In this lesson, students will explore the topic of the Happy Life of the Phoenicians. Using a “magic box,” they will examine various artifacts, including an ancient ship, coins, and items made from fabric, to engage their imagination and discussion. The lesson emphasizes careful reading and answering questions about the text, particularly focusing on how the Phoenicians were renowned traders and sailors in the Mediterranean around three thousand years ago. Students will learn about the Phoenicians’ trading practices and their strategic establishment of settlements in Malta and Sicily.