Parent Guide > The Code of Hammurabi
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 "The Code of Hammurabi" by Unknown.
The Code of Hammurabi is a well-preserved Babylonian law code of ancient Mesopotamia that dates back to about 1772 B.C. Hammurabi, the sixth Babylonian king, enacted The Code, which consists of 282 laws and corresponding punishments (depending on social status). The notion of trial by ordeal actually has some foundation in this ancient set of laws.
As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Justice, Freedom & Equality as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :
"What is fair?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this historical document at home:
- What was "The Code of Hammurabi" about?
- What did you learn about Justice, Freedom & Equality?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: