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Ancient history Common Core RI.4.4 worksheets
Readers Theater Scripts Fables Folktales Fairy Tales Myths and Legends
This bundle is full of 4th & 5th grade standards aligned resources perfect for fun summer school or summer camp activities. Students are asked to identify morals, recount stories by exploring their elements, understand characters, distinguish points of view, and work with new vocabulary. There are so many resources in one engaging collection! This is a bundle of following resources:1. Fables Explore fables with comprehension questions, theme, main idea, and teach morals with this CCSS standa
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4th - 6th
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Ancient Israel: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
Ancient Israel Differentiated Reading PassagesPrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn about the ancient civilization of Israel through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 6 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 30 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can respond to these questions aft
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Civilizations: Differentiated Passages Bundle
Hernan Cortes Visits Tenochtitlan
The Tenochtitlan Market of the Aztec Empire receives a visit from Hernan Cortes! This 12 page packet contains Hernan Cortes' letter written about the market, as well as primary sources for review.This packet includes:Primary Sources: Hernan Cortes' letter written about Tenochtitlan, a photograph of causeways, and a photograph of Hernan Cortes. All include 2 - 4 comprehensive questions that follow, allowing students to inquire about Hernan Cortes.Vocabulary grids including 10 words about Tenocht
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4th - 6th
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Artemis Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension about the Greek Goddess of the hunt, wilderness and childbirth, Artemis. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about Ancient Greek Gods whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms Act
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3rd - 4th
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Apollo Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension about the mythical Greek god of music, poetry, prophecy and healing, Apollo. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about Ancient Greek Gods whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms
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3rd - 4th
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Hades Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension about the Greek God of the dead and the underworld, and the the brother of Zeus and Poseidon, Hades. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about Ancient Greek Gods whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this
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3rd - 4th
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Athena Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension about the Greek Goddess of war, wisdom and craft, and the the daughter of Zeus, Athena. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about Ancient Greek Gods whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A G
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3rd - 4th
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Poseidon Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension about the Greek God of the sea, earthquakes and horses, and the the sibling of Zeus, Poseidon. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about Ancient Greek Gods whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resou
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3rd - 4th
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Zeus Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension about the Greek God of the sky, thunder and lightning, and the the king of the gods, Zeus. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about Ancient Greek Gods whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:
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3rd - 4th
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Natural Resources of Ancient Egypt
This activity combines three topics - nonfiction reading, Ancient Egypt, and economics! Kids read the passage about the natural resources that were used in Ancient Egypt. Then they answer 6 comprehension questions where they are prompted to go back to the text to highlight or underline where they found their answers. Finally they do an economics activity where they have to figure out which good or service is produced from the natural, capital, and human resources given. They can use clues fr
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3rd - 4th
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Ancient Rome Close Reading Activity Bundle Digital & Print | 3rd & 4th Grade
Eight Google Forms close reading activities with comprehension and grammar questions followed by extension tasks about some of the key events and key figures from Ancient Rome. The NO PREP activities are ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade.The individual resources look into:An Overview of Ancient RomeJulius CaesarCleopatraAugustusMark AntonyConstantineHannibalSpartacusIncluded in each resource:A Google Forms ActivityA PDF Printable Activity with cr
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3rd - 4th
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Jesus of Nazareth Close Reading Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the central figure in Christianity, Jesus of Nazareth, who became known as Jesus Christ. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about ancient history whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this reso
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3rd - 4th
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King David & King Solomon Close Reading Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about King David and King Solomon of Ancient Israel and Ancient Judah. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about ancient history whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms Clos
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3rd - 4th
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The Silk Road Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the Silk Road, and the trade that occurred between the East with Ancient China, and the West with Ancient Rome, Egypt and Greece. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about ancient history whilst working on their c
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3rd - 4th
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King Xerxes I Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the fourth ruler of Ancient Persia and son of Darius the Great, King Xerxes I. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about ancient history whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Goo
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3rd - 4th
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Advancements of Ancient Persia Close Reading Digital & Print | 3rd & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the key advancements made in the era of Ancient Persia. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about ancient history whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms Close Reading
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3rd - 4th
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Ancient Mesopotamia Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the key events and eras of Ancient Mesopotamia. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about ancient civilization whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms Close Reading Ac
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3rd - 4th
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Indus Valley Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the Indus Valley River Civilization of Ancient India. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about ancient history whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms Close Reading A
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3rd - 4th
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Phases of World History: Preagricultural, Agrarian, & Industrial Revolutions
Phases of World History: Preagricultural, Agrarian, & Industrial Revolutions • SEMiPRO Montessori-inspired World History & Geography help (6 printable pages + key): What is a Revolution? Journey through our world's history. This learning resource guides young historians to: Understand a Revolution as a radical change in the established orderExplore the Preagricultural stage, then the Agricultural and Industrial RevolutionsLearn what new developments each phase ushered in to greatly impro
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4th - 6th
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Abraham & Birth of Judaism Close Reading Digital & Print | 3rd & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about Abraham from the Book of Genesis and the founding of Judaism. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about ancient history whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms Close R
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3rd - 4th
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Darius the Great Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the third king of Ancient Persia, Darius the Great. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about ancient history whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms Close Reading Act
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3rd - 4th
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Cyrus the Great Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the first emperor and founder of Ancient Persia, Cyrus the Great. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about ancient history whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms Clo
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3rd - 4th
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Ancient Persia Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task that gives an overview of Ancient Persia, from its creation under Cyrus the Great to its eventual conquering by Alexander the Great. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about ancient history whilst working on their comp
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3rd - 4th
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Ancient Olympics Close Reading Activity Digital & Print | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the Olympic Games of Ancient Greece. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. Students will learn key facts about the Olympic Games whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this resource:A Google Forms ActivityA PDF Printable Activity with crossword puzzle & wordsearch⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻
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3rd - 4th
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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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Educators can save time preparing ancient history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for ancient history resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
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