6th grade ancient history literature circles

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

Ancient History, English Language Arts, Reading

, RL.3.6

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Also included in: The Egypt Game and Hoot Novel Study Bundle

Last Week of School Reading Activities Social Studies Projects End the Year Fun

Created by

Peas in a Pod

Grab these Greek mythology readers theater scripts for your class! Practicing reader’s theater scripts is a fun way to build reading fluency! When the scripts incorporate gods and goddesses from ancient Greece and play out famous Greek myths this practice becomes interdisciplinary combining reading fluency, vocabulary, public speaking, and social studies. FANTASTIC end of the year project or addition to any reading curriculum!!Included in this resource: ~ FOUR Greek Myths Reader’s Theater Script

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Activities, Scripts, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.3.2

, RL.4.2

, RL.5.2

, RI.6.2

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Also included in: Readers Theater Scripts Fables Folktales Fairy Tales Myths and Legends

Boy of the Painted Cave Novel Study Unit - Comprehension | Activities | Tests

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This novel study for Boy of the Painted Cave, by Justin Denzel, contains 116 pages of resources, including comprehension and vocabulary by chapter, reading response activities, assessments, and more.Focus standards include figurative language, theme, character analysis, plot, and setting.No-prep, predictable, and extremely user-friendly, this literature guide is perfect for whole class, small group, or independent study. ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included wit

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

I Heart Recess by Jessica Scott

, RL.3.6

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Also included in: The Lightning Thief, The Egypt Game, Boy of the Painted Cave Novel Study Bundle

The Scarlet Stockings Spy {Unit ONLY}

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The Scarlet Stockings Spy is a wonderful Historical Fiction picture book to use in your classroom when you teach the American Revolution or Literary skills.I have created a five day suggest lesson plan with everything you need except for the book and one other American Revolution historical fiction text.I covered RL.3 & RL. 6 using this text.In this bundle you will find:Vocabulary Cards (18 words)Student Vocabulary bookHistorical Fiction SheetCharacter Traits SheetCharacter Traits graphic or

Subjects:

Ancient History, English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Literature Circles, Lesson

SL Greek Myths and Stories Bundle – Curriculum & Games – Greek Gods & Heroes

Created by

Simple Literature

Save 30% when you purchase curricula and games for select Greek myths and stories as a bundle! Students can learn more about:Greek GodsThe 12 OlympiansGreek & Roman IdiomsMonsters From Greek MythsReading passages and rebuses with curriculum include: An Achilles Heel Between Scylla and CharybdisDamon and Pythias The Golden Touch One Hundred Lyrics - "No. 39" (Greek poem)Pandora's Box The Sphinx's Riddle The Sword of Damocles The Trojan Horse Wonderful Weaver Greek Myths and Stories Bundle –

Subjects:

Ancient History, Reading, Short Stories

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Literature Circles

The Golden Bull (YA Novel) Ancient Mesopotamia Chapter Questions & Answer Key

Created by

Griffin's History Emporium

45+ PAGES OF QUESTIONS and ANSWERS! This resources includes nearly 90 chronological chapter comprehension questions for all chapters of Marjorie Crowley's historical fiction novel The Golden Bull. Each chapter includes an extension question and critical analysis question. A superb novel guide to supplement as you read this Young Adult Novel set in ancient Mesopotamia. A great way to foster deep, meaningful discussions with your middle-school readers! Great to use as a quick check-in in class or

Subjects:

Ancient History, English Language Arts, World History

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RL.6.1

Ancient History, Reading, Vocabulary

, RL.6.4

, RL.6.6

, CCRA.R.1

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Mini-Guide for Middlers: The Bronze Bow Interactive

Created by

Christian Novel Studies

This is a two-week literature study for the book titled The Bronze Bow, by Elizabeth George Speare. It is set in the time of Jesus: Daniel changes after his encounters with Jesus. The mini-guide for The Bronze Bow includes*: vocabulary words and exercisesdiscussion questionsreading activities – Students will: create a character web, compile a list, compare/contrast, debate, and fill in a chart. Students will learn about: idiom, allusions, theme, syllogism, similes, effective writing, plants,

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Study Guides, Literature Circles

Mini-Guide for Middlers: The Golden Goblet Interactive

Created by

Christian Novel Studies

This is a two-week literature guide for the book titled The Golden Goblet, by Eloise Jarvis McGraw. In this book, which is set in ancient Egypt, a boy named Ranofer dreams of becoming a goldsmith. After the death of his father, Ranofer's goal is thwarted by his evil half-brother. This guide contains:vocabulary words and exercisesdiscussion questionsreading activities: characterization, metaphor, idioms, comparison and contrast, alliteration, effect and cause, simile, antonyms, prediction, ti

Subjects:

Ancient History, Reading, Vocabulary

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Study Guides, Literature Circles

The Egypt Game | Activities and Projects | Worksheets and Digital

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This activity pack for The Egypt Game, by Zilpha Keatley Snyder, contains 56 pages of standards-aligned reading response activities. Focuses include character analysis, figurative language, reading for details, point of view, and more.All activities have the Common Core code listed in the bottom corner, providing focus. Graphic organizers are easily adapted for every learner. Creative projects and tasks will keep your students engaged. ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BO

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

Ancient History, English Language Arts, Social Studies - History

, RL.3.7

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The Alchemist Novel Study & Reading Guide + Ancient Egypt 15 Lesson Unit Bundle

Created by

Traveling Teacher

UPDATED APRIL 2024 TO INCLUDE AN ANSWER KEY FOR THE ALCHEMIST!This product includes The Alchemist Novel Study: Reading Guide and Chapter Comprehension Questions + 15 lessons on Ancient Egypt, which can be using before, during and/or after a reading of The Alchemist. For specific previews, descriptions and reviews of all the products, you can check them out individually.This novel study and reading guide for the awarding winning novel, The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, comes with a variety of worksh

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Study Guides, Thematic Unit Plans, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.6.1

Ancient History, Close Reading, Informational Text

, RL.6.3

, RL.7.1

, RL.7.2

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Social Studies/ELA Cave of Lascaux Paintings Reading Comprehension Paleolithic

Created by

MrSalearno's

I'm using this with my 6th grade students. We are learning about Paleolithic and Neolithic Ages. (can be used as an reading comprehension text for grades 4,5,6) Included: Three page informational text, from the discovery, to the closing, and its significance. Four images Five comprehension questions

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Handouts, Homework, Literature Circles

Boy of the Painted Cave | Activities and Projects | Worksheets and Digital

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This 40 page activity pack for Boy of the Painted Cave, by Justin Denzel, contains 17 Common Core-aligned reading response activities. Focus standards include character analysis, theme, plot, figurative language, opinion writing, and more.Open ended questions and graphic organizers are easily adaptable for every learner. Perfect for whole class, small group, or even independent study. ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included with your purchase!♥Excellent for school

Subjects:

Activities, Literature Circles

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

, RL.3.7

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SL - Greek Myths and Stories - FREE Comprehension Questions and Answers

Created by

Simple Literature

Get comprehension questions and their answers for 13 Greek myths and 1 Greek poem for FREE. Also get a Greek god and goddess crossword puzzle, Greek mythology monster match, and a few FlipFacts. This freebie includes study guide questions for the following short stories:An Achilles HeelBetween Scylla and CharybdisDamon and PythiasThe Golden TouchHercules and Atlas Hercules and the WagonerThe Myth of the MinotaurOne Hundred Lyrics, “No. 39” (poem)Pandora’s Box The Sphinx’s RiddleThe Story of Atal

Subjects:

Study Guides, Printables, Literature Circles

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Greek Mythology Projects

Created by

Mrs J's Place

Greek Mythology Projects- 40+ pages of low-prep resources includedI created these 4 projects while working with my students on the Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief book. These projects can also be completed if working on any Greek Mythology unit.The first project is a research project for a Greek god, demigod, or creature. Everything is provided for you, including the list of major gods, minor gods, demigods and creatures; the list of required content; notes pages for each required content;

Subjects:

Ancient History, English Language Arts, Social Studies - History

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Projects, Literature Circles

Also included in: Introduction to Greek Mythology for Upper Elementary Bundle

Percy Jackson Greek Gods Teaching Unit Part I

Created by

Fielder's Fabulous Creations

Percy Jackson Greek Gods Teaching Unit: Includes illustrated notes, study guides, and a test for the first three chapters.

Subjects:

Ancient History, English Language Arts, World History

Grades:

5th - 10th

Types:

Assessment, Literature Circles

Novel Study-The Golden Bull

Created by

Keith Lloyd

This product has several documents to help you with a unit around the wonderful novel The Golden Bull by Marjorie Cowley. I like to read this novel while teaching my students about the ancient civilization of Sumer in Mesopotamia; it really helps them visualize what life was like 5,000 years ago.Included in this document is a Word document that has an introduction and reading plan for the novel (which you can adjust as needed), a chapter summary organizer, a C-SPACE organizer (a great memory dev

Subjects:

Ancient History, Close Reading, Literature

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

Assessment, Graphic Organizers, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.6.1

Critical Thinker's Consortium

, RL.6.3

, RL.6.5

Elementary Philosophy: Discussing Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle

Created by

What does it mean to live a good life? What is happiness? What does it mean to truly be wise? These three concise and well-researched stories regarding Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle will act as catalysts for lively discussions that promote critical thinking, careful reading, and reflection on some of the most important questions imaginable. Each can stand alone, or the three can be strung together to form a small unit on ancient Greek philosophy.Appropriate for 4th, 5th, 6th grade and up. Inclu

Subjects:

Ancient History, Critical Thinking, English Language Arts

Grades:

4th - 10th

Types:

Activities, Literature Circles, Lesson

Also included in: Elementary Philosophy Bundle: Diverse Reading and Discussion Activities

Boy of the Painted Cave | Comprehension Questions and Vocabulary by chapter

Created by

This is a 66 page comprehension and vocabulary packet for Boy of the Painted Cave, by Justin Denzel. The student work is organized by every 2 chapters, and is a mix of sequencing, multiple choice, short answer, vocabulary work, and creative activities. Questions have varying levels of rigor and are at all levels of Bloom's Taxonomy.You will find the layout easy to use, student-friendly, and predictable, while at the same time challenging and easy to adapt for all learners. Perfect for whole clas

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

Ancient History, Reading, Vocabulary

, RL.3.10

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Mini-Guide for Middlers: Twice Freed Interactive

Created by

Christian Novel Studies

This is a two-week study for the book titled Twice Freed, by Patricia St. John. In this historical fiction book, the author relates the biblical story of the slave Onesimus from the book of Philemon. The book is in print and available from booksellers. It is also able to be obtained on loan from Internet Archive: Read Twice Freed on loan from Internet Archive Read a short, free biography about Patricia St. John; a list of many of her books is included: An Introduction to Patricia St. John a

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Study Guides, Literature Circles

The Odyssey by Homer - comprehensive book study and activities

Created by

Read Quest

A detailed book study with resources. This includes for all 24 chapters:10 open questionsMultiple sets of 5 questions on a range of themes Multiple sets of 5 questions on a range of characters 10 inference questions and possible response10 critical thinking questions and possible responsesIn addition to this:a summary of the chaptera list of the keywords and their meanings in this chapterdescription about the themesdescription about the characters All files in word format for easy editingAll ans

Subjects:

Ancient History, European History, Literature

Grades:

3rd - 12th

Types:

Activities, Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

Also included in: Homer's Iliad and Odyssey - Comprehensive book studies and guides

Percy Jackson's Greek Gods Part 2

Created by

Fielder's Fabulous Creations

Study Guide and Test for Percy Jackson's Greek Gods Chapters "Hestia Chooses Bachelor Number Zero" to Zeus Kills Everyone.

Subjects:

Ancient History, English Language Arts

Grades:

6th - 10th

Types:

Assessment, Literature Circles

Ancient Egypt: Pyramids

Created by

The Expat Teacher

-PowerPoint (16 slides) -Lesson Ideas -Differentiated Comprehension Activity In this product, you will find a differentiated comprehension activity and a PowerPoint to accompany the comprehension activity, along with some other lesson ideas you could incorporate into this resource. The PowerPoint acts as a timeline to show students when and where pyramids have been built around the world. The PowerPoint also features a mini Activation of Prior Knowledge to start followed by photographs of pyr

Subjects:

Ancient History, Engineering, English Language Arts

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Worksheets, Literature Circles, English (UK)

Greek Mythology Literature Circles

Created by

A Little Middle School Madness

I use this lesson over the course of a larger unit on the power of storytelling. Students use D’Aulaires Book of Greek Myths as a literary focus for conducting in class, small group discussions. If this book is not available for you, you can have the students choose their own Greek myths to read. This packet has everything a teacher would need to hold these discussions in class including: -Teacher Instructions -Student Planning Guide -Greek Inspired Student Roles -Table Reminder Cards for the

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