The Campanian Society - Educational Materials: Ancient Greek and Roman Resource Series

The TEN BOOKS in the following series consist of fully reproducible, activity-based resource books for upper elementary, middle school and high school teachers who are interested in enriching the humanities, history, social studies, language arts, art classes and other subjects, such as Latin and mythology.

These ten teacher-friendly resource books may be used individually or together. They are self explanatory, and encourage an interdisciplinary approach to learning; no additional material is needed to complete a successful and exciting hands-on unit of study. Each resource book has 100 reproducible pages and includes primary sources, lesson units, student activities, bibliography, pronunciation glossary and reproducible illustrations which can be duplicated as often as needed.

MAJORS TEMPLES AND FAMOUS STATUES OF DEITIES.
Introduction to architecture and sculpture of Greeks and Romans. Ready-to-use teaching units essential for the study of architecture (technical terms, ground plans, reconstructions) and sculpture (anatomical terminology, methods of production, tools). Includes major mythology stories and artistic commentary for each deity — all of which will lead to exciting classroom discussion. This resource book features . . . .

- glossary of major terms for architecture and sculpture
- major Greek and Roman gods: Zeus, Poseidon, Apollo
- major Greek and Roman goddesses: Hera, Athena, Artemis, Aphrodite
- major temples: Zeus at Olympia, Zeus at Agrigento, Jupiter in Rome, Poseidon at Sounion, Apollo at Delphi, Athena in Athens (Parthenon), Artemis at Ephesus, Venus at Rome
- major statues: Olympian Zeus, Hermes of Praxiteles, Athena Parthenos, Apollo

Item # S207
(ISBN: 1-56696-1297)
$25.00

INVENTIONS AND INVENTORS.
Who invented the lyre and flute? the Corinthian capital, the odometer? the mechanical theatre? Who created the horse? Did the Greeks and Romans have computers, sundial and clocks? What are Archimedes clamps? Use this fascinating treasure trove of resources and primary sources to explore the amazing inventions of the Greeks and Romans. Each invention is accompanied by the aetiological and mythological stories and illustrations. This resource will encourage hands-on learning and stimulate your students' imagination.

This resource book features . . . .
- the invention of ancient musical instruments (lyre, phormix, barbitos, kithara, aulos, pan pipes
- the creation of the horse and invention of the chariot and harness
- invention of sundials and water clocks in Egypt, Greece and Rome
- invention of Doric, Ionic and Corinthian architectural orders
- great inventors: Archimedes (water screw and clamps); Hero (mechanical theatre)
- a Greek computer
- the invention of the odometer
- the invention of fire engines and water pumps
- modern inventors and inventions

Item # S208
(ISBN: 1-56696-1300)
$25.00

FOLKLORE OF FLOWERS: LEGENDS AND CONNECTIONS.
Have you ever been asked by your students how did the laurel become associated with Apollo? the olive with Athena? Why is the iris associated with rainbows? why does Narcissus have the same name as the flower and what do the different colors of the rose, Aphrodite's flower, mean? This resource book contains the answers and much more. Folklore, mythology and botanical history combine in this beautifully illustrated and well documented anthology of flowers to offer exciting materials for your students.

This resource book features . . . .
- Spring flowers: mythological folklore and myths for: hyacinth, iris, lily, narcissus, peony
- Summer flowers: mythological folklore and myths for: allium, corn flower, delphinium, rose, sun flower
- Fall flowers: mythological folklore and myths for: anemone, aster, colchicum
- Winter flowers: mythological folklore and myths for: amaryllis, Christmas rose, crocus
- collection of poetical selections illustrating flowers
- state flowers
- floral calendar, flower of months and birthdays

Item # S209
(ISBN: 1-56696-1319)
$25.00

ORACLES AND SIBYLS: TELLING THE FUTURE IN THE PAST.
What will tomorrow bring? Ouija boards, chicken bones, tarot cards, tea leaves, meteorologists and Nostradamus are all ways to peer into the future. The Greeks and Romans were as curious about the future as we are today. The gods spoke and told the future at special sites (called oracles) and through individuals (called Sibyls). A concise account of Michelangelo's five Sibyls in the Sistine Chapel (Libyan, Cumaean, Delphic, Persian, Erythrean) leads to a fascinating presentation of these “future telling” sites and the legendary stories of prophecies and famous visitors.

This resource book features . . . .
- the five Sibyls in Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel
- the story of the Sibylline Books of prophecy
- the Sibyl of Delphi: history of the oracle, how to get a prophecy, the famous testing of the oracle by Croesus
- the Sibyl of Cumae: her story, Aeneas at Cumae, archaeological ground plans of the Sibyl's oracle
- the Sibyl of Erythrae
- famous prophets and seers of the ancient world: their myths and stories

CINCINNATUS AND WASHINGTON.
The mythology and history surrounding the life and careers of Cincinnatus and Washington are the springboard for examining parallels between Rome and America: governmental forms, architecture and art, city planning, agriculture and biographies of famous Roman and American heroes.

This resource book features . . . .
- life and career of Cincinnatus and Washington
- parallel Roman and American values: virtue, duty, integrity, simplicity, glory
- parallel Roman and American heroes: Cicero and John Adams, Porcia and Abigail Adams, Cato and Jefferson, Washington and John Adams, Julius Caesar and Hamilton
- Roman and American Agriculture — the plow as a symbol of Rome and implement of the American Republic
- city planning and public architecture: Pompeii and Washington, Pantheon and US Capitol, Maison Carrée and Virginia State Capitol
- the art of Rome and America: Copley, Powers, Greenough
- parallels and differences between Roman and American governmental forms

This resource book features . . . .
- an overview of the ancient games, including the circuit of the games and history of the games at Olympia, Delphi, Nemea and Isthmia
- archaeological background, maps, ground plans for each site
- the athletic events: chariot race, horse racing, pentathlon, discus throwing, jumping, foot race, wrestling
- women in ancient athletics
- famous ancient athletes; their stories and careers
- training program for athletes
- foundation of the Olympic Games by Heracles
- the labors of Heracles

INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN: MUSES AND WOMEN IN ANTIQUITY.
This teacher resource highlights the role of women in the Greek and Roman world with teaching materials on the Muses and famous women of antiquity. The nine Muses (who inspire poetic creativity) are examined from their earliest appearance in Greek literature through their long and important role in poetry and the cultural life of the Romans. The lives, careers and accomplishments of famous women (Cleopatra, Aspasia, Artemisia, Dido, Lucretia, Livia) underscore the career accomplishments of women in the ancient world and offer illustrative parallels for contemporary times.

This resource book features . . . .
- primary sources for history and mythology of the nine Muses
- discussion of how each Muse became associated with specific poetic and creative functions
- each Muse illustrated with identifying attributes
- poetry selections (with commentary) for each Muse
- separate teaching units on the careers and accomplishments of famous ancient women

THE TWELVE OLYMPIANS: THEIR STORIES.
Superb introduction to the study of Greek and Roman mythology, folktale and saga based on primary sources. This teacher resource focuses on the twelve Olympians — the major gods and goddesses of the Greeks and Romans. The twelve Olympians are examined in units that may be used separately or grouped according to pedagogical purposes. Genealogies, circumstances of birth, major mythological stories and attributes for each deity are presented. Famous myths of each deity retold based on primary sources. Well illustrated.

This resource book features . . . .
- genealogical charts for all gods and goddesses
- clear, concise accounts of each god and goddess
- illustrations for each god and goddess
- story telling based on primary sources

THE MANY FACES OF THE HERO: ODYSSEUS, THESEUS AND JASON.
A hero is a mortal who performs deeds remarkable enough to live on after his death and to become a criterion of excellence against which to judges one's own life. Ancient heroes (like modern heroes) stand out in the crowd and exhibit characteristics that permit comparison in connection with their birth, childhood, preparation for life, trials and quest for success, death, descent to the underworld, rebirth and apotheosis. This teacher resource presents the “many faces” of the hero from birth to apotheosis in well defined units that encourage critical thinking and self study on the part of the student. How Odysseus, Theseus and Jason fit the heroic model provide a unit of study that is challenging and thought-provoking. Engaging presentation of the changing qualities of the hero in the Greek and Roman world.

This resource book features . . . .
- definition of a hero
- characteristics of a hero (after the work of Joseph Campbell)
- detailed account of how the life and careers of Odysseus, Theseus and Jason fit the heroic model
- changing concepts of the hero in Homer, Apollonius of Rhodes, Vergil, Ovid
- genealogical charts of the heroes
- maps illustrating the journeys of Odysseus and Jason and the heroic labors of Jason

CRITICAL BIBLIOGRAPHY FOR TEACHING THE ANCIENT WORLD.
A critical bibliography for teaching about the ancient Greek and Roman world with grade level recommendations. Includes: mythology, history, literate, art, videos, audio tapes, selected Internet sites useful in the classroom and for research.

This resource book features . . . .
- overview of contents and range of topics for each entry
- subject division - literature, mythology, history, art, archaeology, reference
- brief evaluation of each entry
- grade and age level recommendations
- includes ISBN
- list of publishers and addresses