Parent Guide > Greek Government
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "Greek Government" by Mark Cartwright.
This text describes the main forms of government in ancient Greek city-states: democracy, oligarchy, monarchy, and tyranny. It also details how public officials play a role in government.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Justice, Freedom & Equality and Power & Greed as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"Which is more important: freedom or security?" and "How does power corrupt?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "Greek Government" about?
- What did you learn about Justice, Freedom & Equality?
- What did you learn about Power & Greed?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: