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2) Greece
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Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, religion, culture, sports and arts, and people of Greece.
3) Parthenon
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Traces the history of the grand temple to the goddess Athena which has sat atop the Acropolis above Athens, Greece since 432 BC.
4) Mythologica
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Profiles fifty Greek gods, goddess, heroes, and monsters, including Athena, Odysseus, Persephone, the Amazons, Medusa, and the Minotaur.
8) Parthenon
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A detailed history of the Parthenon exploring its construction and restoration.
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When an Iraqi family is forced to flee their home, they can t bear to leave their beloved cat, Kunkush, behind. So they carry him with them from Iraq to Greece, keeping their secret passenger hidden away. But during the crowded boat crossing to Greece, his carrier breaks and the frightened cat runs from the chaos. In one moment, he is gone. After an unsuccessful search, his family has to continue their journey, leaving brokenhearted. A few days later,...
13) The Greeks
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Describes various aspects of life in ancient Greece and provides instructions for creating related crafts, including labyrinths, a bronze helmet, and a Trojan horse.
14) This is Greece
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A pictorial tour of Greece presents drawings of ancient monuments, historic sites, and modern city and town life on both its islands and the mainland.
16) Michael Phelps
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A brief look into the life and career of Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps.
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Examines the history, design, and construction of the parthenon in Ancient Greece, covering the rise of the greek temple, planning and structural phases, decorations to please the gods, centuries of worshippers, and the three dominant styles of columns. includes a timeline.