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Free european history activities for Microsoft PowerPoint
Christmas Around the World
This power point presentation takes students on a trip around the world. Students will get the opportunity to visit France, Germany, Holland, and Mexico.
Grades:
PreK - 4th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Introduction to the Middle Ages
This brief presentation heralds the beginning of my Middle Ages unit!Let the music and animations play out on the cover slide for full effect.It defines the eras of the Middle Ages - Early, High, Late.It works beautifully as an introduction before doing this video assignment:• The Dark AgesGoogle App Links are on the Teacher Instructions Sheet!Two versions of this lesson! The first is a Presentation - PowerPoint/Google Slides - for those teachers who know the topic and want to guide their stud
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Early Middle Ages Bundle
Slavery PPT Presentation - Triangular Trade - "From Freedom to Oppression"
This resource is now free. I have a difficult time making money off this topic. I hope this resource can be of benefit to you and your students. This ppt. lecture chronicles the stages in the journey of a slave from capture all the way to their new life in the colonies. I have tried to emphasize the horrible reality of slavery for those who experienced it. At the end is also a link to a free summary video clip from "Crash Course."
Grades:
5th - 12th
Feudalism Hierachy Pyramid of Power PowerPoint and Poster
This is a sample version of a PowerPoint used to introduce students to the hierarchical structure of Feudal England and Manorialism, from the Conquest (1066) to Black Death (1347). I've used a variant of this PowerPoint for the last three years with Grade 8 History students at my high school: it has remained engaging for the students and seems to explain the hierarchy well, so I continue to reuse it every year!
This sample includes a step by step animated Feudal Pyramid. A slide is included whi
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Grades:
7th - 9th
Also included in:Â Duffy's Growing Black Death Depth Study Bundle
Scientific Revolution Lesson Plan: Galileo on Trial Role-Play
This is a complete lesson plan that covers the main issues of the Scientific Revolution by having the students role-play as various scientists or Church officials during Galileo's trial.This lesson includes a set-up powerpoint, articles to give to each student to help them prepare their presentations about each character, and a chart with an answers powerpoint so that students will also have a set of notes to have over the material.During this lesson, students will role-play as Galileo Galilee,
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Grades:
9th - 12th
The Enigma Machine
In the Enigma Machine lesson, students will learn the intricacies of cryptography used in World War II to convey secret messages to soldiers in the field. Students will start by looking at a simple shift cipher and will create their own cipher wheel to send and receive encoded messages. Students will then learn about the German Enigma Machine and will run a web-based emulated version to better understand how it works. Finally, students will discover how the Allies broke the Enigma’s code in WWII
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7th - 9th
Explorer Route Maps
After students have learned about explorers during the Age of Exploration, they will create a Google Map that traces the routes of explorers. This interactive activity allows students to see the scope of the impact of exploration. This activity is very flexible, and can be used with any explorers being taught.
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6th - 9th
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Art in the Renaissance Guided Notes PowerPoint
Art in the Renaissance PowerPoint. Includes characteristics of renaissance art, venn diagram comparing to medieval art, examples of comparison artwork, 'Medieval or Renaissance?' student guessing slides, and guided notes activity slides.
This PowerPoint can be used for students filling in the separate guided notes sheet for note-taking practice. It can be adapted to stand alone, however. Guided notes packet includes fill-in-the-blank notes, and activities interspersed for student engagement,
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6th - 9th
Black Plague
I developed this lesson as a compliment to our unit that included the study of the Middle Ages in order to help students appreciate the affect of diseases on human society and world history. There is an informational text that is referenced but not included for copyright purposes, but any text on the Black Plague could replace it. The Ppt includes some graphic images of the effects of the bubonic plague (which can be deleted) and the lesson concludes with students applying their new knowledge
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8th - 12th
Martin Luther, The Reformation and Catholics/Protestants KS3
Complete 1 hour lesson with starter handout and worksheet(s)
Suitable for KS3 (made for Year 8)
Variety of different level tasks for MA,LA or Core
Differentiated to 3 levels or more
Designed to fit Ofsted criteria for' Good' or above
Video credited to Teachers TV
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Grades:
6th - 10th
Islamic Medicine
Medicine in the Middle AgesThis lesson aims to question why the brilliance of Islamic medicine did not spread throughout Christendom.The lesson also aims to discover the skills Islamic surgeons had to make them specialists in particular areas and how the Islamic faith promoted medicine to become advanced beyond its years. These aims are analysed and answered throughout the lesson as students ultimately decide which Islamic doctor deserves which podium finish for being the most effective. Student
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Medicine in the 13th to the 19th Century
Introduction to Ancient Greece
FREEBIE ALERT!!! Description:Step into the fascinating world of Ancient Greece with this introductory lesson, the first in a comprehensive unit that explores the wonderful details of this remarkable civilization. Through a dynamic presentation and engaging activity, students will explore the geography of Greece, the origins and cultures of the early Ancient Greeks (Minoans and Myceneans), the emergence of city states, and explore how we know what we know about the Ancient Greeks. As a follow-up
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in:Â Ancient Greece: Complete Unit Bundle
Engaging history: the educational impact of medieval objects
Suitable for teacher training and continuing professional development.• This CPD resource introduces ‘The Mobility of Objects’ project led by Dr Katherine Wilson and Dr Thomas Pickles at the University of Chester in the UK, who are seeking to reinvigorate history education through the incorporation of everyday medieval objects. Their approach, emphasising hands-on exploration and critical inquiry, demonstrates how material culture profoundly enhances historical understanding and pedagogy.• The a
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Staff
Propaganda lesson and project instructions.
This lesson describes in detail the types of propaganda used throughout the 20th century. There are close to 2 dozen annotated examples along with translated foreign posters as well. Students will emerge from this lesson understanding the definition, purpose, intended audiences, and impact of propaganda. There is also a link to a propaganda analysis form to be used as practice prior to assigning the project. A detailed set of instructions and a rubric are included for students to make their own
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9th - 12th
Diary of Anne Frank
The HolocaustThis lesson analyses the story of Anne Frank and celebrates her short life. But who was to blame for her death? Was it the SS who rounded up the Frank family or was it friends or spies to blame for theirs and countless death during World War 2?The lesson tells the story of her life and asks students to think of her story in terms of but, because and so. There are some great video links to accompany the lesson as well as some analysis on an extract from her diary.A final true of fals
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8th - 12th
Also included in:Â Holocaust
Reaction to Hitler's Foreign Policy
Road to World War 2The aim of this lesson is to analyse the thoughts of France, Britain, the USA and Russia and their reaction to Hitler’s foreign policy. Students are also introduced to Britain’s policy of appeasement and have to rate how effective negotiating with Hitler might be.Students have a choice of task from answering a question, to a balloon debate or to making flashcards to reinforce their learning.The plenary asks them to evaluate and justify which character would best represent the
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Hitler and the Road to War
Intro to Middle Ages HISTORY LESSON - Medieval Dark Ages in Europe Activity
This download is just one lesson in my Middle Ages History unit plan. Lesson Goal: I can describe the key features of the Middle Ages.Students will explore and analyse the significant characteristics and historical elements of the Middle Ages, including feudalism, the role of the church, and the cultural, political, and economic structures that defined this period in European history.ツ ★ This product is one of an all-inclusive Middle Ages History unit bundle with ready-to-go lessons, a unit plan
Grades:
6th - 9th
Soviet Satellite States
Superpower relationsThis lesson focuses on the Satellite States created by the Soviet Union. However, students will question how far these states were willing participants in communism and happy to be part of a Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.There is some source analysis as well as differentiated questioning to help them unpick the events which followed the fall of Berlin in 1945. Furthermore they will evaluate how each eastern country fell into line with the Soviet Union and plot if it was
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Superpower relations and the Cold War
Leonardo Da Vinci | Activities and Power Point | Biography | Artist Art History
Leonardo Da Vinci. Learn all about the life of Leonardo Da Vinci. This product includes a power point, fact sheets, timeline, mini book and bookmarks. Are you learning about Leonardo Da Vinci, inventions, artists? Then this could be the perfect accompaniment to your studies. Find out about the man behind some of the world's greatest paintings .Also in this biography series -Isaac NewtonWilliam ShakespeareHenry VIIISaint AndrewMary AnningThere is a power point for you to share with your students.
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3rd - 5th
Spartacist Uprising and Kapp Putsch
The aim of this lesson is to question why the Weimar Republic was so weak from the start.The lesson begins with the signing of the armistice and the assassination of Matthias Erzburger. Students are then introduced to the events preceding this assassination. They then have to analyse the Spartacist rising and the Kapp Putsch and evaluate their causes and consequences. A thinking quilt at the end allows students to link the main problems of the Weimar Republic together and how close to collapse i
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Germany, Democracy and Dictatorship 1918-1945
Roman towns and houses
A powerpoint detailing how the Romans changed towns in Britain and how they built their houses. An activity at the end to create an advert to sell a Roman villa.
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Long Term Causes of World War One
A detailed powerpoint studying the Long Term Causes of the First World War.This gives students the opportunity to read, discuss and evaluate the four long term causes - focusing on Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism and Nationalism. Students will be asked to work individually, and with other students to complete the work.A peer assessment opportunity is provided at the end of the powerpoint, with worksheets to print.This powerpoint will take 2 lessons to complete but can be edited if you lack th
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8th - 10th
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Pompeii - Mini-Unit
Welcome to my Pompeii mini-unit!In the zip file is a week long (or longer) unit that I use to introduce the Roman Empire/Roman Republic. In the zip file are the following activities/assignments1. Artifacts of Pompeii- Students explore the primary source artifacts found at Pompeii in a teacher led activity by making inferences, discussing with partners and writing down what they learned. A video made to show the eruption of Pompeii is included to give students context as to what happened during t
Grades:
6th - 7th
SWAT review game for Age of Exploration & Scientific Revolution
This is an interactive PPT that allows students to review content from a unit on the Age of Exploration and the Scientific Revolution. Can be used for 7th graders or as a review for 8th gradersHow to play:Split the class into two even teams & pick a scorekeeperCall up the first student from each team and hand the student s unused flyswatters. A rulers or hand works, tooOne mouse click brings up a question, another click reveals the answer, and a third click makes the question go awayThe two
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Grades:
7th - 8th
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Find European History resources | TPT
Take your students on a journey through European history with TPT! If you’re an educator or parent looking for printable or digital resources to help your student learn about European history, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re teaching about the Renaissance, the Age of Exploration, or the World Wars, there are plenty of high-quality TPT resources at your fingertips to teach European history to your students.
European history activities to try
Here are a few examples of the different types of activities and lessons you can find on TPT to help teach students about European history:
Centers & Stations
Through the use of centers, students can collaborate and discuss topics and content they examine for various eras in European history. For example, you could have students navigate through a handful of centers or stations to help them learn about different elements of the Renaissance period, including influential cities, leaders, and artists. Or, to help them learn about the key figures and milestones of the French Revolution.
Map Making
With map-making activities you can not only teach students about European history, but also incorporate geography into your lessons. As they label and color maps, students can learn about important places in Europe and how European countries have expanded (and fallen) over time. For example, you could have students make maps of Europe before and after World War I to identify how the conflict impacted Europe.
Primary Source Analysis
One of the best ways to learn about European history is through historical documents, letters, diaries, art, and literature. Encourage students to use these firsthand accounts to gain a deeper understanding about European people and events. For instance, you can have students read excerpts from the works of Enlightenment philosophers — like Mary Wollstonecraft — and how they contributed to the political thinking of the time.
Research Projects
Have students research and present on a specific topic of European history, like the Age of Exploration. For example, ask students to choose a famous European Explorer to research, and have them write a short biography of that person or create a short video or presentation about their achievements and legacy.
Frequently asked questions for teaching European history
What is taught in European history?
In European history courses, students are taught about the cultural, economic, political, and social milestones that shaped Europe from the Middle Ages until the present.
What types of European History resources are available on TPT?
There are many different types of European history resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from interactive notebooks to gallery walks.
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