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook scripts (.docx) MORE IN THIS SERIES The Ancient Egyptians The Rise of the Roman Empire The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World When Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth
The Ancient Romans Complete KS2 Audio Series (50 Resources)
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The Ancient Romans Complete KS2 Audio Series (50 Resources)

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10 Audiobooks (100 minutes) | 20 Comprehension Question and Answer Worksheets | 10 Answer Sheets | 10 Ebooks. Apart of the Ancient Civilisations Curriculum. The Rise of the Roman Empire: Unit 1 – Introduction to the Roman Empire Unit 2 – The Roman Conquest and Expansion Unit 3 – Romans and the Economy Unit 4 – Inventions of Transportation Unit 5 – Architecture and Engineering Unit 6 – Life as a Roman Unit 7 – The Arts and the Romans Unit 8 – Julius Caesar Unit 9 – Latin Literature and the shaping of modern-day English Unit 10 – The Legacy of the Romans Ancient Rome has had a large influence on the modern world. Though it has been thousands of years since the Roman Empire prospered, we can still see evidence of their culture in our art, architecture, technology, literature, language, law, and religion. As a result, the ancient Romans have forever left their mark on our world. At its essence, Roman culture symbolized power, loyalty, and tradition that were so greatly prized in Roman society. Because the Romans cooperated with the Greeks from the earliest days of their history, the Romans also used certain Greek ideas and transformed them to suit Roman society. The result was an empire and a culture that combined the Roman, no-nonsense approach, with elements of Greek beauty and style. It is due to that unique mixture of strength and splendor that Roman culture continues to inspire and intrigue us today. Designed for both classroom & home / independent learning. Aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Audiobooks are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete per lesson. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Perfect for Special Education and EAL Students WHAT AM I BUYING? Downloadable audio files (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook scripts (.docx) MORE IN THIS SERIES The Ancient Greeks The Ancient Egyptians The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World When Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth