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11th grade ancient history resources for Microsoft Word
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
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
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 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
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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8th - 12th
DBQ - Early Christianity in the Roman Empire
This entirely original DBQ includes 11 documents with analysis questions for students, along with a thorough teacher answer key. Documents are from carefully selected primary source excerpts, maps, images, and secondary source excerpts. This information covers:- the role of the Roman state religion, polytheism, and emperor worship- the fundamental teachings and values of Christianity- persecution of early Christians and why Christianity was threatening to Rome- how and why Christianity spread
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8th - 11th
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Neolithic (Agricultural) Revolution Cause and Effect Activity
The primary goal for the student is to understand the impacts of the Agricultural Revolution on the development of civilizations and human life. To achieve this goal students will identify the causes of the Agricultural (Neolithic) Revolution and the effects that resulted.  Next the students will examine two effects in closer detail. Then they will demonstrate their learning by composing a paragraph answering the essential question: “How did the events of the Agricultural Revolution impact devel
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6th - 12th
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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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Land Bridge Theory of Migration: Asia to North America: Reading Passages
Students will be able to understand the effects of the ice age on the levels of the oceans waters, identify the Bering Strait, and understand that a land bridge between Asia and North America existed at the Bering Strait. Maps of these routes are included throughout the lesson.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!ContinentsGeography Unit Bundle: Earth, Pangea, North & South America, Asia, Arctic, PolesLand Bridge The
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7th - 12th
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The Fall of Ancient Rome & the Roman Empire: Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will explore the different contributing factors that led to the Fall of the Roman Empire. Students will examine the causes and ultimate effects that led, over to, the decline of the worlds strongest and most influential empire.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics in Ancient Rome - Mini-Unit of 8 LessonsAncient Rome Unit - Bundle of 16 LessonsAncient Rome Mini-Unit: Coloss
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Informational Text - Ancient Rome: The Pax Romana (No Prep)
A reading assignment about the great period of peace in Ancient Rome, the Pax Romana. A great way to introduce the subject. The reading comes from a really great website, ushistory.org, under their free textbook tab. The information presented is theirs, I made up the questions. This can be done as a web quest assignment using the site. Perfect as a supplement, or if you don't have a textbook! Also great as a Sub Assignment. MS Word for easy editing.
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in:Â Crash Course World History Mini Bundle: #10: The Roman Empire or Republic?
Introduction to Ancient Greece- Geography, Minoans & Mycenaeans, & Homer's Epics
This mini bundle of three lessons introduces students to Ancient Greece so they can fully understand the importance of: its geographic location, the two early civilizations that developed there (as forerunners, their achievements influenced later Greek society), and Homer's two great epic poems that reveal details about Greek culture. All of this helps the teacher lay a foundation before diving into the rise of Greek city-states during later lessons.
It includes portions of fill-in-the-blank n
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9th - 12th
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Informational Reading Text - Ancient Africa Bundle (No Prep Sub Plans)
A bundle of 8 assignments about the ancient civilizations of Africa, the culture, the leaders, and the rise and fall of these kingdoms. See the preview slide for a complete listing.Supplemental Assignments:"10 Key Historical Topics" assignment that can be used as an end of the unit project, assessment, or as a research project to introduce your unitA crossword puzzle based on terms from the readings.A venn diagram/comparison chart to compare empiresA great way to introduce the subject. The readi
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7th - 12th
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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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Daily Life in Ancient Rome: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Students will build questioning skills by thinking about what daily life was like in Rome. Students will also understand how Romans lived in the city versus in the country. Students will also read a mock article written from the point of view of a newspaper writer living in ancient Rome.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics in Ancient Rome - Mini-Unit of 8 LessonsAncient Rome Unit
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6th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
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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The Four Governments of Ancient Greece: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lessons students will learn about the four governments of ancient Greece (monarchy, oligarchy, tyranny, democracy). Students will read a text about each type of government, and will then record the findings (who had the power, the positives and negatives, etc.), on a graphic organizer.--> 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 LessonsAncient Greece and Ancient Rome
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
This Day in History - March 15: The Ides of March: Caesar is Murdered
This is an informational reading article about the murder of Julius Caesar. This is a perfect assignment to use as a "Bell Ringer" or "5 Minute Reading/Writing" type of activity. It also works well as a substitute teaching assignment or extra credit. The information is from the History Channel's website, the questions are mine. Can also be used as a web quest using the history.com website. MS Word doc for easy editing.
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6th - 12th
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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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Info Reading Text/Vocab Activity - The Egyptian Pyramids (no prep/sub plans)
An informational text article and vocab activity about the pyramids of ancient Egypt. The information is from history.com, the questions are mine. A great supplement, fill in, or substitute teaching plan anytime! MS Word doc for easy editing.
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Anytime Sub Plans - Bundle #2: Save $6! (no prep)
Ancient India Test - Hinduism, Buddhism, Geography, Beliefs
This is a comprehensive test that includes material on Hinduism, Buddhism, the Caste System, Geography, the Taj Mahal, the Eightfold Path and one Hindu story with multiple choice questions.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient India and Ancient China Units - Bundle of 48 LessonsAncient India Mini-Unit: Gandhi, Taj Mahal, Ganges River, Geography, Hanum
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Roman Republic vs U.S. Government Activity Sheet
Worksheet comparing the government of the Roman Republic to the U.S. government today. Excellent for class lesson or review.
Grades:
6th - 12th
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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.
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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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