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Ancient Greece Webquest
This is a MASSIVE webquest designed for students to learn about Ancient Greece by visiting the BBC Bitesize website, reading information on various topics, and recording answers to prompted questions.
Topics include (one whole page for each!):
-- the Ancient Greeks.
-- the Olympic Games.
-- Living in an Ancient Greek Family.
-- Ancient Greek Gods and Heroes.
-- Ancient Greek Culture.
-- Ancient Greeks at War.
-- Ancient Greeks Changing the World.
This webquest could be administered across mul
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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The Persian Empire | Ancient Civilizations | Digital Learning Pack
The Persian Empire was the greatest empire the world had ever seen. Great leaders like Cyrus the Great and Darius I helped to grow the empire with an innovative ruling style. Give your students the opportunity to examine the different aspects of Persian society that allowed it to thrive with this amazing pack of resources. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Persian Empire" Digital Learning Pack includes:1) Students will first compare the two powerful rulers of Persia, Cyrus the Great
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Early Human Migration | Ancient Civilizations | Digital Learning Pack
As human civilization advanced, early humans began to move around the world. See where these people traveled and the new technology they created in order to survive new climates with this great pack of resources. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "Early Human Migration" Digital Learning Pack includes:1) Students will first use an interactive map to color the migration of humans across the world. Students will use a key to color different regions around the world. Next, students will answ
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Greco-Persian Wars | Digital Learning Pack
Have you been searching for an activity and presentation on the Greco-Persian Wars but can't seem to find what you are looking for. Check out this visually stunning pack that will grab your students attention. Students will see depictions of battles that will help your students get a better understanding of what warfare was like during this era. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "Greco-Persian Wars" Distance Learning Pack includes:A graphic organizer about three major players in the war;
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Foundations of Democracy | Deluxe Unit Activity Bundle
Crusades Research Project
This is a research project for students to conduct as part of learning about the Crusades during the Middle Ages in a World History or World Civilizations class.
Students are assigned (or pick) one of the nine crusades to research and create a multimedia presentation for. Students are given a brief description of each Crusade to help them decide which interests them the most, are given a list of requirements for their presentation, and are provided a rubric for assessment.
Please also note th
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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The Tao of Who? Winnie-the-Pooh Reading Activities - Ancient China Daoism/Taoism
These two activities are a fun way to get students to better understand as well as become interested in the principles of Daoism/Taoism (one of the Leadership Philosophies/Three Schools of Thought that developed in Ancient China). After students have finished reading the excerpt “The Tao of Who?” from the book The Tao of Pooh (Winnie-the-Pooh and friends!) by Benjamin Hoff, they can choose to answer one out of four questions that best fits with their learning style via a Comprehension Menu. Afte
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Confucius: Famous Quotes Activity
Students are given a worksheet with many famous quotes from Confucius. They then have to try and figure out what he is trying to say. Don't worry there is a teacher key that will help you explain the quotes to your students. Quotes like "He who learns but does not think, is lost. He who thinks but does not learn is in great danger." There are 10 quotes in all on the worksheet. This was a really fun activity.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Medieval Manor Project
This project is meant to help students solidify their knowledge of the manor system during the Middle Ages by designing and drawing a poster layout of the system.
Requirements are given on necessary elements to incorporate and a rubric for assessment is included as well.
By purchasing this file, you agree not to make it publicly available (on websites, etc.) or to share with any other teachers. It is intended for classroom use only.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Greek Philosophers | Digital Learning Pack
Do you need an activity to help your students understand the thoughts and ideas of the Greek philosophers that helped to guide future governments. This activity is great for providing a foundation of intellectual thought for your students! Give your students everything they need to fully comprehend the legislative process with this great pack of resources. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "Greek Philosophers" Distance Learning Pack includes:A graphic organizer where students analyze thre
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Foundations of Democracy | Deluxe Unit Activity Bundle
Mankind: The Story of All of Us (Episode 7: New World) Video Guide
This product is an 18 question movie guide that follows episode 7 of Mankind: The Story of All of Us - New World.
The questions go in order. This is an excellent way to hold your students accountable for the viewing of the film.
If you do not own the film, a YouTube link is provided on the worksheet (great for when students are absent).
Episode Description from History Channel:
The Americas develop rapidly as the Aztecs build the biggest city on the planet. On the other side of the
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
PBS Greeks - Crucible of Civilization Video Viewing Questions #1
A set of 20 viewing questions (akin to reading questions) for the PBS video Greeks - Crucible of Civilization, produced in 2000 and narrated by Liam Neeson. These questions cover through the section on Cleisthenes (there is another handout for the rest of the video).
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The First People | Ancient Civilizations | Digital Learning Pack
Early humans emerged thousands of years ago and took many different forms. Help your students organize and understand the changes and advancements that took place over time with this engaging activity. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The First People" Digital Learning Pack includes:1) Students will first define key terms about early man. Terms include; prehistory, hominin, tool, Paleolithic, society and hunter-gatherer. Next, students will compare and contrast four different types of
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Hades Goes to Court for Kidnapping - Small Group Greek Reader's Theater
This is a small group reader's theater for 4 students. It is a short version of the story of how Hades kidnapped Persephone and tricked her into becoming his wife. In the script, Hades is in court accused of kidnapping Persephone and forcing her to live with him in the underworld. Demeter, Zeus, and Persephone are also there. Zeus is serving as the judge even though he is Persephone’s dad. They discuss what Hades did – including the way he tricked Persephone into eating something that ties her f
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
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Latin Ablatives Flow Chart for Identifying Ablative Uses
So many ablatives to keep track of! So many overlapping characteristics! If only there were a process! Now there is. Use this flow chart to make concrete the necessary analysis for identifying ablatives. Divided between those with prepositions and those without, the flow chart takes users through a series of questions or clues that identify ablatives. It of course is not comprehensive nor foolproof (nor is it intended to be) but gives users a basic framework and process for working with ablative
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Africa's Great Civilizations Episodes 5 and 6 (with answer key)
This film guide, will guide students through the fifth and sixth episodes of the PBS series Africa's Great Civilizations. In this series students will learn about the the changes within Africa brought about by the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade and wrapping up with European exploration of the continent including colonization and the impacts of Africa's resources on the people and those attempting to take Africa over with the discovery of gold and diamonds. Each episode is just over 50 minutes making
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
The Phoenicians | Ancient Civilizations | Digital Learning Pack
The Phoenicians flourished in the ancient world due to their ability to travel and trade. They took advantage of their geography to become the hub of trade in ancient Mesopotamia. Give your students the opportunity to examine the different aspects of Phoenician society that allowed it to thrive with this amazing pack of resources. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Phoenicians" Digital Learning Pack includes:1) Students will first examine the different parts of Phoenician Society.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Vikings (2013-2020) Seasons 1-6 Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Vikings" is a historical drama series that aired from 2013 to 2020. It follows the legendary Viking chieftain Ragnar Lothbrok as he rises from a humble farmer to a renowned warrior and leader. Set during the Viking Age, the show explores Ragnar's ambitions to explore new lands, raid across Europe, and establish his legacy. Alongside Ragnar, the series features his family, including his wife Lagertha and his sons, who play significant roles in the Viking community. "Vikings" delves into themes o
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: The Vikings: Movie & Documentary Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Greek Foundations of Democracy | Digital Learning Pack
Are you looking to start a foundational unit on government and need to study the principles of Greek democracy. This activity was designed for a unit on the foundations of democracy and gives students the ability to compare different political philosophies with the trial and error of Greek Democracy. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "Greek Foundations of Democracy" Distance Learning Pack includes:1) A graphic organizer that asks your students to examine the three major players in the fou
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Foundations of Democracy | Deluxe Unit Activity Bundle
Pandora's Box - Small Group Reader's Theater
This is a small group reader's theater for 4 students. It is a Greek legend about how trouble came into the world via Pandora's Box. In the script, Zeus is angry with Prometheus and Epimetheus because they gave man fire. He chains Prometheus to a rock and then makes a plan to punish Epimetheus as well. First he has Hephaestus make him a new daughter and names her Pandora. Then he introduces them to each other and suggests they marry. Epimetheus knows there must be a trap but falls in love. They
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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Renaissance and Reformation Webquest
This a webquest meant to be used during a Renaissance and Reformation unit in a World Civilizations or World History class. Students visit various websites to learn about the effect the black death had on European society, the beginning of the Renaissance and its emphasis on humanism, inventions during the Renaissance, famous paintings from the Renaissance, the events behind the occurrence of the Reformation, and an update about the Reformation 500 years later.Please also note that this webquest
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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300: Rise of an Empire (2014) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Questions with KEY
"300: Rise of an Empire" (2014) is a historical action film directed by Noam Murro, serving as a companion film to Zack Snyder's "300" (2006). The movie follows the Greek general Themistocles as he leads the naval battle against the Persian forces led by the vengeful and ruthless naval commander Artemisia, following the events of the Battle of Thermopylae depicted in the first film. As Themistocles rallies the Greek city-states to unite against the Persian invasion, the film explores the epic na
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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GREEK MYTHOLOGY CARD GAME (ANCIENT GREECE)
GUARANTEED FUN!!
It's played like Gamewright's Rat-A-Tat-Cat game. Once your students play, they will hound you to play again and again. My students choose to play the game outside at recess. Kids come back from previous years to play.
I made 58 colorful game cards chock full of interesting information related to Greek mythology.
I included directions on how to play the classic SPOONS card game as well. They love Spoons. Start collecting old metal spoons. Plastic spoons just aren't the sa
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Spread of Christianity in Roman Empire Activity
This activity has students in groups of 4 (you can also do a group or two of 3 with odd numbers of students). Printing out this file will give you 4, two-page handouts. Each handout is labeled Role 1, Role 2, Role 3, and Role 4. The role-play works like this: the students are acting as early Christian leaders. There are three situations they need to deal with1) 40 CE: converting people to follow Jesus' ideas2) 306 CE: convincing Emperor Constantine to allow Christians freedom 3) 450 CE: convinci
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Middle East History Bundle
The Fall of the Roman Empire (1964):Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocab/Questions
"The Fall of the Roman Empire" is an epic historical film released in 1964. Directed by Anthony Mann, the movie offers a sweeping portrayal of the decline and fall of the Roman Empire during the 4th century AD. The story is set against the backdrop of political intrigue, military conquests, and cultural upheaval, focusing on the power struggles within Rome's ruling elite.The film follows the character of Marcus Aurelius, the philosopher-emperor of Rome, who seeks to pass on leadership to his vir
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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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.
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