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National Curriculum Subject Area/s: Classics Length of session: 1 hour Max group size: 30 pupils
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Knowledge and understanding of key aspects of everyday life in Ancient Greece
Explore primary evidence, draw conclusions and share ideas
Develop close observational looking skills
Experience handling real Ancient Greek artefacts
SESSION OUTLINE
In this session, students will explore everyday life in Ancient Greece using primary evidence.
Students will search for objects to explore key aspects of Greek life: the symposium, religion, gods and goddesses, crafts, women, festivals and sport, male citizens, myths and legends, and slavery.
Activities will include gallery searches, discussion and object-handling.
Sessions can be tailored in discussion with the teacher to meet the needs of students.
INSET and teacher training can also be arranged.
‘An excellent session which thoroughly engaged the students. Great for the students to interact with objects, especially the opportunty to handle them.’
Secondary Classics teacher
