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Article: Ancient pottery: spark a study of Ancient Greece and the first Olympics by learning about the arts of the time.(Masterpiece Poster & Lesson)
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You probably know students who worship professional athletes--but did you know the adulation of sports stars dates back to Ancient Greece? The Greeks glorified strong, graceful bodies. Every four years, the largest of athletic competitions was held at Olympia, where young men vied for prizes and honor. Runners carried torches through the dark, hoping to arrive first to light the flame on the altar to Zeus.
Greek Pottery
In Ancient Greece, art was part of everyday life. Historic, epic, and mythological scenes of heroes and gods were often painted on household pottery. Because the Ancient Greeks loved athletics and competition, many painters featured ...