In ancient Greece different city-states often fought one another in deadly battles. But every four years the Greeks set aside their differences to honor the gods and compete peacefully in the Olympic Games. Learn all about the athletes, competitions, and religious ceremonies of the ancient Olympics.

About the Author
Lisa M. Bolt Simons, a teacher by day, has published several nonfiction children's books, as well as articles in various publications. She's been awarded a Minnesota State Arts Board grant, a McKnight Artist Fellowship for Writers/Loft Award in Children's Literature Honorable Mention, and a Shabo Award from The Loft Literary Center. She lives in Minnesota with her husband and teen twins.

Reviews
These attractive additions to Capstone's ongoing "First Facts" books offer introductory facts about life in ancient Greece. * School Library Journal *



Book Information
ISBN 9781474717496
Author Lisa M. Bolt Simons
Format Paperback
Page Count 24
Imprint Raintree
Publisher Capstone Global Library Ltd