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I've always wanted some great resources to teach my neices and nephews who are Greek about their history and I finally found some! Check out these links
www.historyforkids.net

Greece - History for kids

Guide to Ancient Greece The Ancient Greeks lived around 3,500 years ago their legacy shapes the world we live in today. For some people, life in Greece was good, and many lived in busy towns and cities. They build many temples and very important building that all stood on hills. You will learn...
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PreviewPreview3:48Ancient Greece | Educational Videos for KidsYouTube · Happy Learning EnglishFeb. 19, 2019
Facts about Ancient Greece for kids | National Geographic Kidshttps://www.natgeokids.com › discover › history › greece
 
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ssherie_ said:
I've always wanted some great resources to teach my neices and nephews who are Greek about their history and I finally found some! Check out these links
www.historyforkids.net

Greece - History for kids

Guide to Ancient Greece The Ancient Greeks lived around 3,500 years ago their legacy shapes the world we live in today. For some people, life in Greece was good, and many lived in busy towns and cities. They build many temples and very important building that all stood on hills. You will learn...
www.historyforkids.net www.historyforkids.net
PreviewPreview3:48Ancient Greece | Educational Videos for KidsYouTube · Happy Learning EnglishFeb. 19, 2019
Facts about Ancient Greece for kids | National Geographic Kidshttps://www.natgeokids.com › discover › history › greece
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This is so cute!! Hopefully I can teach some Greek to my grandchildren, hopefully if my kids have any ahaha
 
ssherie_ said:
I've always wanted some great resources to teach my neices and nephews who are Greek about their history and I finally found some! Check out these links
www.historyforkids.net

Greece - History for kids

Guide to Ancient Greece The Ancient Greeks lived around 3,500 years ago their legacy shapes the world we live in today. For some people, life in Greece was good, and many lived in busy towns and cities. They build many temples and very important building that all stood on hills. You will learn...
www.historyforkids.net www.historyforkids.net
PreviewPreview3:48Ancient Greece | Educational Videos for KidsYouTube · Happy Learning EnglishFeb. 19, 2019
Facts about Ancient Greece for kids | National Geographic Kidshttps://www.natgeokids.com › discover › history › greece
Click to expand...
This isn't just great for kids! I learned a lot by reading the link, too. Great find!
 
It's great that you've found exciting resources for teaching your nieces and nephews about Greek history. I'm sure they will love learning more about their roots. After all, it is always good to know many interesting facts and events. It might make you want to become a teacher because it's a great experience. Teaching can be a gratifying occupation, and plenty of jobs are available at https://aquinaseducation.co.uk/main/teaching-in-the-uk/teaching-jobs-nottingham-derby/. Either way, good luck with your history lessons. I'm sure you'll do just fine.
 
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Genealogy is another great part of history. Wouldn't it be cool if you found a famous general, a philosopher, or maybe a modern-day actor in your family tree?
 
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