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Christmas Errorless and Differentiated Journal Writing for Special Education
With three different levels included, this fun Christmas Journal pack is perfect for all of your non-writers, emerging writers, and writers! These journals are perfect for students who have difficulty coming up with their own thoughts, by allowing them to do more than just copy sentences, errorlessly choosing how to complete each sentence to express their own thoughts!This pack is about all things related to Christmas time, including Santa, Christmas tree, gingerbread house, snowman, and more! T
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PreK - 12th
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Also included in: The Mega Christmas Bundle for Special Education
Christmas Picture Prompts - Leveled Journal Writing for Special Ed
Three different levels of Christmas picture prompt journal supports provided for your higher level writers (around 1st-4th grade level). This pack is great for our visual learners, as instead of a written prompt, a picture prompt is given! Students can then respond with the level of support that they need to be successful.Level 1: 5 sentence starters are provided for each journal to help students get started. Given the level of each student, they can either fill in the blanks on the sheet, or re
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1st - 12th
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Also included in: The Mega Christmas Bundle for Special Education
Spanish New Year First Day Back from Winter Break Preterite Weekend Chat Mat
What to do on the first day of Spanish class after Thanksgiving break or after Winter break to practice the preterite tense in Spanish? This is the perfect interpersonal Spanish speaking and writing activity for the first day back from Christmas break. Get Spanish 2, Spanish 3, or Spanish 4 to talk about what they did over the break using the preterite tense.This PDF Spanish class post break Find Someone Who contains multiple differentiated versions to fit a variety of class needs.✅ Page 1 - Int
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9th - 12th
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African Kingdoms in the Middle Ages Activity | Medieval Africa Centers
This African Kingdoms in the Middle Ages Activity will save you time and stress as you introduce your students to the significant civilizations of Africa during Medieval times while students practice vital Social Studies skills. It includes center or investigation cards on the origination and location, wealth, leadership, and decline of Ghana, Mali, Songhai, the Eastern Kingdoms, and the Central & Southern Kingdoms. Skills Practiced:Reading for ContentTopic Investigation & Categorizatio
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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World Religions Investigation and Comparison Centers or Stations Activity
Introduce your students to the major World Religions with this Investigation and Comparison Centers Activity that hits the Social Studies skills as it addresses World and Geography concepts and standards. This is a complete centers activity for the investigation and comparison of the major world religions. Easily set it up as stations, a gallery walk, or table folders for students to work on individually or in small groups.Students will visit each center to see vivid images and to read concise
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: World Religions Comparison Centers Activity & ORQ Writing Bundle
A Christmas Carol; A Readers' Theater Adaptation
Included in A Christmas Carol:-complete script-pre-reading activities-vocabulary study-discussion questions-suggestions for projectsThis reader's theater adaptation is suitable for grades 7- adult. While adhering to the plot of the original work, this adaptation uses more modern language, so that it can be more easily understood by today's students. It can be used with small groups or entire classrooms in both regular and special education. Reading the play aloud, or even acting it out will m
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Ancient China Tang Dynasty and Song Dynasty DBQ
This popular DBQ looks at looks at ancient China in the “Golden Age” of the Tang and Song Dynasties through 9 primary or secondary source documents including 4 images, 2 maps and one chart. Each document is followed by at least one constructed response question and ends with a final essay question. This DBQ:addresses the Common Core Standardsfollows New York State social studies testing required formatis useful as homework, test review or substitute teacher lesson. An answer key is included. Thi
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Mega Bundle - Buy My Store
Winter Holidays Around the World Walking Tour | Christmas Gallery Walk Activity
Take your students on a walking tour or gallery walk around the world to see how Christmas and other Winter Holidays are celebrated. This low prep resource will keep students engaged and learning as you wrap up the semester. Introductions, key topics, and vivid images help students make comparisons between their own celebrations and those of others from around the world. Resource Includes:Information cards and centers content for 10 LocationsStudent handouts for note-takingWrap-up questions for
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Modern World History Interactive Lessons Bundle Walking Tours & More
La Navidad en Latinoamérica | Activities + Crafts | Spanish
Christmas is a celebration of great importance throughout the world. Hispanic countries have a special way of living it, so... why not bring it to Spanish lessons? It can be used both physically and digitally. It includes: - Cover page. - How to do page. p1: - What is Christmas? p2-4: - Christmas in Latin America. p5-6: - ARGENTINA. p7: - BRAZIL. p8: - COLOMBIA. p9: - PERU. p10: - VENEZUELA. p11: - Christmas spirit. p12-13: - Answer to the questions. p14: - Word search. p15: - Answer. p16: - Pa
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Navidad en Latinoamérica + Año Nuevo en Latinoamérica + Los Reyes Magos
Ancient China Shang Dynasty DBQ
This DBQ looks at the Shang Dynasty in Ancient China and how civilization developed through geography, Oracle Bones and Guangs through 4 primary or secondary source documents including a map and images. Each document has at least one constructed response question using the documents. This DBQs is:addresses the Common Core Standardsfollows New York State social studies testing required formatis useful as homework, test review or substitute teacher lesson.An answer key is included.The DBQ is updat
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Mega Bundle - Buy My Store
Alexander the Great of Ancient Greece DBQ
This popular DBQ has students explore the spread of Hellenistic culture through Alexander the Great's conquests and policies through 6 primary or secondary source documents (one source is an image and one is a map) with constructed response questions followed by an essay question using the documents.I teach Alexander the Great for my Global History I course, and I knew this DBQ would be useful as it combined primary and secondary sources with analyses of maps and images. It follows the format of
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Mega Bundle - Buy My Store
Historical Dating Timelines Chronology BCE/BC CE/AD Activities History Skills
Teach historical dating, BCE/BC and CE/AD, timelines, chronology, dating methods, and more with this resource bundle! This bundle includes more than 20 pages of worksheets, handouts, graphic organizers, and readings that will let your students think like historians and explore questions of time, chronology, and methods of dating events and artifacts. Students will learn about the differences between absolute and relative dating, the difference between pre-history and history, and how history can
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5th - 12th
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Chinese Dynasties Archeological Dig Activity World History China
Make learning about the Chinese Dynasties and Ancient China fun and engaging with a classroom Archeology Dig!Allow students to experience an Archeological Dig site in their investigation of the Ancient Chinese Dynasties with this fun activity! Includes a powerpoint overview of each dynasty and a prompt for students to begin each "dig" for the contributions of the dynasties. About this ResourceCards can be cut out, laminated, and used year to year! Also includes student handouts, a brainstorm
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6th - 12th
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Ancient Egypt DBQ
Students use this DBQ to look at Ancient Egypt through trade routes, natural resources, geography, art, technology, religion, labor, architecture and science through 7 primary or secondary source documents. These documents include one map, two images and two photos and explore works from the Hymn of the Nile, the Book of the Dead, and The Satire of the Trades. Each document is followed by at least one constructed response question and a summary essay question using the documents wraps up the DBQ
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Mega Bundle - Buy My Store
Confucianism in Ancient China Han Dynasty DBQ
This popular DBQ explores the spread of Confucianism in China during the Han Dynasty through 7 primary and secondary source documents including an image and a map. Each document is followed by at least one constructed response question and ends with a culminating essay question.Part One has a total possible 25 points and has an answer key, and a scoring rubric is included for the essay (1-5).This DBQ:addresses the Common Core Standardsfollows New York State social studies testing required format
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Mega Bundle - Buy My Store
Understanding Historical Dating: BC, AD, CE, BCE, Circa, Historic, Historical
Students will read about historical dating terms and use such as BC, AD, CE, BCE, Circa, Historic, Historical, Decade, and Century. They will learn about the debate over using BC and AD vs.CE and BCE. There is a quiz that includes matching terms to definitions, fill in the blank, and a critical thinking question. There are 6 pages in this document. Two of them are student content pages.
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5th - 12th
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Ancient Rome and Christianity DBQ
This DBQ explores the spread of Christianity in Ancient Rome through 9 primary or secondary primary source documents including a map and an image. Each document is followed by at least one constructed response question and culminates with a final essay question.This DBQ:addresses the Common Core Standardsfollows New York State social studies testing required formatis useful as homework, test review or substitute teacher lesson.An answer key is included.Part One has a total possible 25 points and
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Mega Bundle - Buy My Store
Construct Your Own Gift Box Mothers Day Math Project STEM Net Exchange Activity
In this Construct your own Gift Box Math Project, students will follow the instructions to design and construct their own personalized gift box! I organize a secret gift exchange in the classroom (perfect for the holidays or valentines day♥️), students bring a small gift and the material to build their own gift box, then construct & decorate it in the classroom! Students must write the measurements and dimensions of the box, including area of each face rectangle, total surface area and volum
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Winter Math Project BUNDLE 30% OFF Holidays Activities
La Navidad | Orígenes y Tradiciones en los Países Hispanohablantes
Christmas is a Christian celebration that has become part of the festivities celebrated throughout the West. For Spanish speakers, this celebration is something very special, full of culture and traditions. I invite you to learn about this together in the classroom.This resource can be used both physically and digitally. It includes:- Cover page.- How to do page.p1:- Introduction. p2: - What is Christmas? - When is Christmas celebrated? p3: - How is Christmas celebrated? p4: - True or false. Jus
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Navidad + Año Nuevo + Reyes Magos | Spanish
World Religions Matching Card Game Review Activity
World Religions Card GameIncluded are 36 terms or concepts on the 5 Major World Religions. I cut each in a strip, laminate the cards, and pass them out to my students as a review game. The students must take their card and match with their classmates to complete the characteristics of the religion. They then must tell me 3 more facts about the religion to win the competition. Great for review!Need a great resource to introduce the 5 major world religions? See this activity:World Religions C
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Super Word Search & Scramble - Happy Holidays Giant Christmas Puzzle Activity
These Super Word Search & Word Scramble Puzzles provide a fun brain workout activity challenge for students. Great for Christmas Party Activity! The activities are designed as a big word search and word scramble puzzles to help exercise problem-solving, vocabulary, spelling, and focusing skills. It is a great way to keep the students busy and help build/improve essential skills.There are a variety of art styles/designs to choose from. There are 11 Word Search Designs and 11 Word Scramble Des
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Christmas & Holiday Primary Source Analysis Handout Set and Google Drive Ready!
Celebrate Christmas or other Winter Holidays while still practicing primary source analysis skills!This bundled set includes 5-pages of handouts providing an assortment of quotes and images for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of the American Winter Holidays. This fun set allows students to practice their Social Studies skills as they look forward to their Holiday Break!Answers will vary, so no key provided! Great class or homework assignment! Includes follow
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6th - 12th
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Reyes Magos + Navidad en Latinoamérica | Leyendas, Tradiciones, Videos y más...
Christmas is coming and we all want to celebrate in class with our students. That is why I bring you this resource full of stories and traditions from Latin America, which can be used both physically and digitally. It includes: - Cover page. -How to do page. p1; 2: - Text "Christmas has a Latin American flavor." p3: - Make a list with a food that is eaten in each country for the Christmas celebration. p4: - Research a little more about the customs of a Latin American country of your choice. p5:
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Navidad + Año Nuevo + Reyes Magos en Latinoamérica
Short Story & Movie Guide: The Greatest Gift; It's a Wonderful Life Workbook
This is a two week study for the short story titled "The Greatest Gift" (by Philip Van Doren Stern) and the movie titled It's a Wonderful Life."The Greatest Gift" is the short story that provided the inspiration for It's a Wonderful Life. The short story is available as a hardcover book and as an e-book. An Afterword by the author's daughter is found at the end of each of these books:"The Greatest Gift" 1996 edition"The Greatest Gift" 2014 editionThe guide contains 10 sections and includes:voc
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6th - 12th
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Find Ancient History resources | TPT
If you’re an educator or parent looking for printable or digital resources to help your student learn about ancient history, TPT has got you covered. We’ve got a comprehensive collection of ancient history resources available, including activities and lessons on ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, ancient Rome, ancient China, and ancient Mesopotamia, to name just a few. With plenty of TPT high-quality resources at your fingertips, you’ll be able to teach ancient history to your students with ease.
Ancient 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 ancient history:
Map Making
With map-making activities you can not only teach students about ancient civilizations, but also incorporate geography into your lessons. As they label and color maps, students can learn about important places in ancient civilizations, chart trade routes, and learn how empires expanded (and fell) over time.
Primary Source Analysis
One of the best ways to learn about ancient civilizations is through the artifacts and writings of people from that particular period of time. Encourage students to analyze primary sources to gain a deeper understanding about bygone eras of history. For instance, you can have students read accounts of the destruction of Pompeii and discuss it as a class.
Centers & Stations
Through the use of centers, students can collaborate and discuss topics and content they examine for each era in history. For example, you can have students navigate through four or five different centers or stations to help them learn about different aspects of Ancient Chinese culture, like literature, geography, government, and major historical events or achievements.
By making ancient history come to life through a variety of interactive and immersive activities, teachers can help students develop a deeper appreciation for the subject.
Frequently asked questions for teaching about ancient history
What is ancient history?
Ancient history refers to the period of human history that takes place from the invention of writing to late antiquity (spanning from about 3000 BC to AD 650). This era includes the study of various ancient civilizations, such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, China, India, and others. Ancient history plays a critical role in helping us understand the origins and development of human civilizations and the influence it had on contemporary cultures and societies.
What are examples of ancient history?
The Persian Wars, the rise of the Tang Dynasty, the campaigns of Alexander the Great, and the decline and fall of the Roman empire are all examples of important milestones and events that you can teach about in ancient history.
What types of ancient history resources are available on TPT?
There are many different types of ancient history resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from worksheets to interactive notebooks to units.
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