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We post articles on all eras of ancient history, including the Stone Age, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Vikings, Romans, and more.

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Mark Your Calendar: 10 Historical Anniversaries to Commemorate in 2026

Discover key historical anniversaries in 2026! From Alexander Graham Bell's first telephone call to Shrek's Oscar win, commemorate these historical milestones this year.

Pirate Name Generator - Historical Pirate Names For Kids

So, you want to be a real pirate? Find your real pirate name using our fun pirate names generator, with genuine nautical roles, historically accurate swashbuckling names and authentic pirate ship titles (plus a smattering of pirate slang words thrown in for good measure!).

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Find That Dinosaur! Wordsearch Activities for Kids - Free Printables

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The Maya Ball Game - Information for Kids

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Craft & Learning Activities

Make Your Own Senet Board Game – Ancient Egyptian Craft Activity For Kids

Pirate Name Generator - Historical Pirate Names For Kids

The Pantheon of Greek Gods on Mount Olympus - An Introduction For Beginners - Part 2

Part 2 - Gods E-Z: Who were the 12 Olympian Gods? Find out about Hades, Hephaestus, Hera, Hermes, Hestia, Poseidon and Zeus in part 2 of our guide to the Pantheon of Greek Gods.

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The Pantheon of Greek Gods on Mount Olympus - An Introduction For Beginners - Part 1

Part 1 - A-D: Who were the 12 Olympian Gods? Find out about Aphrodite, Apollo, Ares, Artemis, Athena, Demeter and Dionysus in part 1 of our guide to the Pantheon of Ancient Greek Gods. Discover what they were the god of, their relationships to other gods and goddesses and the myths and legends told about them in ancient Greece.

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Who was Medusa? A Beginner's Guide to the famous Gorgon

Discover 'Who was Medusa?' with our beginner's guide to the famous Gorgon. Uncover the myths and legends surrounding this iconic character.

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10 Fun Facts You Need To Know About Ancient Greek Heroes - Perfect For Primary Schools

If you want to learn 10 fun facts about Ancient Greek Heroes in only a few minutes, then this is the list for you!

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Ancient Greek Gods Crossword - Free Printable Ancient Greece Puzzle for Kids

Test your knowledge on the Ancient Greek gods with this fun free crossword! With a free printable, ideal as a learning resource for children, teachers, classrooms and homework help.

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Interview - Tom Vaughan, Best-Selling Children's Author

Discover the creative mind behind the Hercules Braver series in our exclusive interview with Tom Vaughan. Find out more about the Greek Gods and how they are like the X-Men, Toxic Zeus, and a mythological dude who managed to eat himself for dinner.

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Did Alexander the Great Have a Dog? - History Myth Buster

Discover the truth about Alexander the Great's dog. Strong enough to defeat a lion AND an elephant, explore the legend of the loyal, battle-ready Peritas!

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How Tough were the Spartans? An Easy Guide

Just how tough were the Spartans then? We give you all the info!

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7 Fun Facts You Need To Know About The 7 Wonders Of The Ancient World

This Blog does exactly what it says on the headline: here you'll find 7 Fun Facts about the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World.

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