Parent Guide > The Persian Wars
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 Persian Wars" by Mark Cartwright.
In "The Persian Wars," this informational text recounts the series of conflicts between ancient Greece and Persia in the 5th century known as the Greco-Persian Wars: a battle for land and power that would shape both lands for years to come.
As we read, we will be discussing the theme of War & Peace as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :
"How are we changed by war?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "The Persian Wars" about?
- What did you learn about War & Peace?
- Watch The Persians & Greeks: Crash Course World History #5 at home with your child.