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Did You Know? Achilles

Learn more about Achilles, the greatest warrior of the Greek army in the Trojan War.

Tips for Parents

  • Here's how to talk to your child about it

    You learned about Achilles, a powerful Greek warrior in the Trojan War. He was invulnerable except for his heel, which became the origin of the phrase "Achilles' heel."

  • Some activities you can do with your child now

    - Discuss with your child about their favorite part of the video and ask them to draw a picture of Achilles and his invulnerable heel. - Act out a scene from the video where Achilles is dipped into the magical river Styx with your child playing the role of Achilles. - Read a children's book about Greek mythology together and look for other stories that involve Achilles. - Encourage your child to create a short play or puppet show retelling the story of Achilles to showcase their understanding.

  • Pretend play with your child

    GAME: Achilles' Heel Hide and Seek INSTRUCTIONS: You play Achilles, your child your child is the warrior searching for your vulnerable heel. Hide your "heel" (an object) while they try to find it. Switch roles to keep the game engaging and fun!

  • 1 take away from the video for your child

    Even the strongest have weaknesses. Remember, it's important to acknowledge and address our vulnerabilities to prevent potential harm.