From the series Ancient Civilizations
A Day in Ancient Greece
Reading Level Grade 2Interest Level Grades 2 – 5Copyright 2025
Reviewed
From the series Ancient Civilizations
Reading Level Grade 2Interest Level Grades 2 – 5Copyright 2025
ReviewedIn this title, early fluent readers will wake up in ancient Greece and follow characters as they go about their day. Read along as people honor the Greek gods, citizens participate in democracy by voting, and people gather to watch a chariot race. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive and educational reading experience.
Children can learn more about ancient Greece using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. This book also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a glossary, an index, a table of contents, a timeline of significant events, and a map showing the ancient civilization’s borders.
Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun narrative nonfiction for emerging readers. A Day in Ancient Greece is part of Jump!’s Ancient Civilizations series.
'The Ancient Civilizations series for young readers offers an exciting and accessible window into the past, bringing long-ago cultures to life through vivid storytelling and rich visual detailThe series stands out for its bright, vibrant illustrations that capture readers’ attention and support comprehension. The carefully leveled text makes the content approachable while still challenging young readers to stretch their vocabulary and understanding. A Day in Ancient China will lead readers through 691 AD China, from a laborer’s work day on the farm to the rich in their home where they paint, write poems or play weiqi (games with white and black stones). Readers will learn about student’s education, the lantern festival, their religion, their food, and more. A Day in Ancient Egypt will take readers on a journey to 1220 BCE when pharoahs ruled. They will learn about the process of wrapping a mummy and how they were laid to rest. The end of each book includes a timeline of important events, a map featuring the civilization, and a glossary of key terms—all of which help students build historical knowledge and practice important nonfiction reading skills. Overall, the Ancient Civilizations series delivers an immersive and historical experience for young readers. Through lively artwork, clear text, and well-designed learning tools, it invites young readers to step into the past and discover the people, places, and events that shaped our world.', Alana Jara, District Librarian, Clear Lake Community School District
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