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The Egypt Game Novel Study Unit | Comprehension Questions with Activities & Test
This novel study for The Egypt Game, by Zilpha Keatley Snyder, contains 165 pages of resources, including comprehension and vocabulary by chapter, reading response activities, assessments, and more.Focus standards include figurative language, theme, character analysis, plot, and setting.No-prep, predictable, and extremely user-friendly, this literature guide is perfect for whole class, small group, or independent study.♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included with
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: The Egypt Game and Hoot Novel Study Bundle
Earth Day Activities We Are Water Protectors Read Aloud Native American History
Engage your students in a rigorous interactive read aloud with the book We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom. Students will love the read aloud and be able to apply their knowledge in the extension activities and writing prompts centered around the book's theme of water conservation.Get all current interactive read alouds H A L F off with the Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle! All future IRAs will be added for F R E E ! The We Are Water Protectors Interactive Read Aloud and Activi
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K - 2nd
Miss Rumphius Activities and Book Companion For Spring and Earth Day
Miss Rumphius is one of my favorite picture books to read to my class during the spring months. It’s also a wonderful book to use in our Earth Day activities. This Miss Rumphius Literature Guide and included activities are a great way to get your students excited about critical thinking while exploring story details. With sequencing activities, sorting facts vs opinions, a character map, vocabulary activities, and more, your students will dig deep into the story of Miss Rumphius and her beautifu
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2nd - 4th
DINOSAURS BEFORE DARK: Magic Tree House #1 Book Companion
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MAGIC TREE HOUSE BUNDLE: Books 1-4
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This product is a book companion to be used with the Magic Tree House Book (#1) DINOSAURS BEFORE DARK by Mary Pope Osborne. In the book, Jack and Annie travel back to Prehistoric Times where they learn about dinosaurs! This book would be perfect for use with a Dinosaur Unit!!
These books are a HIT and offer themselves to tons of
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1st - 5th
Also included in: Magic Tree House Book Companion BUNDLE Books 1-4
Last Week of School Reading Activities Social Studies Projects End the Year Fun
Grab these Greek mythology readers theater scripts for your class! Practicing reader’s theater scripts is a fun way to build reading fluency! When the scripts incorporate gods and goddesses from ancient Greece and play out famous Greek myths this practice becomes interdisciplinary combining reading fluency, vocabulary, public speaking, and social studies. FANTASTIC end of the year project or addition to any reading curriculum!!Included in this resource: ~ FOUR Greek Myths Reader’s Theater Script
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: Readers Theater Scripts Fables Folktales Fairy Tales Myths and Legends
Apple Letter and Number Clips-Fine Motor
Work on those fine motor skills, letters and numbers with these Apple themed clips. Grab your clips or cover with pom poms when you say a letter or number.This includes:*Capital and lower-case letter clips*Beginning letter sound clips*0-9 number clips*In ABC order and number order and mixed up*Beginning sounds are in ABC order and mixed up*Comes in color and black and whitePlease let me know if you have any questions, I am always here to help. Thank you for your support and I would love it if yo
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PreK - 1st
Also included in: Letter and Number Clip Bundle-Fine Motor
April Read Alouds Interactive Read Aloud Activities Earth Day Spring Crafts
Engage your students in rigorous interactive read alouds throughout the month of April with the books The Bad Seed, Too Many Carrots, Wolfie the Bunny, Tidy, Yoko, Miss Nelson is Missing, We Are Water Protectors, You Will Be My Friend!, and The Sour Grape. Students will love the interactive format of the read alouds and be able to apply their knowledge in the extension activities and writing prompts centered around each book's unique theme. Get all current interactive read alouds H A L F off
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K - 2nd
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Worm: No-Prep Book Companion
Love the Old Lady books but don’t have time to prep accompanying activities? Look no further than the There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Worm Printables Pack. Celebrate Earth Day with our favorite old lady! This pack targets a variety of literacy, language and listening skills. Simply, print the black and white pages, and you’re ready to go! Activities include:1. Sequencing- Cut and paste pictures in story order2. Comprehension- Circle the items the old lady swallowed in the book3. Ret
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K - 3rd
Boy of the Painted Cave Novel Study Unit - Comprehension | Activities | Tests
This novel study for Boy of the Painted Cave, by Justin Denzel, contains 116 pages of resources, including comprehension and vocabulary by chapter, reading response activities, assessments, and more.Focus standards include figurative language, theme, character analysis, plot, and setting.No-prep, predictable, and extremely user-friendly, this literature guide is perfect for whole class, small group, or independent study. ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included wit
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3rd - 6th
Earth Day NO PREP Speech and Language Activities for Engaging Therapy Sessions
This NO PREP download includes 42 pages of fun activities to use in your therapy room for Earth Day...OR MAKE EVERYDAY Earth Day! Use this download to teach about being green/recycling AND to work on articulation and phonological awareness etc. throughout the year! WHAT DO I GET? ♻️ 3 coloring/art pages that coordinate with the teaching materials/lessons.♻️ 2 pages of teaching materials to use for teaching about the 3 Rs (reduce, reuse, and recycle) containing child-friendly language and practic
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K - 6th
Earth Day Emergent Reader
Your students will enjoy reading this Earth Day Themed emergent reader. Every page starts with "We love the..."You could have your students circle or highlight their sight words.This reader is intended to be printed two per books page and double sized.
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PreK - 1st
I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 Mega Pack
Create an explosion of reading excitement with the "I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79" Mega Pack! This novel is written for a fourth grade reading level but could easily be used in grades 3-5, and with advanced 2nd grade readers.
This product download includes:
Reading Comprehension Chapters 1-4
Quiz Chapters 1-4
Reading Comprehension Chapters 5-7
Quiz Chapters 5-7
Reading Comprehension Chapters 8-10
Quiz Chapters 8-10
Reading Comprehension Chapters 11-16
Quiz Chapters 11-16
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2nd - 5th
The Scarlet Stockings Spy {Unit ONLY}
The Scarlet Stockings Spy is a wonderful Historical Fiction picture book to use in your classroom when you teach the American Revolution or Literary skills.I have created a five day suggest lesson plan with everything you need except for the book and one other American Revolution historical fiction text.I covered RL.3 & RL. 6 using this text.In this bundle you will find:Vocabulary Cards (18 words)Student Vocabulary bookHistorical Fiction SheetCharacter Traits SheetCharacter Traits graphic or
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3rd - 6th
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MUMMIES IN THE MORNING: Magic Tree House #3 Book Companion
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MAGIC TREE HOUSE BUNDLE: Books 1-4
This product is a book companion to be used with the Magic Tree House Book (#3) Mummies in the Morning by Mary Pope Osborne. In the book, Jack and Annie travel back to Ancient Egypt, where they encounter a ghost-queen, a mummy, mirages, and much more!
These books are a HIT and offer themselves to tons of teaching topics! Great for the whole class or for literature circles!
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1st - 5th
Also included in: Magic Tree House Book Companion BUNDLE Books 1-4
THE KNIGHT AT DAWN: Magic Tree House #2 Book Companion
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MAGIC TREE HOUSE BUNDLE: Books 1-4
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This product is a book companion to be used with the Magic Tree House Book (#2) The Knight at Dawn by Mary Pope Osborne. In the book, Jack and Annie travel back to Medieval Times, where they encounter a party at a castle, guards, a crocodile filled moat, a KNIGHT and much more!
These books are a HIT and offer themselves to tons
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1st - 5th
Also included in: Magic Tree House Book Companion BUNDLE Books 1-4
Magic Tree House Fact Tracker: Ancient Greece and the Olympics Book Study
* Follows Common Core Standards *Magic Tree House Fact Tracker: Ancient Greece and the Olympics Book StudyThis 24-page book study (a total 49 pages including answer key) walks students through the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker. Students will be taking notes, answering open-ended questions, summarizing, visualizing, and using the cloze method. Students will be practicing a variety of reading comprehension skills and strategies.This packet assisted my students greatly in comprehending what they we
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2nd - 4th
Greek Mythology Coloring Posters - Gods & Heroes Coloring Pages - SimpleLitColor
Greek gods! Greek heroes! Greek mythology characters! Each is a poster (10"x 15") that can be printed on 11"x17" paper or two 8.5"x11" sheets taped together. This Greek myth resource includes the 12 Olympians, 10 Greek heroes, and 12 other Greek gods and characters.This download includes 34 coloring posters for the following characters:AchillesAphroditeApolloArachneAresArtemisAtalantaAthenaBellerophonDaedalusDemeterDionysusErosHadesHelen of Troy HephaestusHeraHerculesHermesHestiaIcharusJasonMela
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2nd - 5th
Who Was King Tut? | 13-Day NO PREP Unit Study | Lesson Plan, Quizzes, Activities
Need an engaging way to introduce your students to King Tut? Look no further than this 170+ page 13-day NO PREP Who Was King Tut? book companion and research project!Perfect for upper elementary teachers and homeschoolers alike, this resource covers every aspect of King Tut's life—from birth to death and beyond—through cross-curricular activities. Each day's lesson plan appeals to different types of learners: curated videos (visual and auditory), reading passages (reading), comprehension quizzes
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3rd - 5th
SL Greek Myths and Stories Bundle – Curriculum & Games – Greek Gods & Heroes
Save 30% when you purchase curricula and games for select Greek myths and stories as a bundle! Students can learn more about:Greek GodsThe 12 OlympiansGreek & Roman IdiomsMonsters From Greek MythsReading passages and rebuses with curriculum include: An Achilles Heel Between Scylla and CharybdisDamon and Pythias The Golden Touch One Hundred Lyrics - "No. 39" (Greek poem)Pandora's Box The Sphinx's Riddle The Sword of Damocles The Trojan Horse Wonderful Weaver Greek Myths and Stories Bundle –
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3rd - 6th
Judy Moody Saves the World Literature Study
Activities included in this 21-page literature study of Judy Moody Saves the World:
chapter title connections
chapter reflections
character perspectives
cause & effect
text evidence
character map
summarizing
. . . and more!
Check out these other Judy Moody Literature Studies!
Judy Moody was in a Mood
Judy Moode Declares Independence
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2nd - 4th
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Mini-Guide for Middlers: The Bronze Bow Interactive
This is a two-week literature study for the book titled The Bronze Bow, by Elizabeth George Speare. It is set in the time of Jesus: Daniel changes after his encounters with Jesus. The mini-guide for The Bronze Bow includes*: vocabulary words and exercisesdiscussion questionsreading activities – Students will: create a character web, compile a list, compare/contrast, debate, and fill in a chart. Students will learn about: idiom, allusions, theme, syllogism, similes, effective writing, plants,
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6th - 9th
Earth Day Activities Spanish Dia de la Tierra Medio Ambiente Worksheets
Earth Day, El Día de la Tierra, Math and Language Arts worksheets are perfect for Spanish speaking Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade students review math concepts such as skip counting, addition and subtraction, and language arts grammar and writing prompts about the medio ambiente Earth Day theme. This no prep packet is perfect for sub plans, centers or homework![ T A R G E T • S T U D E N T ]-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This pac
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K - 2nd
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The Golden Bull (YA Novel) Ancient Mesopotamia Chapter Questions & Answer Key
45+ PAGES OF QUESTIONS and ANSWERS! This resources includes nearly 90 chronological chapter comprehension questions for all chapters of Marjorie Crowley's historical fiction novel The Golden Bull. Each chapter includes an extension question and critical analysis question. A superb novel guide to supplement as you read this Young Adult Novel set in ancient Mesopotamia. A great way to foster deep, meaningful discussions with your middle-school readers! Great to use as a quick check-in in class or
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6th - 9th
Magic Tree House #16 Bundle: Hour of the Olympics + Ancient Greece Fact Tracker
Transport your students to the ancient arenas with our immersive novel study on Magic Tree House #16: Hour of the Olympics. And don't stop at the finish line! Dive deeper into history with the enlightening Ancient Greece & the Olympics Fact Tracker. This bundle seamlessly blends Jack and Annie's athletic adventures with the rich tapestry of Ancient Greek civilization and Olympic traditions. With interactive reading sessions, activities, and a dash of Olympic spirit, it's perfect for educator
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2nd - 4th
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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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