The First Olympics of Ancient Greece

by Lisa M. Bolt Simons

Overview

In ancient Greece different city-states often fought one another in deadly battles. But every four years the Greeks set aside their differences to honor the gods and compete peacefully in the Olympic Games. Learn all about the athletes, competitions, and religious ceremonies of the ancient Olympics.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781496659767
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	05/01/2019
Series:	Ancient Greece
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	33 MB
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Age Range:	6 - 9 Years

About the Author

Lisa M. Bolt Simons has published more than 50 nonfiction children's books, as well as four middle grade "choose your path" novels and an adult history book. She's twice received an Honorable Mention for the McKnight Artist Fellowship for Writers in Children's Literature. She's also received a Minnesota State Arts Board Grant and other accolades for her writing. Lisa is a proud mom to her science- and math-minded twin daughter and son. Originally from Colorado, Lisa lives in Southern Minnesota with her husband, who also loves to read.

Table of Contents

Let the games begin! — Before the games — Horse racing events — Running events — Track and field — Boxing and wrestling — Award ceremonies — Ancient vs. modern Olympics.