From early democracy to the Olympics, the contributions of ancient Greece are still very much a part of today's world. However, this ancient civilization dissolved thousands of years ago. How and why did this impressive civilization fall? The answer to that question is found within the pages of this book, written especially for elementary readers. Historical images and important dates support social studies content, including the rise in the power of the Roman Empire, which eventually conquered the Greeks. With this knowledge, readers will better understand the influence and importance of this civilization hundreds of years after its decline.