This learning resource engages students in understanding the impact of geography on trade in Ancient Greece. As a merchant tasked with transporting heavy goods from Athens to Sparta, students explore two distinct routes: a winding land path through rugged mountains and a direct sea route across the Aegean Sea. The activity encourages students to create maps showcasing their routes using different colors, promoting visual learning. Following the mapping exercise, students analyze their choices, considering factors such as terrain and accessibility. The resource also includes a word bank to build vocabulary related to Greek city-states and trade, culminating in a reflective task where students write about their experiences as merchants, highlighting geographic challenges and advantages. Overall, this lesson emphasizes key geographic concepts and decision-making related to ancient trade.