An Ancient Greek Odyssey
featuring
Odysseus
Content
This workshop offers an engaging and interactive way for children to learn more about the legacy of this highly influential civilisation.
Being a warrior was part of growing up in Ancient Greece and how he was trained and what he carried with him tell us a lot about their society.
Format
Introduction to Ancient Greece using the Hoplite's gear as a stimulus for learning about city states such as Athens and Sparta.
Character-led storytelling session with the legendary Odysseus the telling tales of the Trojan War and his long, and adventurous journey home to Ithaca.
Extension
This workshop can be extended with:
Greek myth storytelling session to include stories such as Demeter and Persephone, Theseus and the Minotaur and King Midas.
'The children really enjoyed themselves and learned so much from listening to you. Thank you for enthusing them even more and for giving them a real-life insight into Anicent Greece.'