Parent Guide > The Golden Age of Athens
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 Golden Age of Athens" by Collomia Charles.
In the informational text "The Golden Age of Athens," Collomia Charles describes Athens' democratic society during the Golden Age.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Community and Justice, Freedom & Equality as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"How are communities formed?" and "What is fair?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "The Golden Age of Athens" about?
- What did you learn about Community?
- What did you learn about Justice, Freedom & Equality?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: