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Cambridge For Kids has produced a number of audio and classroom resources aimed at children who are looking to further their knowledge in all things history, ancient history and science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes long, packed full of information that is easy for children to understand. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew John Brooks.

Cambridge For Kids has produced a number of audio and classroom resources aimed at children who are looking to further their knowledge in all things history, ancient history and science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes long, packed full of information that is easy for children to understand. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew John Brooks.
Who were the Ancient Egyptians? | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension
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Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. The Audiobook of Unit 1 - Who were the Ancient Egyptians? Students will be able to ask and answer questions about key details in this audiobook using the eBook and Comprehension Questions. Listen - Read - Answer Listen to the Audiobook Who were the Ancient Egyptians? Read along using the eBook (with visuals) Answer Comprehension Questions and Activities Introduction to the Egyptians - Who were they? How long ago did they live? Hopefully, in the next 10 episodes, all your questions will be answered and will give you a good understanding of this fascinating ancient civilization. Covered in this Audiobook: Location and translation Kemet ‘The Black Land’ Why so many monuments? Life after death: The Hall of Truth & The Field of Reeds Earliest Archaeological evidence The Badarians King Narmer Creation myths Their inspiration on the modern world WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.pdf) Comprehension activities (.pdf) Answer sheet (.pdf) EBook (.pdf) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Age of The Egyptians Series: Unit 1 – Introduction to the Egyptians Unit 2 – The River Nile Unit 3 – Hieroglyphics Unit 4 – Inventions Unit 5 – Cleopatra Unit 6 – Tutankhamuns Curse Unit 7 – The Great Pyramid Unit 8 – Burial Customs and Beliefs Unit 9 – Art and Architecture Unit 10 – The Legacy of Ancient Egypt
Roman Conquest | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Roman Conquest | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. The Roman Conquest and Expansion. The Romans had to fight countless wars to defend their growing territory and to conquer new lands. Along the way, Rome itself changed from a small town into a bustling city. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Rise of the Roman Empire: Episode 1 – Introduction to the Roman Empire Episode 2 – The Roman Conquest and Expansion Episode 3 – Romans and the Economy Episode 4 – Inventions of Transportation Episode 5 – Architecture and Engineering Episode 6 – Life as a Roman Episode 7 – The Arts and the Romans Episode 8 – Julius Caesar Episode 9 – Latin Literature and the shaping of modern-day English Episode 10 – The Legacy of the Romans
The Nile River | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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The Nile River | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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The Nile River is not only the longest river in Africa, but it’s the longest river in the world. It was an extremely important part of Ancient Egyptian life and provided them with a rich source of food, transportation, and resources used for building. Egyptian civilization developed along the Nile River in large part because the river’s annual flooding ensured reliable, rich soil for growing crops. The Nile supported and allowed life to thrive in the grueling climate. Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. The Audiobook of Unit 2 - The River Nile. Students will be able to ask and answer questions about key details in this audiobook using the eBook and Comprehension Questions. Listen - Read - Answer Listen to this Audiobook The Nile River Read along using the eBook (with visuals) Answer Comprehension Questions and Activities Covered in this Audiobook: How big? Flood & drought The Rosetta Stone Amazing wildlife Getting around The importance of raw materials The tears of Isis Ra’s death and rebirth WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Age of The Egyptians Series: Unit 1 – Introduction to the Egyptians Unit 2 – The River Nile Unit 3 – Hieroglyphics Unit 4 – Inventions Unit 5 – Cleopatra Unit 6 – Tutankhamuns Curse Unit 7 – The Great Pyramid Unit 8 – Burial Customs and Beliefs Unit 9 – Art and Architecture Unit 10 – The Legacy of Ancient Egypt Follow Us
Hieroglyphics | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Hieroglyphics. Hieroglyphic writing died out in Egypt in the fourth century C.E. Over time the knowledge of how to read hieroglyphs was lost, until the discovery of the Rosetta Stone. The word today is not only is used to describe Ancient Egyptian writing but also any civilization that uses picture signs as letter characters. Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. The Audiobook of Unit 3 - Hieroglyphics. Students will be able to ask and answer questions about key details in this audiobook using the eBook and Comprehension Questions. Listen - Read - Answer Listen to this Audiobook Hieroglyphic Read along using the eBook (with visuals) Answer Comprehension Questions and Activities Covered in this Audiobook: Sacred carvings Other civilizations Origins Cursive and hieratic Good vs Evil The knowledge keepers Coptic Translation WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Age of The Egyptians Series: Unit 1 – Introduction to the Egyptians Unit 2 – The River Nile Unit 3 – Hieroglyphics Unit 4 – Inventions Unit 5 – Cleopatra Unit 6 – Tutankhamuns Curse Unit 7 – The Great Pyramid Unit 8 – Burial Customs and Beliefs Unit 9 – Art and Architecture Unit 10 – The Legacy of Ancient Egypt Follow Us
The Colossus of Rhodes | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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The Colossus of Rhodes | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. The Colossus of Rhodes - The Colossus of Rhodes was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the most ambitious and tallest statue of the Hellenistic period. It represented the god Helios and was built to thank the gods for the victory over the fierce warmongers, the Macedonians. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: Episode 1- The Hanging Gardens of Babylon Episode 2- The Colossus of Rhodes Episode 3- The Temple of Artemis Episode 4 – The Lighthouse of Alexandria Episode 5- The Statue of Zeus at Olympia Episode 6 – The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus Episode 7- The Great Pyramid of Giza
Ancient Greek Government | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Ancient Greek Government | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Ancient Greek Government and Law - The Ancient Greek world had no single system of law; individual states like Athens and Sparta, instead created their own political and legal ideas. The most common systems of Greek government were Democracy - where the people made the decisions. Monarchy - rule by one individual who had inherited his role, much like a King. Oligarchy - rule by a small group of people. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Ancient Greeks: Episode 1 – Introduction to Ancient Greece Episode 2 – The Olympic Games Episode 3 – Government and Law Episode 4 – Philosophy, the First Thinkers Episode 5 – Literature and the Theatre Episode 6 – Architecture and Art Episode 7 – Greek Mythology Episode 8 – Athens and Sparta Episode 9 – The Olympian Gods Episode 10 – The Lasting Legacy of the Greeks
Ancient Roman Economy | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Ancient Roman Economy | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Romans and the Economy. During the Roman Republic, the economy was largely based on farming and trade, centered on goods such as grain and wine. Military expansion powered the economy, bringing in slaves and riches back to Rome, which transformed the city of Rome and the Romans themselves. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Rise of the Roman Empire: Episode 1 – Introduction to the Roman Empire Episode 2 – The Roman Conquest and Expansion Episode 3 – Romans and the Economy Episode 4 – Inventions of Transportation Episode 5 – Architecture and Engineering Episode 6 – Life as a Roman Episode 7 – The Arts and the Romans Episode 8 – Julius Caesar Episode 9 – Latin Literature and the shaping of modern-day English Episode 10 – The Legacy of the Romans
What is a Dinosaur? | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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What is a Dinosaur? | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. The Dinosaurs - The dinosaurs were maybe the most successful animals ever to live on the Earth. Their reign lasted over 100 million years and 65 million years ago a city-sized asteroid wiped out the dinosaurs and three-quarters of all life on Earth. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available When Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth: Episode 1 – Evolution and the Origins of Life Episode 2 – The Dinosaurs Episode 3 – Biology, the Biggest, the Smallest, and the Strangest Episode 4 – The Discovery of Dinosaurs Existence Episode 5 – Modern-day Study of Dinosaurs Episode 6 – The T-Rex, King of Dinosaurs Episode 7 – Velociraptor, the Smartest Creature to ever walk Earth? Episode 8 – The Herbivores Episode 9 – The Extinction Episode 10 – Could we bring dinosaurs back?
Ancient Olympic Games | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Ancient Olympic Games | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. The Olympic Games - The Ancient Greeks loved competition of all sorts. Each year, the various city-states of Greece sent athletes to festivals of games, which were held to honor Zeus. The games were officially held every four years from 776 BC, but they possibly originated much earlier. A Greek myth credited the hero Herakles, better known as Hercules, with creating the running competitions at Olympia to celebrate the end of one of his missions called the twelve labors. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Ancient Greeks: Episode 1 – Introduction to Ancient Greece Episode 2 – The Olympic Games Episode 3 – Government and Law Episode 4 – Philosophy, the First Thinkers Episode 5 – Literature and the Theatre Episode 6 – Architecture and Art Episode 7 – Greek Mythology Episode 8 – Athens and Sparta Episode 9 – The Olympian Gods Episode 10 – The Lasting Legacy of the Greeks
Dinosaur Biology | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Dinosaur Biology | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Dinosaur Biology Size has been one of the most interesting aspects of dinosaur science to the general public and to scientists. Dinosaurs show some of the most extreme variations in any species that roamed the Earth. We will also look at some of the strangest dinosaurs ever discovered. Incredibly weird beasts that baffled scientists for many years. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available When Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth: Episode 1 – Evolution and the Origins of Life Episode 2 – The Dinosaurs Episode 3 – Biology, the Biggest, the Smallest, and the Strangest Episode 4 – The Discovery of Dinosaurs Existence Episode 5 – Modern-day Study of Dinosaurs Episode 6 – The T-Rex, King of Dinosaurs Episode 7 – Velociraptor, the Smartest Creature to ever walk Earth? Episode 8 – The Herbivores Episode 9 – The Extinction Episode 10 – Could we bring dinosaurs back?
Lighthouse of Alexandria | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Lighthouse of Alexandria | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Lighthouse of Alexandria. The Lighthouse at Alexandria was the first known lighthouse and stood for 1600 years on the coast of Egypt. It was built on the island of Pharos, to help guide trade ships into its busy harbor at Alexandria. The lighthouse was damaged by several earthquakes and eventually became an abandoned ruin. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: Episode 1- The Hanging Gardens of Babylon Episode 2- The Colossus of Rhodes Episode 3- The Temple of Artemis Episode 4 – The Lighthouse of Alexandria Episode 5- The Statue of Zeus at Olympia Episode 6 – The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus Episode 7- The Great Pyramid of Giza
Roman Inventions | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension
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Roman Inventions | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Roman Inventions of Transportation. Ancient Romans traveled by land and sea. From the earliest times, the Romans displayed remarkable skills in building and engineering. They constructed bridges across the river Tiber, aqueducts to supply Rome with water, and sewers to drain the Forum and keep the city healthy. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Rise of the Roman Empire: Episode 1 – Introduction to the Roman Empire Episode 2 – The Roman Conquest and Expansion Episode 3 – Romans and the Economy Episode 4 – Inventions of Transportation Episode 5 – Architecture and Engineering Episode 6 – Life as a Roman Episode 7 – The Arts and the Romans Episode 8 – Julius Caesar Episode 9 – Latin Literature and the shaping of modern-day English Episode 10 – The Legacy of the Romans
Temple of Artemis | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Temple of Artemis | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for classroom & home / independent learning. Aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Temple of Artemis. The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, in present-day Turkey, was built to honor the Greek goddess Artemis, the protector of women. It has been described as the most beautiful and dazzling of all of the Seven Wonders. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: Episode 1- The Hanging Gardens of Babylon Episode 2- The Colossus of Rhodes Episode 3- The Temple of Artemis Episode 4 – The Lighthouse of Alexandria Episode 5- The Statue of Zeus at Olympia Episode 6 – The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus Episode 7- The Great Pyramid of Giza
Ancient Greek Philosophy | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension
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Ancient Greek Philosophy | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Ancient Greek Philosophy. The philosophers of Ancient Greece were among the greatest thinkers to ever grace humanity. Ancient Greek philosophy and medical writing were extremely important on later thought, both in the West and in the East. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Ancient Greeks: Episode 1 – Introduction to Ancient Greece Episode 2 – The Olympic Games Episode 3 – Government and Law Episode 4 – Philosophy, the First Thinkers Episode 5 – Literature and the Theatre Episode 6 – Architecture and Art Episode 7 – Greek Mythology Episode 8 – Athens and Sparta Episode 9 – The Olympian Gods Episode 10 – The Lasting Legacy of the Greeks
Egyptian Inventions | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Egyptian Inventions | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Egyptian Inventions. The Pyramids. Writing. Papyrus Sheets. Black Ink. The Ox-drawn plough. The Sickle. Irrigation. The Sundial. Are but a few of their many inventions. Egyptian inventions were vast and it might be easier to list the things they did not invent such as the wheel; not unexpected in a civilization where boats were mainly used as the means of transport. Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. The Audiobook of Unit 4 - Inventions. Students will be able to ask and answer questions about key details in this audiobook using the eBook and Comprehension Questions. Listen - Read - Answer Listen to this Audiobook Egyptian Inventions Read along using the eBook (with visuals) Answer Comprehension Questions and Activities Covered in this Audiobook: Seasonal Calendar Papyrus Ink Makeup The Plough Sundials Breath mints Wigs WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Age of The Egyptians Series: Unit 1 – Introduction to the Egyptians Unit 2 – The River Nile Unit 3 – Hieroglyphics Unit 4 – Inventions Unit 5 – Cleopatra Unit 6 – Tutankhamuns Curse Unit 7 – The Great Pyramid Unit 8 – Burial Customs and Beliefs Unit 9 – Art and Architecture Unit 10 – The Legacy of Ancient Egypt Follow Us
Ancient Roman Society | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Ancient Roman Society | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Life as a Roman. Everyday life in a Roman city was totally reliant on your status in society. The city, however, contained a mix of rich and poor people. The rich had the advantage of slave labor, whether it was warming the water at the baths, cooking and serving them their late afternoon meal, or educating their children. The poor, on the other hand, had no education, lived in run-down apartment blocks, and lived off the assistance of the state. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Rise of the Roman Empire: Episode 1 – Introduction to the Roman Empire Episode 2 – The Roman Conquest and Expansion Episode 3 – Romans and the Economy Episode 4 – Inventions of Transportation Episode 5 – Architecture and Engineering Episode 6 – Life as a Roman Episode 7 – The Arts and the Romans Episode 8 – Julius Caesar Episode 9 – Latin Literature and the shaping of modern-day English Episode 10 – The Legacy of the Romans
Cleopatra | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Cleopatra | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Cleopatra. Cleopatra, who reigned as queen of Egypt during the 1st century B.C., is one of the most famous female rulers in history. Her life inspired a Shakespeare play and several movies. Famous in history and drama as the lover of Julius Caesar and later as the wife of Mark Antony. She was the last of a series of rulers called the Ptolemies who ruled Egypt for nearly 300 years. She was also the last true pharaoh of Egypt. Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. The Audiobook of Unit 5 - Cleopatra. Students will be able to ask and answer questions about key details in this audiobook using the eBook and Comprehension Questions. Listen - Read - Answer Listen to this Audiobook Cleopatra Read along using the eBook (with visuals) Answer Comprehension Questions and Activities Covered in this Audiobook: Ptolemy Dynasty Alexander the Great Battle of Actium Roman propaganda Betrayal Julius Caesar Mark Antony Tragedy The last pharaoh WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Age of The Egyptians Series: Unit 1 – Introduction to the Egyptians Unit 2 – The River Nile Unit 3 – Hieroglyphics Unit 4 – Inventions Unit 5 – Cleopatra Unit 6 – Tutankhamuns Curse Unit 7 – The Great Pyramid Unit 8 – Burial Customs and Beliefs Unit 9 – Art and Architecture Unit 10 – The Legacy of Ancient Egypt Follow Us
Discovery of Dinosaurs | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Discovery of Dinosaurs | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. The Discovery of Dinosaurs Existence. Ancient peoples most likely uncovered fossils of dinosaur bones from time to time, but they had no idea what they had found. Ancient Chinese writings from over 2000 years ago found “dragon” bones. In 1676, Reverend Robert Plot discovered a large thigh bone in England. He believed it belonged to an ancient species of human “giants”. Today we call them, dinosaurs! WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available When Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth: Episode 1 – Evolution and the Origins of Life Episode 2 – The Dinosaurs Episode 3 – Biology, the Biggest, the Smallest, and the Strangest Episode 4 – The Discovery of Dinosaurs Existence Episode 5 – Modern-day Study of Dinosaurs Episode 6 – The T-Rex, King of Dinosaurs Episode 7 – Velociraptor, the Smartest Creature to ever walk Earth? Episode 8 – The Herbivores Episode 9 – The Extinction Episode 10 – Could we bring dinosaurs back?
Statue of Zeus at Olympia | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Statue of Zeus at Olympia | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Statue of Zeus at Olympia. The Statue of Zeus was a massive 12 meters high, statue of the god Zeus, the King of the Ancient Greek gods. The statue was made from an inner wooden structure then enclosed with luxurious materials such as ivory, ebony, bronze, gold leaf, and precious jewels. Zeus’s eyes were made of vibrant gems and around his head was a silver olive branch. The statue of Zeus stood for over 800 years and was considered the biggest statue the Ancient Greeks ever created. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: Episode 1- The Hanging Gardens of Babylon Episode 2- The Colossus of Rhodes Episode 3- The Temple of Artemis Episode 4 – The Lighthouse of Alexandria Episode 5- The Statue of Zeus at Olympia Episode 6 – The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus Episode 7- The Great Pyramid of Giza
Roman Engineering | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets
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Roman Engineering | Distance Learning | Audio & Comprehension Worksheets

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Designed for home / independent learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for children of all ages to understand. Typically taking around 30-45 mins to complete. Written and narrated by Cambridge University archaeologist Matthew Brooks. Roman Architecture and Engineering. The Romans developed fascinating architecture and were outstanding engineers. While being strongly influenced by Greek and Etruscan designs, they were the finest builders of roads, bridges, and aqueducts in the ancient world. More than fifty thousand miles of road connected Rome with the frontiers of the Roman Empire. WHAT AM I BUYING? A downloadable audio file (mp3) Comprehension questions (.docx) Comprehension activities (.docx) Answer sheets (.docx) EBook script of the episode (.docx) WHEN CAN I GET IT? Instantly As soon as payment has cleared your downloads will become available The Rise of the Roman Empire: Episode 1 – Introduction to the Roman Empire Episode 2 – The Roman Conquest and Expansion Episode 3 – Romans and the Economy Episode 4 – Inventions of Transportation Episode 5 – Architecture and Engineering Episode 6 – Life as a Roman Episode 7 – The Arts and the Romans Episode 8 – Julius Caesar Episode 9 – Latin Literature and the shaping of modern-day English Episode 10 – The Legacy of the Romans