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12th grade ancient history teacher manuals for GATE
Ancient Rome: Organizing a "Roman Dinner Party"
An important part of any effective study of Ancient Rome includes role-playing and authentic learning activities such as my Roman court case, Roman school simulation, and this activity of organIzing a Roman meal for your students. Do not worry about over-working in this lesson, the students each take different recipes and bring it in pot-luck style for the lunch on meal day!
This is your complete guide for that process. It contains some background information and preparation strategies for a Ro
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5th - 12th
Ancient Rome: "Spartacus" Film Background, Discussion Guide, and Quiz
A comprehensive and very useful set of documents. You will not need to watch the film first if you use this packet. This great resource includes:1) Background information on the film and what is fact and fiction in the plot. This is for the teacher to look at before you start the film so you explain what is factual and what is fiction in this great movie.2) A discussion guide for the Kirk Douglas/Stanley Kubrick classic "Spartacus". It includes very clear and focused discussion questions for eac
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7th - 12th
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Mesopotamia Website and Inquiry Questions for a Project Based Learning Activity!
Students love this website project! To add depth and complexity to your unit on Mesopotamia, students start by picking an inquiry question from the ones provided or create their own based on their interests. They can work individually, in pairs, or small groups to create a website using Google Sites, Canva or any other platform that you have taught them to use. What should be included is on the assignment page, but you can tell students that these are some ideas to include or ideas that they hav
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Mythology (From the -Ologies Series)
From the -Ologies Series The study of mythology is important for a variety of reasons. Mythology holds the key to the understanding of the religions and philosophies of the ancient world. It provides the earliest definitive literary record of the ideals, motives, and manners of the ancients. Just as importantly, the knowledge of myths enhances the appreciation of the literature and art of the classical and modern periods. The objective of this book is to introduce students to various mythologies
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: “-Ologies” Bundle for the Middle-Grade Social Studies
Ancient Egypt Website Project - Inquiry Questions Included!
Students love to learn about Ancient Egypt and yearn to learn more. There are 39 inquiry questions for students to choose from regarding social structure, innovations, civilization, and cultural practices; they research what interests them. Students then can create a website using Google Sites, Canva, or any website generator. They can work in teams (which my students loved) and share what they have learned with others in the class. I have included a link to Google Slides to project or share wit
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
FREE Greek Alphabet Wall Display Gifted Language Arts
FREE Greek Alphabet Wall Display Gifted Language ArtsIf they already know the alphabet, try posting this one above your whiteboard instead! It includes upper and lower case symbols, English (Latin) equivalences, and pronunciations. It prints in landscape format with two letters per page and fit just perfectly in a horizontal row over my board as traditional alphabet displays do--but with a real wow effect that makes everyone entering the room stop and actually look at the letters. Letters are
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Iliad Introduction: Teacher Notes
This resource helps teachers become immersed in the ancient world of Homeric epic poetry. Contains timelines of composition, qualities of an epic, background myths necessary for understanding. Also includes recommended resources for further reading which allows teachers who wish to dive deeper into scholarly discussions on the text to find helpful resources.
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9th - 12th
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Ancient History Scope and Sequence (NYS 6th Grade Aligned)
This is a rigorous standards-aligned scope and sequence. It was created for 6th grade social studies in New York, and is aligned to both the NYS Social Studies Standards and the Next Generation History Standards. It can easily be adapted for similar standards in other states. The s&s begins with a geography unit and then covers ancient history of the Eastern Hemisphere, beginning with the Neolithic Revolution and ending with the Age of Exploration. Part 1 of this resource outlines units and
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6th - 12th
Ancient World Bundle for Middle-School Social Studies
Included in this bundle for middle-grade social studies classes are 4 resources to aid in the study of ancient civilizations.Archaeology: From the “-Ologies” SeriesAncient Egypt Bingo BookAncient Greece Bingo BookAncient Rome Bingo BookArchaeology: From the “-Ologies” SeriesThis book introduce students to the various civilizations and acquaints them with their fantastic achievements. Students gain an appreciation for and an understanding of these and other cultures which are different from their
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4th - 12th
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Ancient Greek Art Lesson Plan + Slides Grades 9-12
Discovering Ancient Greek ArtLesson Plan + SlidesTarget Grades: 9-12What's included?Lesson Plan .docSlides PDF and PowerPointWatch video for full preview of contentsThis lesson on Ancient Greek Art and Architecture for high school students provides a comprehensive overview of the various forms of art and architecture that emerged during the ancient Greek civilization. It includes information on ancient Greek painting, sculpture, pottery, architecture, and theater, as well as key examples and his
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9th - 12th
Also included in: Art History Lesson Plan BUNDLE Grades 9-12
Bible Journaling with Instruction Guide
Cycle 1 Semester 1This book guides students through 15 weeks of active reading through the Bible. Students read 5 pages for which they complete 1 journal page 4-days-per-week. Doing so, students will actively read / journal through the entire Bible in 3 school years. *This guide uses the Chronological Life Application Study Bible by Tyndale. Please consider purchasing this translation to use along with this guide as the footnotes are extremely helpful for students. If you choose to use a di
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7th - 12th
Romulus and Remus Movie Poster Lesson and Activity
Looking for a lesson on Romulus and Remus? Use this lesson to help students understand the infamous origin story! This resource covers: -Romulus and Remus Origin Story of Rome You will love this resource because it- Gives students the opportunity to apply their knowledge - An engaging activity -Students how their creativity with history! What is included in this resource-Lesson plan -Movie poster planning worksheet -Optional Venn diagram activity -Exit ticket worksheet This lesson is based on
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6th - 12th
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Mesopotamia/Fertile Crescent & Egypt World History Quote Responses/Warm Ups
Quote responses are an engaging warm up or critical thinking activity for the World History/Social Studies classroom. Included in this package is 19 quotes organized into 3 categories: Mesopotamia/Fertile Crescent, Ancient Egypt, and Misc. Quotes that can be used throughout the year.These quotes can be used at a variety of academic levels in a many different ways. In the document are both teacher directions and project-able student directions. There is also a sample quote response to share with
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6th - 12th
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Agrippina the Younger
12 pages of extensive notes on Agrippina the Younger with primary and secondary sources. Includes;
Role of Imperial women in Roman society , family background and status, Early life, ambitions and marriages, role during the reign of Caligula, role during the reign of Claudius, power as Claudius wife, Promotion of her son Nero, Relationship with Burrus and Seneca, Nero and Acte, her waning of power, evaluation, Legacy and 16 possible essay questions.
Excellent collection of notes for students or
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11th - 12th
Ancient Roman Art Lesson Plan + Slides Grades 9-12
Discovering Ancient Roman ArtLesson Plan + SlidesTarget Grades: 9-12What's included?Lesson Plan .docSlides PDF and PowerPointWatch video for full preview of contentsThis lesson on Ancient Roman Art is designed to provide high school teachers with an introduction to the art of ancient Rome and to equip them with the tools and resources they need to create a comprehensive lesson plan for their students.The lesson covers the main themes and types of art that were popular in ancient Rome, with a par
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9th - 12th
Also included in: Art History Lesson Plan BUNDLE Grades 9-12
Digital Quote Responses/Warm Ups for World History/Social Studies
Quote responses are an engaging warm up or critical thinking activity for the World History/Social Studies classroom. Included in this package is over 50 quotes organized into 8 categories: Mesopotamia/Fertile Crescent, Ancient Egypt, Ancient China, Ancient India, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, Middle Ages and Misc. Quotes that can be used throughout the year.These quotes can be used at a variety of academic levels in a many different ways. In the document are both teacher directions and projec
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6th - 12th
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Bible Journaling: Teacher / Parent Instruction Guide
Cycle 1 Semester 1Genesis - Birth of Israel (1800-1406BC)*Please note: this plan and journaling guide utilizes the Chronological Life Application Study Bible (NLT). **If you use a different version, please know that some of the referenced footnotes will likely be missing / different in your version. Feel free to email me for page / Book and Chapter help if you choose to complete this with a different version of the Bible.
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Bible Journaling with Instruction Guide
Study and Review Questions for Aeschylus' Oresteia
Questions that focus on interpretation for the entire Oresteia. Used with a junior, honors level Classical Literature course.
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9th - 12th
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Unit Plan on Qin and Han China, Greece, and Rome
This Unit Plan covers Qin and Han China, Greece, and Rome. It uses the Understanding By Design template, and covers Common Core Standards, Enduring Understandings, Essential Questions, Daily Objectives (19 objectives), and Assessment Evidence.
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6th - 12th
Ancient Greece: Odyssey PowerPoint Project Directions
These are printable instructions for an independent project students can complete after reading the Odyssey. This PowerPoint project requires them to summarize the novel, list the locations Odysseus traveled to, create a map and reflect on the character qualities that Odysseus embodied.
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6th - 12th
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Ancient Greece and Rome Quote Responses/Warm Ups for Social Studies Classrooms
Quote responses are an engaging warm up or critical thinking activity for the World History/Social Studies classroom. Included in this package are 22 quotes organized into 3 categories: Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome and Misc. Quotes that can be used throughout the year.These quotes can be used at a variety of academic levels in a many different ways. In the document are both teacher directions and project-able student directions. There is also a sample quote response to share with students.Each
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6th - 12th
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Ancient India & China Quote Response Warm Ups for Social Studies Classrooms
Quote responses are an engaging warm up or critical thinking activity for the World History/Social Studies classroom. Included in this package are 19 quotes organized into 3 categories: Ancient China, Ancient India, and Misc. Quotes that can be used throughout the year.These quotes can be used at a variety of academic levels in a many different ways. In the document are both teacher directions and project-able student directions. There is also a sample quote response to share with students.Eac
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6th - 12th
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Periods of Art History
This handy printout provides students with an at a glance review of the history of art through the ages. Descriptions of art movements along with names and dates of prominent artists.
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8th - 12th
S3 Unit Plan Greco-Persian Wars (Advanced)
A very detailed and well-resourced Unit Plan on The Greco-Persian Wars. Intended for advanced Ancient History courses of study, but can be selectively and thematically utilized at other levels. Herodotus as a base text is required or access to on-line resources. Suggested teaching and homework activities, Suggested resources, Focus questions and notes. This version delves deeper into the conflict using a wider variety of sources and activities.
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9th - 12th
Also included in: S3 EMPIRES BUNDLE
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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.
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