Learning Resources - G06: Ancient Greece - Living in the Past - ASD Libraries at American School of Dubai

Epic Books

Epic Books - Ancient Greece
First log into getepic.com as a student with your class code: peq5759. Then click on this link to get access to the books. The books can only be read during school time.

Suggested Subscription Databases

You can access all of ASD's research databases here but the ones that are most useful for this assignment are on top, so start there.

Britannica School This link opens in a new window
Britannica School is a general encyclopedia that's useful for all subjects. Choose your level: elementary, middle, or high.
SIRS Discoverer This link opens in a new window
A large general research database for all subjects.
World History Encyclopedia This link opens in a new window
A comprensive open encyclopedia focusing on ancient civilizations.

Books in Sora

Sora App - Ancient Greece titles
Please go to the sora app and then select the book you want. When you've finished using it, please return it in the app.

History Magazines for Research and Exploration: Read them in Sora!

History Alive!

In your History Alive! textbook there are several chapters focusing on Ancient Greece:

Ch. 25: Geography, environment & colonies

Ch. 26: Systems of government

Ch. 27: Athens vs. Sparta

Ch. 28 : The Persian Wars

Ch. 29: Athens' achievements & inventions

Ch. 30: Alexander the Great

Ch. 31: Greece's impact on today's world

Excellent Greece e-books

These are e-books in our library catalog. If asked to log in use Google single sign-on! They are unlimited access, so everyone can use them at the same time!

The Totally Gross History of Ancient Greece by Susan Meyer Readers may not know how truly repulsive some of the practices of the Ancient Greeks were. Be prepared for stomach-churning descriptions of the plumbing and hygiene of Ancient Greece, not to mention culinary delights like goat lung and brain omelets. Medical practices such as bloodletting and vivisection, are also detailed. We have a print copy, too!
Ancient Greece by Michael Anderson The impact of ancient Greece on the world cannot be overstated. Its city-states laid the creative foundations for much of the literature, drama, art, and architecture we enjoy today, while advances in governance and law have shaped the development of democracy. This book will help you connect Ancient Greece to today's world.
Ancient Greece by Diane Bailey Readers will discover the history and impressive accomplishments of the people of ancient Greece, including their extraordinary cultural achievements and feats of construction. This book includes details on the civilization's history, development, daily life, culture, art, technology, warfare, social organization, and more. Maps and images of artifacts bring the past to life.
Ancient Greece by Anne Pearson; Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff
Call Number: CREDO
ISBN: 9780756630027
Publication Date: 2007

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G06: Ancient Greece - Living in the Past: Learning Resources