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Middle school Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa ancient history resources for Montessori
Holiday Christmas Winter String Art Ornament Craft Parent Gifts Activities
Save BIG and Bundle! This pack includes the:Original String Art for Upper Grades Ornament and portrait patterns. This pack includes beautiful and intricate designs sure to captivate your students and leave them with a sense of accomplishment. Numbered Dot to Dot String Art ornament and portrait simplified patterns.This pack guarantees success at all levels. As well as giving you and your students 6 different options to pick from. Click Here to Read the Blog PostThese types of projects are a grea
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4th - 7th
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World History Ancient Times BUNDLE
This BUNDLE contains the following:40 historical events in 3 PART CARDS FORMAT40 historical events in TIMELINE CARDS format with reading booklet for reference PLEASE SEE THE INDIVIDUAL FILES FOR THE PREVIEW.We always use our printables at home in our homeschool journey. To see how it works, you are more than welcome to follow us!Follow my Pinay Homechooler BlogFollow my InstagramFollow my Pinterest
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4th - 12th
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Ancient Roman Mosaics - Art Project of Ancient Rome
The Ancient Romans created mosaic art using tiny tiles. We have created a packet that allows students to experiment with this Ancient Roman artwork. Using tiny squares (or tesserae) of paper (already counted out- it just needs to be printed and cut), the students can glue these to their designated places on the Roman Mosaic Tile of their choice. There are three options for Mosaics in this packet : a Flower, a Ship, and a Sun. This particular project will be best showcased with color printing
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5th - 7th
Also included in: Ancient World History BUNDLE
History of Writing 3-Part Cards
This 3-part card set (picture, label, paragraph) supports The Story (or History) of Writing.
Included are:
12 pictures illustrating the development of writing from cave art to the 15th century;
12 corresponding labels;
12 corresponding "stories" or explanatory paragraphs, written for the elementary child.
An excellent extension to this card set is to place the pictures and stories along a time line. See my Printable Time Line, consisting of date cards that can be used for this lesson or any ot
Grades:
1st - 6th
Christmas traditions around the world - Santa Claus, Christmas food, decorations
Printable includes information about Christmas traditions in 16 countries around the world, such as USA, Canada, Ukraine, Finland, The UK, The Netherland, Australia, China, India, Brazil, Mexico, France, Germany, Poland, Spain and Italy. There're include information about the main traditions, Christmas food, decorations, Santa Claus in different cultures and how to say "Merry Christmas" in different languages.This unit study is for kids ages 3-10.Pack includes 1 pdf file (57 pages in total)Print
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PreK - 6th
Montessori Timeline of Life Second Great Lesson Large Printable Format
The Timeline of Life is one of Montessori's iconic great lessons. The timeline begins in the Proterozoic and continues on to our currently time (the Cenozoic Era).The Timeline of Life can be experienced repeatedly to children from the age of six all the way through to age 12. Every re-viewing of the timeline leads to new insights, questions, and curiousity about life on Earth. The second great lesson prepares the child for further work in sciences - specifically in the study of:ZoologyBotanyGeog
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1st - 6th
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Conifer Life Cycle Pack With Real Photos - Montessori Pine Tree 3 Part Cards
This hands-on pine tree life cycle activity bundle is Montessori inspired and it is made using real photos and realistic clipart. This set is perfect for Christmas or Winter learning unit. Additionally, it is a great way to introduce science and biology to preschoolers, kindergarteners and, young children at home or school. What's Included This set has 27 pages with clear instructions and the bundle includes:- 2 Life cycle of a conifer printable posters- Life cycle of a pine tree peekaboo spinn
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PreK - 8th
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History of Numbers 3-Part Cards
This 3-part card set (picture, label, paragraph) supports The Story (or History) of Numbers.
Included are:
12 pictures illustrating the development of numbers from prehistory to the 15th century;
12 corresponding labels;
12 corresponding "stories" or explanatory paragraphs, written for the elementary child.
An excellent extension to this card set is to place the pictures and stories along a time line. See my Printable Time Line, consisting of date cards that can be used for this lesson or any
Grades:
1st - 6th
Civilization GRAPES Independent Study Project
This project can be used to examine any civilization using the organizer GRAPES (geography, religion, achievements, politics, economics, social structure.)
Students research each area and then have a choice of creative follow-up tasks for each one (lots of art, creative writing, etc. To culminate their work, students will create a slideshow presentation about each area of GRAPES.
File includes overviews of GRAPES, project description/planner, follow-up choices, rubric, and note taking sheets.
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5th - 9th
Printable Time Line (40,000 BC to 2000 AD)
This printable timeline (dates 40,000 BC to 2000 AD) can be used for any purpose–sequencing pictures and information about the great civilizations, historical events or personages, world art, or any other development. I used it to show the history of writing from proto-writing (cave art) all the way up to personal computers. The children can lay the date cards out end-to-end. All cards together stretch a little over 30.’ Or you can lay them out in consecutive rows. After laying the cards out end
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1st - 6th
World History: Ancient Times Timeline Cards and Booklet
Learn about the historical events of the ancient times with this Montessori-inspired (Elementary) timeline cards and reading booklet as reference. This learning pack contains40 timeline cards of the ancient times (occurred between the period of 5000BC to 500BC.a 40 pages of reading booklet for reference3 pages of timeline sheets that can be assembled to form as a guide. The paper size of this is in A4Each timeline cards has a date, a picture and a short description of the events. Use the timel
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: World History Ancient Times BUNDLE
The History of Writing (Great Lesson)
The Great Lessons are the unifying principle of the Montessori elementary school program. Traditionally the five Great Lessons include The Story of the Universe, The Coming of Life, The Coming of Human Beings, The Story of Writing, and The Story of Numbers.
This ebook for teachers introduces The Story (or History) of Writing, including:
the rationale for introducing the history of writing to elementary students;
the story itself to be read to the children;
recommended visual aids;
a timeli
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1st - 6th
Ancient Civilizations Bundle
The study of ancient civilizations can be challenging for some teachers, parents, and children.Our Montessori-inspired Ancient Civilizations Bundle is the perfect resource to supplement studies.It includes so many fabulous printables about the following civilizations:Ancient EgyptMesopotamiaAncient IndiaAncient ChinaAncient GreeceAncient RomeThe Ancient Civilizations Bundle is designed for children in Montessori preschool and elementary classrooms and is for all children, no matter their skills
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PreK - 6th
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Evolution BUNDLE
Evolution BUNDLE! This is an in-depth study on Early Man that includes ***over 100 pages of activities!*** It includes all my comprehension readings, all my fill-in-the-blank exploratory activities, as well as lesser known but fascinating theories on hominids such as the Aquatic Apes and Ancient Astronauts Theory.In this kit you will get all of the following evolutionary comprehensions, task cards, and questions in one convenient package- answer keys are also included! + Evolution: Ramapithecus+
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Ancient Egyptian Mythology Matching Cards and Games
Help kids learn 16 gods and goddesses of Ancient Egyptian mythology in a fun, hands-on way. This product features Montessori-inspired, multi-part cards that can be used for independent study or to play a variety of interactive games.Click HERE to SAVE with my Ancient Egypt Matching Cards and Games BundleThe packet includes:• control cards featuring the vocabulary word along with a picture and description• split cards featuring the picture on one half and the term and definition on the other• spl
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4th - 7th
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MAYA & AZTEC Civilizations Flipbook, Calendar, Chinampas Activity | Mesoamerica
Learn all about the two major ancient civilizations of Mesoamerica through info flip-books and hands on crafts. Students will learn major highlights of each civilization and how they have left their mark on the culture of Mexico and North America today. Make a working Maya calendar and floating gardens called chinampas, first invented by the Aztecs.Includes eight (8) pages of resources. *Resources also included in the MEXICO Activity Book.
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1st - 6th
The History of Numbers (Great Lesson)
The Great Lessons are the unifying principle of the Montessori elementary school program. Traditionally the five Great Lessons include The Story of the Universe, The Coming of Life, The Coming of Human Beings, The Story of Writing, and The Story of Numbers.
This ebook for teachers introduces The History of Numbers, including:
the rationale for introducing the history of numbers to elementary students;
the story itself to be read to the children;
recommended visual aids;
an additional story on
Grades:
1st - 6th
Christmas traditions in Poland - Santa Claus, Christmas food, decorations
Printable includes information about Christmas traditions in Poland. There're include information about the main traditions, Christmas food, decorations, Santa Claus and how to say "Merry Christmas" in Polish language.This unit study is for kids ages 3-10.Pack includes 1 pdf file (10 pages in total)Printable Size: US Letter (8.5" x 11")This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD.This bundle includes:1) Traditions in Poland (4 pages);2) Worksheets for writing practice (5 pages).This printable is a part of the Uni
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PreK - 6th
Montessori Teacher Manual: History Elementary I & II
This comprehensive teacher manual includes detailed lesson plans of the Montessori history curriculum. Teachers will be able to implement instruction with accuracy and fidelity.
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1st - 6th
The History of Paper- Timeline, Reading Passages, DIY and more!
ContentsPg. 2: Suggested Instructions for UsePg. 3: Non-Fiction Question StemsPgs. 4-11: History of Paper Timeline CardsPgs. 12-14: Timeline SheetsPgs. 15-16: The History of Papyrus Reading PassagePg. 17: Make Your Own Papyrus Instruction PagePg. 18: The History of Animal Skin Parchment Reading PassagePg. 19: The Process of Making Modern Paper Reading PassagePg. 20: Paper FactsPgs. 21-22: History of Paper Research GuidePg. 23: Terms of UseEnjoy!
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2nd - 6th
Ancient Egypt Definition Matching Cards and Games
Help kids learn 12 vocabulary words related to Ancient Egypt in a fun, hands-on way. This product features Montessori-inspired, multi-part cards that can be used for independent study or to play a variety of interactive games.Click HERE to SAVE with my Ancient Egypt Matching Cards and Games BundleThe packet includes:• control cards featuring the vocabulary word along with a picture and description• split cards featuring the picture on one half and the term and definition on the other• split card
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4th - 7th
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MONTESSORI GREAT STORY of PEOPLE. Early man (hominids) cards
HAND DRAWN CARDS TO THE MONTESSORI GREAT STORY OF PEOPLE.These set includes:- 5 cards of Homo Habilis, Homo Sapience, Australopithecus Afarensis, Homo Neaderthalensis, Homo Erectus. - 5 labels to the cards.- 5 labels to the cards with time period. These cards can be used for Great Story of People in Montessory classroom or at home. They also can be used for any hominid activities. Print and laminate the file for long-term usage (matted lamination is the best), cut cards and labels on line.
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1st - 6th
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MONTESSORI GREAT STORY of PEOPLE. Early man (hominids) skulls cards
HAND DRAWN CARDS TO THE MONTESSORI GREAT STORY OF PEOPLE.These set includes:- 5 cards of skulls of Homo Habilis, Homo Sapience, Australopithecus Afarensis, Homo Neaderthalensis, Homo Erectus. - 5 labels to the cards.- 5 labels to the cards with time period. - 5 control cards.These cards can be used for Great Story of People in Montessory classroom or at home. They also can be used for any hominid activities. Print and laminate the file for long-term usage (matted lamination is the best), cut car
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1st - 7th
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Montessori Timeline of Life - Full Length, Full Color
Full-size Montessori Timeline of Life - in Full ColorFull-size prints at 80 inches long by just under 18 inches tallZipped files includes all of the following: Image of the Complete Presentation/Control StripImage of the Complete Mute Strip14 page pdf of the Movable Mute piecesPrintable Presentation and Mute Panels - to create the full-size timelinethe file includes 3 sizes: 18x42" panels (2); 18x28" panels (3); 18x12" panels (8)for both the Mute and the Control/Presentation
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1st - 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?
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