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Ancient history videos
Hebrew People, Israelites, and Origin of Judaism PowerPoint & Video Lesson
This wonderful lesson covers the Ancient Israelites, Hebrew People, and beginnings of Judaism for your World History classroom. The download includes an engaging PowerPoint, Google Slides version, guided notes worksheets, and a fully-narrated "flipped classroom" video lesson.Topics covered in the lesson include: Meaning of the terms Israelite, Hebrew, & JewishAbraham's roleThe TorahMonotheism vs polytheismMoses and the ExodusThe 10 CommandmentsThe 12 Tribes of IsraelThe Kingdoms of Israel an
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7th - 10th
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Mankind: The Story of All of Us Bundle
Mankind: The Story of All of Us complete series video guides. Includes a guide for every part of the History Channel's documentary Mankind: The Story of All of Us. The guides were designed for middle school students. Each guide has between 10-12 questions. I try to pick important information for the questions and space them out so students must pay attention but do not have to write so much that they can't enjoy the video.Episode guides include:1. Inventors2. Iron Men3. Empires4. Warriors5. Plag
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6th - 8th
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Engineering an Empire: Rome - Video Guide with Teacher Key in MS Word format
This video guide is for The History Channel's popular Rome: Engineering an Empire documentary video (individual episodes are available on YouTube, or DVDs can be purchased from the History Channel). The guide is divided into separate sections for the 8 major segments of the video, each covering a major Roman leader and their contributions to Ancient Rome. Each segment of the video last approximately 10 to 12 minutes and each section of the video guide includes narrative questions with a fill in
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7th - 12th
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Engineering an Empire Early Americas Bundle - The Aztecs and Mayas
This two video guide bundle includes two of the most exciting and interesting episodes of the History Channel's popular Engineering an Empire video series (individual episodes are available on YouTube, or DVD and can be purchased from the History Channel or Amazon.com). The narrative question format is designed to engage the students throughout the videos, and focuses on historical, social and cultural aspects of the splendid Maya and Aztec empires. They allow for followup discussion. Includ
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6th - 12th
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The Egyptian Pyramids and Great Sphinx of Giza with Google Earth Tours
Tour The Great Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza with Google Earth.Make a virtual field trip to one of Africa’s most famous landmarks; The Pyramids of Egypt and giant Sphinx. You will be using Google Earth to watch a pre-recorded tour of the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure, as well as, the Great Sphinx. The trip lasts for 3 minutes and 15 seconds.The product includes a document of about 40 talking points and interesting facts about the ancient Egyptian site. The tour is also accompanied by a pdf
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1st - 5th
Engineering an Empire: China Video Guide with Teacher Key in MS Word Format
This video guide is for The History Channel's popular China: Engineering an Empire documentary video (individual episodes are available on YouTube, or DVDs can be purchased from the History Channel). The guide is divided into five sections which covers the major social, cultural, and political events of Ancient and Classical China, and focuses on dynastic change that has kept China intact for over 4000 years. There are a total of 28 narrative questions with fill in the blank answers that span t
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7th - 12th
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Engineering an Empire Greece: Video Guide in MS Word format with Teacher Key
This video guide is for The History Channel's popular Greece: Engineering an Empire documentary video (individual episodes are available on YouTube, or DVDs can be purchased from the History Channel). The guide is divided into five sections which covers the major historical, cultural, and historic events of this amazing civilization that became the "Cradle of Western Civilization". There are a total of 20 narrative questions with fill in the blank answers that span the 45 minute video. The narr
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7th - 12th
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Cuneiform Bundle: Activities on the Invention of Writing in Mesopotamia
Note: This is the Print/PDF version. We also have a Google Apps/Distance Learning version available by clicking here.This 23-page product is a set of activities for your students to learn about the invention of writing in ancient Mesopotamia. All websites for the online activities and video are provided. Your students will love learning using the internet and watching the cartoon video!This lesson is aligned with standards for history/social sciences at the state and national levels.Included:
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4th - 10th
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Viewing Guide: Engineering an Empire (Episode 01 - Rome)
This is a great documentary series for World History that helps enrich students learning of the topic. These questions simply serve as a guide to ensure that students are paying attention to the information that is being presented. (41 questions & Answer Key Included)This episode is currently available via YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaG7jT76cSMEPISODE SUMMARY:One of the most powerful civilizations in history, the Roman Empire ruled the world for more than five centuries. Althoug
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9th - 12th
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Neolithic Agricultural Revolution Bundle: Print Version
Note: This is the Print/PDF version. We also have a Google Apps version, designed specifically for distance learning, available by clicking here.This 14-page bundle is perfect for a unit on Prehistory, the Paleolithic & Neolithic Ages (the Old & New Stone Ages), or ancient Mesopotamia. Your students will enjoy the video featuring live scenes, and you'll be satisfied knowing that the content is excellent and that students will be paying attention because of the corresponding video questi
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4th - 10th
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Engineering an Empire: Entire 14 Episode Bundle - Video Guides with Teacher Keys
This bundle includes video guides and teacher keys for all 14 episodes for the hugely popular History Channel's "Engineering an Empire" video series: (individual episodes available on YouTube or on DVD at History Channel or Amazon.com The guides in this bundle cover the following episodes:EgyptChinaPersiansCarthageGreeceAge of AlexanderRomeRussiaByzantine EmpireBritainFranceAztecsMayasda Vinci's WorldThe guides are divided into multiple sections which covers the major periods, events, and lead
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6th - 12th
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Punic Wars in Ancient Rome Lesson: Roman Republic Activity, Map, PowerPoint
The lesson on the Punic Wars in Ancient Rome includes a presentation, video, guided notes, and interactive notebook page to teach all about Rome's three wars against Carthage and the problems that arose afterwards. Each slide of the PowerPoint and Google presentation includes fantastic visuals, graphics, and easy-to-follow notes on essential topics. Teacher notes are also provided for more details to share with students.The lesson covers all of the following:The Roman LegionCarthage and the 1st
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7th - 10th
Also included in: World History PowerPoint Bundle Part 1: Prehistory - Islamic Empires
Pokémon and Japanese Mythology - Videos + Extension Activities
Please note: I have drastically reduced the price of this class due to a few complaints about the sound quality of the recordings. It may be helpful to mention that I offer this exact same package on Outschool, and it has a rating of 4.9/5 (from 40+ reviews) for the same materials. You can view the positive reviews on Outschool here. Even so, I will offer the course at a discounted price on Teachers Pay Teachers in case anyone is concerned about the background noise.This course explores over 60
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3rd - 12th
Also included in: Pokémon Mythology Bundle - Videos + Extension Activities
Viewing Guide: Engineering an Empire (Episode 07 - The Maya: Death Empire)
This is a great documentary series for World History that helps enrich students learning of the topic. These questions simply serve as a guide to ensure that students are paying attention to the information that is being presented. (25 questions & Answer Key Included)This episode is currently available via YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nE65Y8-CvQsEPISODE SUMMARY:At the height of its glory, this mysterious civilization ruled a territory of 125,000 square miles across parts of Guatem
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9th - 12th
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Viewing Guide: Engineering an Empire (Episode 03 - Greece)
This is a great documentary series for World History that helps enrich students learning of the topic. These questions simply serve as a guide to ensure that students are paying attention to the information that is being presented. (29 questions & Answer Key Included)This episode is currently available via YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5d2-BmEa_YIEPISODE SUMMARY:Western Civilization has been influenced by many cultures, from Rome to America, but it was born in Ancient Greece. Centu
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9th - 12th
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The Ancient World Bundle
The "Ancient World Bundle" includes a collection of topics related to various aspects of ancient history. Here is a description of each item listed:The Ancient Wonders: Refers to Wonders of the Ancient World, which are remarkable constructions.Alexander the Great: Focuses on the life and conquests of Alexander the Great, the king of Macedonia who created one of the largest empires in ancient history.Plato’s Republic: An exploration of Plato’s "Republic," a philosophical text where Plato discusse
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead-History Channel-Vocab, Quiz, and More
This ancient Egypt video documentary is a fascinating and cleverly crafted dramatization that follows an ancient scroll from its creation almost 4,000 year ago to its rediscovery in 1887 by a questionable fellow who was both respected and viewed by many as a thief. This remarkable video will keep your students on the edge of their seats, anxious to learn more about the fate of the scroll. The costumes, acting, lighting, backdrops, props, and scenery are very well done and because it is a true s
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5th - 12th
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Viewing Guide: Engineering an Empire (Episode 04 - Age of Alexander)
This is a great documentary series for World History that helps enrich students learning of the topic. These questions simply serve as a guide to ensure that students are paying attention to the information that is being presented. (25 questions & Answer Key Included)This episode is currently available via YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdpYtF7V5EgEPISODE SUMMARY:438 BC. The Parthenon is complete. This masterpiece is the crowning achievement of a remarkable century for the Greek peo
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9th - 12th
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The Last Stand of 300 (History Channel) Movie Questions (Distance Learning)
Every student (and teacher?!?) loves a movie day!! The History Channel Presents a 91 minute color documentary on the Last Stand of 300 at Thermopylae pass. This product provides 25 guided movie questions (along with a key) appropriate for middle/high school students. The questions follow the video and help to explain the battle as well as keep the students focused and on track.*Be sure you preview the movie ahead of time to judge the appropriateness for your students.* https://www.youtube.com
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7th - 11th
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Also included in: World History Movie Questions/Activities Money Saving Bundle
The Roman Colosseum with Google Earth Tours
Tour the Roman Colosseum with Google Earth ToursMake a virtual field trip to the Roman Colosseum, one of the planet’s most famous landmarks. You will be using Google Earth to watch a pre-recorded tour of the ancient arena and it’s neighboring structures. The trip through Rome lasts 5 minutes and 38 seconds.Making cameo appearances on the trip are the Pantheon, the Roman Forum, the Vatican and the Spanish Steps, to name just a few.The product includes a document of about 25 talking points and in
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1st - 6th
Also included in: Famous European Landmarks with Google Earth Tours (Bundle)
Viewing Guide: Engineering an Empire (Episode 08 - Russia)
This is a great documentary series for World History that helps enrich students learning of the topic. These questions simply serve as a guide to ensure that students are paying attention to the information that is being presented. (30 questions & Answer Key Included)This episode is currently available via YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEzVTyAsyl0EPISODE SUMMARY:At the height of its power this empire stretched across 15 times zones, incorporated nearly 160 different ethnicities, an
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9th - 12th
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Harry Potter Astronomy, Astrology, and Greek Mythology
This class is meant to show students the relationship between Astronomy, Astrology, and Greek Mythology, through the lens of the popular "British Wizard" series. We'll also cover the difference between astrology and astronomy (why one is a science and one is a belief), and gain an appreciation for how J.K. Rowling incorporated Greek Mythology and the constellations into her character creation. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ VIDEOS, ACTIVITIES, AND MORE ▬▬▬▬▬▬This course has six parts to it. Each part consists of a down
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Harry Potter-Inspired Bundle: Videos + Extension Activities
Viewing Guide: Engineering an Empire (Episode 02 - Egypt)
This is a great documentary series for World History that helps enrich students learning of the topic. These questions simply serve as a guide to ensure that students are paying attention to the information that is being presented. (41 questions & Answer Key Included)This episode is currently available via YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44F6G5EhslsEPISODE SUMMARY:Menes, the founding king of the First Dynasty and the first pharaoh to unify Upper and Lower Egypt into one kingdom, over
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9th - 12th
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Hindu Gods & Goddesses: Cartoon Videos & Project: In-Person, Online, or Distance
You can download this as a:1. PDF/Print activityor2. A ready-to-go TPT Easel Activity. You can assign Easel lessons through Google Classroom or you can copy a link to it and paste it into any learning management system you use with your students. However, for the time being, students will need to log in with a Google email account in order to access the assignment. You can use TPT Easel for free with this resource. Click here for info on how to use TPT Easel for free.Your students will love t
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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.
How do I find ancient history resources on TPT?
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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