There were many interesting and important civilizations in the Mediterranean region in ancient times, but the Mycenaeans were especially fortunate in one way: Their legends and deeds became the subjects of the finest works of literature to be handed down from antiquity-Homer's Iliad and Odyssey and the dramas of the great Greek playwrights. Legacy of Ancient Civilizations: The Mycenaeans
But once his desire is granted, he soon comes to realize that there are some things in life more precious than gold. This child-friendly adaptation of an ancient Greek myth, narrated by Michael Caine, is the story of King Midas, who wishes for the power to turn all things he touches to gold. Sinking Atlantis digs deep into the Minoan soil and history, following archaeologists who are finding evidence of a massive tsunami that devastated the Minoans-and may have spawned the myth of Atlantis. Yet in their heyday, they mysteriously disappeared. (The other seven clips on Greek mythology linked on this page, which include “Odysseus’ Ship” and “Hercules and the 12 Labors,” are also of interest.)įive thousand years ago the Minoans, Europe’s first great civilization, flourished on the island of Crete. This short animated piece is a quick crash course on the heavenly residents of Mount Olympus. In this episode, the kids must complete Zeus’s challenge in order to get Pandora’s Box back from Hacker, encountering characters from famous Greek myths and discussing fractions at the same time. Each episode is followed by a live-action educational supplement, linking concepts learned in the show to real-life experiences. Cyberchase: Zeus on the LooseĬyberchase follows three Earth children as they use their math and problem-solving skills to stop the evil deeds of The Hacker and save Cyberspace. Enjoy! The best streaming videos on ancient Greece 1. So the sooner our children are exposed to Greek ideas, ideals, and history, the better.
And the influence of the Greeks on Western culture and civilization is, of course, undeniable.
It’s not hard for kids to relate to the ancient Olympics or to enjoy the richness of Greek mythology. The Greeks might be the most accessible of all ancient civilizations, especially for children. Thanks to research interns Melissa Reynolds and Singer Crawford for their help in compiling these lists. " Be sure to check out our previous Netflix Academy posts on dinosaurs aquatic life insects frogs and other amphibians Ancient Asian Cultures the Maya, Inca, and Aztec Native American cultures Christopher Columbus and the Age of Discovery the American founders movie adaptations of classic children’s books and American folk heroes. Note: This post is part of our series, " Netflix Academy: The best educational videos available for streaming.
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