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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Cicero

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive biography of Cicero covering his life, his philosophical writings, and his philosophical views.
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Article
University of St. Andrews (UK)

University of St. Andrews: Aristotle

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent look into the life of the ancient Greek intellectual thinker, Aristotle. This article details Aristotle's childhood and travels as well as his various theories.
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Ancient Greek Philosophers for Kids

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the Philosophers of Ancient Greece on this site.
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Other

Ancient Greek Philosophy: Democritus of Abdera

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the theories of Democritus (c. 460-370 BC). He is best known as an atomist, having developed an atomic theory. Also discusses the ideas of other philosophers who are believed to have influenced Democritus.
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A&E Television

Biography: Plato

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography presented on the Ancient Greek philosopher provides a good foundation of information about his life.
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Primary
Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: Author: Plato

For Students 9th - 10th
This site focuses on the writings of the philosopher Plato including links to the full texts of 15 of his classics: Alcibiades I, Apology, Charmides, Critias, Crito, Euthydemus, Euthyphro, Ion, Laches, Lesser Hippias, Lysis, Menexenu,...
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Eutropius

For Students 9th - 10th
Fordham University gives a brief selection by Eutropius about the reign of Marcus Aurelius. Describes him as a very pious and generous man, despite all his power and the problems he faced.
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Philosophy Pages

Philosophy Pages: History of Western Philosophers

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides a narrative survey of the history of Western philosophical thought. Provides a general description of different philosophical questions and how they were answered.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Epicurus

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the life of the Greek philosopher Epicurus and the philosophy he developed called Epicureanism.
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Other

Institute of Physics: Physics Evolution

For Students 9th - 10th
The interactive map explores physics characters, their stories, and how they influenced each other. The ancient philosophers, the Arabian age, and the electrical enlightenment are included.
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Other

Ancient Greek Philosophy: Thales of Miletus

For Students 9th - 10th
Includes a short summary of the life and work of the Greek philosopher Thales of Miletus. Discusses his life, work in Astronomy and Mathematics, and view of water and pantheism. Also includes a couple of quotations that make reference to...
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Hipparchia

For Students 9th - 10th
The interesting life of ancient Greek philosopher Hipparchia is told here in some detail. References for further study are included.
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: What Is Zeno's Dichotomy Paradox?

For Students 9th - 10th
Can you ever travel from one place to another? Ancient Greek philosopher Zeno of Elea gave a convincing argument that all motion is impossible- but where's the flaw in his logic? Colm Kelleher illustrates how to resolve Zeno's Dichotomy...
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Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: Authors: Samuel Taylor Coleridge

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features the author Samuel Taylor Coleridge including a biography and the full text of the poem The Rime of the Ancient Mariner.
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Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: The Reign of Marcus Aurelius (Ad 161 180)

For Students 9th - 10th
Read this entry from William Morey's 1901 text to find out about Marcus Aurelius, one of the five good emperors, who was known as a philosopher.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Socrates for Kids

For Students 2nd - 7th
History of Socrates written with elementary age students in mind provides an overview of Socrates, his philosophy and methods, as well as general facts about his life. Teacher resources included.
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Tufts University

Perseus Digital Library: Works by and About Cicero

For Students 9th - 10th
Contains electronic versions of many of the writings of Cicero. Some are available in both English and Latin, others only in one or the other language.
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University of California

Ucmp: Aristotle

For Students 9th - 10th
The life and philosophical treatises of Aristotle (384-322 BCE) are surveyed, including his writings on biology, zoology and physics.
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Other

Diotima: The Life of Hipparchia

For Students 9th - 10th
Incidents from the life of Greek philosopher Hipparchia are featured on this page from Diotima, publisher of "materials for the study of women and gender in the ancient world."
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BBC

Bbc: Critics and Critiques of Athenian Democracy

For Students 9th - 10th
Examine the different arguments for and against democracy by ancient Greek leaders and philosophers. The main critique of democracy came down to the question of whether we trust the masses to make informed decisions? Follow the rise and...
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Western Concepts of God

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy provides an overview of how people viewed God from the time of the Roman Empire until today.
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Article
Other

Western Kentucky University: The Atomism of Democritus

For Students 9th - 10th
An essay explaining the atomist beliefs of the philosopher Democritus.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Adelard of Bath

For Students 3rd - 8th
History for Kids presents information on the life and works of Adelard, a 12th Century philosopher and translator from the Roman city of Bath. Includes links to teacher resources.
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Math Open Reference

Math Open Reference: Thales

For Students 9th - 10th
Contains a detailed biography and discussion of the contributions of the ancient Greek philosopher Thales. Part of a larger mathematics site, this page focuses primarily on his contributions to Geometry.

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