MINOANS

"The king's son, Theseus, wins help from a princess and defeats the monstrous Minotaur." News reporters certainly would run such a story on today's front page. The ancients also thought such a death-defying deed deserved national acclaim, and the tale of Theseus' deed became a story that was handed down from generation to generation. Join us to learn not just about Theseus and the Minotaur, but also about ancient Crete and the Minoans - the people whose king was said to have kept the great beast in his gigantic palace. Meet the bull dancers who delighted the royals and the artists and farmers who contributed to the island's prosperity. Analyze the theories about the Minoans' decline and decide whether you think it was related to mysterious Atlantis. Discover in what ways the Minoans influenced their neighbors and the many generations of peoples who followed them in the Aegean world. Don't miss this exciting trip back to ancient Crete and the world where fact and fiction often mix!

Teacher's Guide

Paperback  48 pgs.  Full Color
Suggested for ages: 9-14
Product Code: CAL0012