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The Nile River | Audiobook
The Nile River is not only the longest river in Africa, but it’s the longest river in the world. It was an extremely important part of Ancient Egyptian life and provided them with a rich source of food, transportation, and resources used for building. Egyptian civilization developed along the Nile River in large part because the river’s annual flooding ensured reliable, rich soil for growing crops. The Nile supported and allowed life to thrive in the grueling climate.Designed for classroom | hom
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Roman Architecture For Kids Audiobook
Roman Architecture and Engineering. The Romans developed fascinating architecture and were outstanding engineers. While being strongly influenced by Greek and Etruscan designs, they were the finest builders of roads, bridges, and aqueducts in the ancient world. More than fifty thousand miles of road connected Rome with the frontiers of the Roman Empire.The Rise of the Roman Empire Audiobook series and Classroom Activity by Cambridge For Kids. Aimed at children who are looking to further their kn
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Ancient Egyptian Art and Architecture | Audiobook
Egyptian Art and Architecture. The Ancient Egyptians did things big. They were a deeply religious civilization so the bigger the structure or more profound the art, the greater the reward would be in the afterlife. Huge monuments cut from granite and brightly painted statues with precious jewels were a common theme that continued from the Old to the New Kingdom. In this episode, you will learn about the changes in style spanning over 1000 years. Half-human half-animal cube statues. Tomb art and
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The Great Pyramid and Aliens | Audiobook
The Great Pyramid and Aliens. Archaeologists have spent many years trying to crack the mysteries of the ancient pharaoh's burial tombs, but are yet to even scratch the surface of the pyramid's true history and nature. The pyramid's baffling past has given rise, over the course of the 20th and 21st century to countless theories about their construction, mostly involving aliens!Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their
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The Legacy of Ancient Egypt | Audiobook
The Legacy of Ancient Egypt. Five thousand years ago, along the Nile River in Africa, lived one of the most extraordinary civilizations in history. They built awe-inspiring mega structures, invented ingenious devices, and pushed human knowledge in areas like science, to new heights. In this final episode, you will learn about the advancements they made in areas like medicine and mathematics. Their influence on the modern world. And how the world changed following the demise of this mysterious an
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Ancient Egyptians Complete K-12 Audio | Ebook | Comprehension Series
The Olympic Games | Audiobook
The Olympic Games. The Ancient Greeks loved competition of all sorts. Each year, the various city-states of Greece sent athletes to festivals of games, which were held to honor Zeus. The games were officially held every four years from 776 BC, but they possibly originated much earlier. A Greek myth credited the hero Herakles, better known as Hercules, with creating the running competitions at Olympia to celebrate the end of one of his missions called the twelve labors. Designed for classroom | h
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Tutankhamun's Curse | Audiobook
Tutankhamun's Curse. The Pharaoh Tutankhamun died in 1323 BC aged around 18. His body was moved to the Valley of the Kings, across the Nile from the city of Luxor in Egypt. When famous British archaeologist Howard Carter discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922 it was worldwide news but, what got more headlines was the story of the Curse of the Pharaoh, which is said to still exist today.Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to
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Ancient Greek Philosophy | Audiobook
Ancient Greek Philosophy. The philosophers of Ancient Greece were among the greatest thinkers to ever grace humanity. Ancient Greek philosophy and medical writing were extremely important on later thought, both in the West and in the East.Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for childre
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The Great Pyramid of Giza Audiobook
The Great Pyramid of Giza. Situated on the Giza plateau near the modern-day city of Cairo in Egypt, the great pyramid was the tallest structure ever built until the 19th century. Part of a royal burial complex it rises to a height of 146m and is made up of over two million blocks of hand-worked stone. But important questions still linger over the pyramids. How was it built? And who built them?The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World Audiobook series and Classroom Activity by Cambridge For Kids. Ai
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Temple of Artemis For Kids Audiobook
Temple of Artemis. The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, in present-day Turkey, was built to honor the Greek goddess Artemis, the protector of woman. It has been described as the most beautiful and dazzling of all of the Seven Wonders.The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World Audiobook series and Classroom Activity by Cambridge For Kids. Aimed at children who are looking to further their knowledge in all things history. Episodes are all under 10 minutes, packed full of information that is easy for chil
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Egyptian Customs and Beliefs | Audiobook
Egyptian Customs and Beliefs. Ancient Egyptians believed that each person’s soul was immortal. In order for the soul to reach the afterlife a complex, traditional set of customs was required, sometimes ending with mummification. If these rites were not completed the dead would come back to haunt the living in the form of a ghost. In this episode, you will learn about burial customs and what they represented. The nine aspects of the soul. The use of shabti dolls to work for the god Osiris. And th
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Egyptian Inventions | Audiobook
Egyptian Inventions. The Pyramids. Writing. Papyrus Sheets. Black Ink. The Ox-drawn plough. The Sickle. Irrigation. The Sundial. Are but a few of their many inventions. Egyptian inventions were vast and it might be easier to list the things they did not invent such as the wheel; not unexpected in a civilization where boats were mainly used as the means of transport.Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge
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Greek Architecture and Art | Audiobook
Greek Architecture and Art. Ancient Greek architects and artists have provided some of the finest and most unique buildings ever seen in the ancient world. Through the design and use of their temples, sculptures, and pottery, the Greeks would live by a central code, which was clear to see in their art and architecture. They would, in turn, be responsible for the start of classical design, which now dominates the western world.Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at childre
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The Legacy of Ancient Greece Audiobook
The Legacy of Ancient Greece. The Ancient Greeks had a tremendous effect on not only the ancient world but throughout history, leading to the present day. Language, the arts, political systems, and science are but a few examples of what the Greeks advanced. In this final episode, you will learn about the remarkable innovations they made. How myth and philosophy developed, cosmic observations, and not only their influence on the mighty Roman Empire but on later movements such as the Islamic Golde
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Roman Empire Economy For Kids Audiobook
Romans and the Economy. During the Roman Republic, the economy was largely based on farming and trade, centered on goods such as grain and wine. Military expansion powered the economy, bringing in slaves and riches back to Rome, which transformed the city of Rome and the Romans themselves.The Rise of the Roman Empire Audiobook series and Classroom Activity by Cambridge For Kids. Aimed at children who are looking to further their knowledge in all things history. Episodes are all under 10 minutes,
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Ancient Roman Art For Kids Audiobook
Roman Art. The Romans greatly appreciated the ancient Greeks, especially their art. Instead of inventing new forms of art the Romans simply copied Greek styles and called it Roman. But where they truly flourished was in its revolutionary architecture, portraits and carved relief sculptures.The Rise of the Roman Empire:Episode 1 – Introduction to the Roman EmpireEpisode 2 – The Roman Conquest and ExpansionEpisode 3 – Romans and the EconomyEpisode 4 – Inventions of TransportationEpisode 5 – Archit
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The Legacy of the Romans Audiobook
The Legacy of the Romans. The ancient Romans have made a dramatic impact on the modern world. Having already acquired blueprints from the ancient Greeks by force, they added strength and conquest to a Greek worldview. The result was advancements in art, architecture, technology, literature, language, religion, and of course warfare. In this episode, you will learn about their influence on our world today, notably the United States Constitution. The fall of the Empire ushering in the Dark Ages. T
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Hieroglyphics | Audiobook
Hieroglyphics. Hieroglyphic writing died out in Egypt in the fourth century C.E. Over time the knowledge of how to read hieroglyphs was lost, until the discovery of the Rosetta Stone. The word today is not only is used to describe Ancient Egyptian writing but also any civilization that uses picture signs as letter characters.Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at children and young adults who are looking to further their knowledge in all things Ancient History and Science
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Lighthouse of Alexandria For Kids Audiobook
Lighthouse of Alexandria. The Lighthouse at Alexandria was the first known lighthouse and stood for 1600 years on the coast of Egypt. It was built on the island of Pharos, to help guide trade ships into its busy harbor at Alexandria. The lighthouse was damaged by several earthquakes and eventually became an abandoned ruin.The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World Audiobook series and Classroom Activity by Cambridge For Kids. Aimed at children who are looking to further their knowledge in all things
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Ancient Greek Gods | Audiobook
The Olympian Gods. In order for the Ancient Greeks to make sense of a chaotic universe, the immortal gods were used to explain the forces of nature and the human experience. The greatest of these gods lived atop Mount Olympus, ruled over by Zeus the thunderer. They were passionate, spiteful, jealous, and insecure beings that both loved and despised humanity. In this episode, you will learn about the twelve most important Greek gods. What each of them had control over and their awesome godly powe
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Julius Caesar For Kids Audiobook
Julius Caesar. One of the greatest military generals in history, he conquered most of Europe, for Rome. He was once kidnapped by pirates, invaded the land of Britons, had a love affair with Cleopatra and started a bloody civil war that effectively ended the Roman Republic and started the age of the Emperors. In this episode, you will learn about his family and his many military campaigns. Why he laid siege to Rome itself. The ensuing civil war and how and why he was assassinated.The Rise of the
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Statue of Zeus at Olympia For Kids Audiobook
Statue of Zeus at Olympia. The Statue of Zeus was a massive 12 meters high, statue of the god Zeus, the King of the Ancient Greek gods. The statue was made from an inner wooden structure then enclosed with luxurious materials such as ivory, ebony, bronze, gold leaf and precious jewels. Zeus’s eyes were made of vibrant gems and around his head was a silver olive branch. The statue of Zeus stood for over 800 years and was considered the biggest statue the Ancient Greeks ever created.The Seven Wond
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Ancient Athens and Sparta | Audiobook
Athens and Sparta. The Athenians, skilled traders with a well-rounded society, they valued art, culture and democracy. The Spartans, experts in warfare valued strength, the monarchy and were suspicious of outsiders. They were once allies, but these powerful Greek city-states would become fierce enemies igniting a bloody civil war that ripped ancient Greece apart. In this episode, you will learn about their many differences. How they were governed. The differences in education and why they became
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The Seven Wonders For Kids Audiobook
The Hanging Gardens of Babylon. The Hanging Gardens were ancient botanical gardens and thought to have been sited near the royal palace in Babylon, the capital city of the civilization Babylonia, which is in modern-day Iraq. The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World were marvels of architecture, human ingenuity, and engineering on a scale that even the greatest minds today would struggle to reproduce. How did the ancients manage such a feat? Let’s find out.The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World:Epi
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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.
What types of ancient history resources are available on TPT?
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