This resource pack is ideal for KS2 history lessons on Ancient Greece, helping pupils explore early medical ideas while developing discussion, reasoning, and literacy skills.

Two-page illustrated introduction
A clear, pupil-friendly overview of medicine in Ancient Greece, introducing key concepts such as the four humours, the idea of “balance” in health, the work of Hippocrates, the Plague of Athens, temples of Asclepius, and the importance of exercise in gymnasia.

Bloom’s Taxonomy Questions
A structured set of questions based on the introduction, covering recall, understanding, application, analysis, and evaluation.

Worksheets
Key terms wordsearch
Anagrams activity to reinforce vocabulary
True or False quiz with ten questions to check understanding

Answer sheets provided

Playscript
A simple one-page classroom play with both speaking and non-speaking roles. Ideal for group reading, drama activities, or reinforcing historical understanding in an engaging way.

Extension Activity
An Odd One Out verbal reasoning task, encouraging pupils to justify their thinking and discuss ideas. Perfect for think–pair–share activities or small group discussion.

Focus on Hippocrates
Short 3-minute video introduction
Cloze biography worksheet to consolidate learning
Online version of the cloze activity for digital use or homework