Grade 2 - The Ancient Greek Civilization

128 The Ancient Greek Civilization 10 | The Great Thinkers of Greece

 Prior to listening to “The Great Thinkers of Greece,” identify

orally what they know and have learned about the battle at

Thermopylae

Core Vocabulary

affection, n. Fondness or liking

Example: Eddie looked at his new baby brother with great affection.

Variation(s): affections

astonishing, adj. Causing surprise or amazement

Example: The fi reworks display was an astonishing sight.

Variation(s): none

marvelous, adj. Excellent or wonderful

Example: The singing group performed a marvelous concert in the park.

Variation(s): none

philosopher, n. Someone who seeks to understand and explain people

and the world in which they live

Example: Confucius was a famous Chinese philosopher.

Variation(s): philosophers

proof, n. Evidence or facts that support that something is true

Example: Scientists continue to search for proof of life on other planets.

Variation(s): none

At a Glance Exercise Materials Minutes

Introducing the Read-Aloud

What Have We Already Learned? Civilization Chart from previous lessons

Essential Background Information 10

or Terms

Purpose for Listening

Presenting the Read-Aloud The Great Thinkers of Greece Poster 1 (Map of Ancient Greece)^15

Discussing the Read-Aloud

Comprehension Questions

Image Cards 22–24;

Instructional Master 1B-1

(optional);

Civilization Chart from

previous lessons

10

Word Work: Marvelous^5

 Complete Remainder of the Lesson Later in the Day

Extensions

Sayings and Phrases: Practice What

You Preach

20

Writing a Fictional Narrative: Plan

Instructional Master 10B-1;

chart paper, chalkboard, or

whiteboard