Past and Pen- Episode Six: Priam’s Treasure: A King, a War, and a Mysterious Discovery

Meet Your Host:Hosted by: Rosie Talley, Author of Linus the TrollProduced by: Sweet Meadowlark Stories🌐 Author Website📧 Email: [email protected] this episode of Past and Pen, we’re heading back more than 3,000 years to a time of legendary kings, walled cities, and hidden treasure! The ancient city of Troy—home of the famous Trojan War—may be part myth, part reality… but one man was determined to uncover its secrets.You’ll meet King Priam, explore the epic tale of the Trojan Horse, and follow the real-life adventure of Heinrich Schliemann, a treasure hunter who believed ancient stories could lead to real gold.But was the treasure he found truly Priam’s? Or just a case of wishful digging? Find out!Time to unearth your imagination!✍️ Writing Prompt:Imagine you’re a young archaeologist digging near ancient ruins. You find a strange box filled with mysterious items—some look ancient, some look… magical. Write a story about what you found, how it got there, and what happens next. Is it real? Is it cursed? And who does it belong to?📩 Send your story to me at [email protected], and I might feature it in a future episode!📚 Reading List:This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.📖 Ancient Greece for Kids by Captivating History – A great introduction to ancient civilizations, from myths to major battles.📖 The Trojan War by Olivia E. Coolidge – A retelling of the epic war with heroes, gods, and powerful drama.📖 Judy Moody and the Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt by Megan McDonald – A hilarious modern treasure hunt full of fun and surprises (perfect for younger readers).📖 What is an Archaeologist? (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 3) – A nonfiction favorite for curious kids who want to learn how real archaeologists explore the past.❤️ Support the Show!☕ Buy me a coffee on Ko-fi : https://ko-fi.com/pastandpenpod🎙️ Join my Patreon for perks like early access, birthday shoutouts, and a chance to have your voice featured on the show! patreon.com/PastandPenPodcast💬 Question of the Month: If you could step into the world of any book or story—fiction or nonfiction—where would you go, and what would you do there?