Education

__Education__ In most places in Ancient Greece, children started their education at age 7. Education varied from city-state to city-state. (Scroll down to learn more about Athenian and Spartan learning)

__Spartan Education __

Education was all about getting in shape, and being tough in Sparta. This was because they were afraid of being attacked. Important subjects taught were dancing, weapon training, and athletics. At age 7, a boy went to live in a barrack. Men had to serve in the military until they were 60 years old. At 60 years old, men could retire and live with their families. Girls were also educated, but not as much as the boys were. They were educated also physically, along with domestic arts. Also, they didn't have to leave home, if they didn't want to. __ Athenian Education __ Girls didn’t go to school, but they did learn to write and read at home. Boys started school around ages 6 or 7. School ended for them around ages 13 or 14. Education was to prepare the children for peace and war as an adult. A few things the boys learned was to read, write, and to do some physical activities.

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