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Middle school ancient history tools for common cores for Microsoft Word
Understanding Rhyme Scheme and Stanzas in Poetry
This item contains activities about understanding rhyme scheme and stanzas in poetry. It includes:
*Directions
*Rhyme Scheme Definition
*Rhyme Scheme Worksheet
*Rhyme Scheme Worksheet Answer Key
*Identifying Rhyme Scheme Worksheet
*Identifying Rhyme Scheme Worksheet Answer Key
*Stanza, Stanza Break, and Refrain Definition
*Stanza Worksheet
*Stanza Worksheet Answer Key
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3rd - 9th
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Ancient China Webquest (Daily Life)
Ancient China Daily Life Webquest:Students will gain a basic understanding of daily life in Ancient China through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below:http://china.mrdonn.org/index.htmlClick here to view the website.The webquest contains 40 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional website link. This great activity can be used to introduce or further enhance your students' knowledge
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4th - 10th
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Types of Fossils Activity
Different types of fossils. True form, cast, mold, and trace fossils. Students will replicate each type of fossil and glue it to the handout.
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1st - 10th
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Integer Project Bundle
Integer Projects Bundle
Need an integer project idea? This bundle includes 5 Integer Projects that you can use in your classroom. This is great for grades 6-8. I have used these in the past for an alternative to a written integer test. These projects are 21st century and provide real-world application. Great part about this – completely editable.
Projects Included:
-Budgeting Your Money with Integers (with rubric)
-Integer Timeline (with rubric)
-Integer Rules Comic Strip
-I am an Integer
Grades:
6th - 8th
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Maya, Inca, and Aztec Webquest Bundle
The bundle contains three webquests about the Maya, Inca, and Aztec civilizations. Students will use kid-friendly websites to answer the questions. I have included answer keys. Please message me if you have any questions. *The documents can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; however, please make sure it is password protected. The Maya Webquest (40 questions)Topics: Geography Government Daily Life Religion Sacrifice Inventions Hieroglyphics Ball Games Agriculture Pyramids Justice, Court
Grades:
4th - 9th
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Editable Google Slides Presentation Rubric
A slide presentation rubric based on Common Core. This rubric can be edited to add or remove assessment details.
Grades:
3rd - 12th
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Greek Myths: Medusa, Perseus, Athena, Theseus: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson students will read and complete work dealing with three Greek Myths, including Athena's punishment to a vain Medusa; Medusa's demise at the hands of Perseus; Theseus and the Minotaur. After reading each myth, students will complete work, including identifying and character traits, for each of the ancient stories.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Greece Unit - Bundle of Les
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Mesopotamia Webquest (Sumerians, Babylonians, Assyrians)
Mesopotamia Webquest (Sumerians, Babylonians, Assyrians)Students will gain a basic understanding of the many great civilizations that lived in Mesopotamia through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below:Click here to view the website.I would like to thank Illumismart for the wonderful clip art!The webquest contains 70 questions and an answer key is included for the
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4th - 9th
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Sixth Grade Report Card Template: Common Core Standards Based Grading {Editable}
This Sixth Grade ELA and Mathematics report card is fully aligned with the Common Core Standards. This report card is presented in Microsoft Word and is fully editable. Fits on one 8 1/2 x 11 page, using front and back. Also includes a full compilation of Sixth Grade Common Core Standards for ELA and Mathematics (with just a touch of clip art added in). Handy as a record-keeping tool to check off areas that have been thoroughly addressed, especially in times of transition. I hope you find this
Grades:
6th
Greek Myths: Pandora's Box & Prometheus: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson, students will be able to determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details. Student will two this through two Greek myths - Pandora's Box and Prometheus. After identifying the theme and the details that support it, students will compare and contrast the two central characters and express this through a Venn diagram and a complete paragraph.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundl
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Making Inferences: Pixar Short Film For the Birds
After watching Pixar's short film: For the Birds, students will infer by answering three questions and providing clues that lead to their inference.
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K - 10th
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Cuneiform and the Code of Hammurabi (Double Worksheet!)
This is an exciting double-worksheet for your students to complete while studying ancient Mesopotamia. The first section of the sheet has students write their names in Cuneiform and then a secret message to another friend in class. The friend then has to decode the message.The second part has students read excerpts from the Code of Hammurabi and then answer critical thinking questions about the Code.These can be split up or given as one assignment!************************************************
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4th - 12th
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Cause and Effect in Ancient Sumer & Sumerians: Reading Passages + Activities
This lesson provides a thorough understanding and history of the Ancient Sumerians. Students will read about the influences and advancements of their religion, government, tools, permanent homes, stable food supply and written language. Students will then examine the causes and effects these aspect of the Sumerians had on them as a civilization. All readings in this lesson are differentiated for lower level and higher level students.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE m
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundles for Ancient Egypt, India, China, Greece, Rome
Middle Ages and Medieval Times - castles, knights, The Plague
This unit is all about the Middle Ages and medieval times! There are 10 mini-units: Feudalism, Everyday Life, Occupations, Armor/Weapons/Heraldry, Becoming a Knight, Feasts and Tournaments, Castles, Castles Under Attack, Religion, and The Black Death. Each unit includes a page of informational text with a review sheet, a vocabulary sheet, a crossword puzzle, and a word search. In addition, there is a Venn diagram, math word problems, coat of arms shields to decorate, creative writing sheets,
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4th - 7th
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Ancient River Valley Civilizations Mapping Activity Worksheet
This mapping activity is on the Ancient River Valley Civilizations. Ancient River Valley Civilizations Mapping Activity includes explicit instructions on how to complete the map as well as questions based on the map along with knowledge based questions Ancient River Valley Civilizations.Students will label and color different aspects of Ancient River Valley Civilizations such as; cities, seas, important physical features and shade the area for each of the four main River Civilizations. This map
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Historical Mapping Activities BUNDLE
The Croods: Using the cartoon to review early humans/hominds
Bringing Common Core to the movies!!!
Questions to go along with the movie "The Croods". Example questions include determining the kind of homids they were (and justifying it), describing their cave art, and relating it to a modern day quote from Barack Obama about change.
8 questions in all with answers included
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5th - 9th
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Ancient China Webquest (Sui, Tang, Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasties)
The assignment contains 37 questions about the political, economic, and cultural structures of the dynasties in Ancient China (Sui, Tang, Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasties). Students will use kid-friendly websites to answer the questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; however, please make sure it is password protected. Topics: The Sui Dynasty:Unifying China Emperor Wen The decline of the Sui
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â World History Curriculum Bundle
The Inventions of Ancient China: Making Inferences: Reading Passages + Activity
In this lesson students are introduced to the numerous inventions to originate in ancient China (including gunpowder, the wheelbarrow, the calendar, and many others). Students will make their own inferences to determine the importance of these inventions (then and now) and will be expected to relate it to our current modern era, and how these technologies have made life easier throughout history.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle?
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Student Presentation Rubric - EDITABLE
Student Presentation Rubric - EDITABLEThis rubric was created for students who will be evaluating other students during their presentation. Students check the most appropriate box then add totals.The categories include:CONTENTTopic is appropriateInformation is clearInformation is correctPRESENTATIONOrganization - Intro, Body, and ConclusionPresenter does not readVoice volumeMaintains focus on subjectGraphic/ PowerPoint qualityEye contact w/ studentsSpeaks clearlyStudents will add totals and fin
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6th - 12th
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Editing Checklist- Narrative Writing
Provide some structure to the editing and proofreading process! This checklist helps students to improve their narrative writing in the editing stage by focusing on what good writers do. Allows for both a self and peer edit. Aligned to the Common Core. Word document format so you can adjust to your grade level or focus. 2 checklists to a page saves paper! Designed by Teacher Traveler.
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3rd - 6th
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Report Card Comments Statements Bank & Targets K12
Writing reports but stuck for words? You're in the right place!
WORD document - these comments can be copied,pasted or edited as you wish to fit your students.
The 47 page file includes report comments for 14 subjects (see below) and is split into 3 ability levels for each subject.
In addition, the comments are repeated for boys and girls e.g. Reading Male, Reading Female, Math Male, Math Female etc. Very convenient, as you do not need to worry about mixing up gender on the final report!
Her
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2nd - 6th
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The Beginnings of the Ancient Roman Republic: Rome Reading Passages
Students will have a brief introduction to ancient Rome. Students will have short reading, accompanied by a series of comprehension questions. Students will be to describe different geographic features of Italy and Rome, and compare that to other civilizations we have studied this year. Also, students will begin to identify to characteristics of a republic.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Ancient China Unit: PPT, Test, Readings, Activities, Projects: Print & Digital
This is my complete unit on Ancient China from the Yellow River Civilization through the fall of the Han Dynasty. It covers the geography of China, the Yellow River Civilization, the Xia, Shang, Zhou, Qin, and Han Dynasties. It also covers Confucianism, Legalism, and Daoism, the Great Wall the Terracotta Army, and the main rulers. There are more materials in this bundle than you will most likely be able to use based on time. So pick what you need! Everything can be edited as they are all Wo
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Grades:
8th - 12th
Ancient Greece Webquest
The assignment contains 43 questions about the geography, major cities, early civilizations, decline/fall, and legacy of Ancient Greece. Students will use kid-friendly websites to answer the questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *Great lesson plan! *The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; however, please make sure it is password protected. Topics/Key Vocabulary:Geography Aegean SeaMount Olympus Peloponnese Athens Athena Par
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4th - 8th
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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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