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Martin Luther King Day ancient history bibliographies
Famous African Americans Inventors and Scientists STEM Pack Black History Month
Highlight African Americans in STEM fields. Each one-page biography features a black American and comes with 5 comprehension questions. Perfect for Black History month and Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations in your middle school classroom.By middle school most students have already heard about the most commonly celebrated African American inventors and others in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, mathematics). This set is designed to introduce students to black women and men
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6th - 8th
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Civil Rights Leaders Activity: Civil Rights Activists Biographies Activity
Civil Rights Heroes Activity is perfect activity to add to your Civil Rights Movement Unit. In this activity, students summarize and present to the class the achievements and the historical significance of 11 civil rights activists during the Civil Rights era. Biographies of each leader is provided along with instructions, and a full size portrait of each. No outside sources are needed for this assignment. Everything is included. Works great with stations!Biographies include: Dr. Martin Luther K
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
Martin Luther King, Jr. in Spanish
En esta unidad, sus alumnos aprenderán sobre MartÃn Luther King, hijo. IncluÃdo, está todo lo necesario para que completen un portafolio sobre el Dr. King. Contiene:1. 2 niveles de lectura sobre MartÃn Luther King, hijo2. Página de comprensión3. LÃnea cronológica4. Gráfica organizadora5. Páginas de escritura6. Página de reporteSi te gusta esta unidad del Dr. King, visita mi tienda y encontrarás todo un paquete sobre la historia afroamericana con 10 personajes históricas de los Estados Unidos. Es
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1st - 4th
MLK Martin Luther King Jr. (Spanish Reading Comprehension Informational text)
This is a Spanish unit on Martin Luther King, Jr, which includes a writing piece and an art project. CCSS aligned. Informational text includes TEXT DEPENDENT QUESTIONS, an exercise to identify key, important facts in a text and providing details to support a main idea. This is NOT A TRANSLATING PIECE. It is purely Spanish. Perfect for Dual Language Immersion classrooms or any upper grade Spanish class.Teaching online? Use it in Google Slides. Just add text boxes.Teaching face to face, or hy
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3rd - 12th
Black History Month Famous People Bundle
This Bundle at this time includes 7 sets - Each set includes 12 clip art images in color and 12 in black and white. *one set includes 11) Also included is a paper bag puppet template of Martin Luther King Jr. As well as a Rosa Parks paper bag, puppet. All of the clip art images are 300 dpi and you can use them in your own products for resale.I do ask that you not resell them as clip art since that is what I do or paper bag puppet or use as a free product. These are great for coloring pages to
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Not Grade Specific
Black History Research Report Project with Quote Cards
This is the perfect project for your students to correctly write a biographical research essay. This resource can not only be used in February (during Black History month) but any time of the year.
Students will love researching an important historical figure and showing the class what they have learned.
Students can use the fact cards to learn about some of the most important African Americans in history to help them decide who they would like to research. Or, you could cut the cards out and
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3rd - 6th
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End of Year - A to Z Historical Figures Book, Research, Oral Skills. NO PREP REQ
This END OF YEAR, CULMINATING PROJECT, teaches students: INCREASED LITERACY through writing and building vocabulary RESEARCH & CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS through information gathering and selectionCREATIVITY through design and layoutORGANIZATION through planning and executing a consistent structurePRESENTATION SKILLS through presenting the final product to the class (use my Presentation Skills product to help teach these skills) ABSOLUTELY NO PREP REQUIRED! OVERVIEW: Students create an A to
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5th - 12th
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African American Trailblazers(Bundle of SIX Famous African American)
This bundle contains six of my Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show format Reader's Theater Scripts. The bundle includes Bessie Coleman, Tuskegee Airmen, Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King and George Washington Carver.Each play has the "guest" visiting Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show and audience questioners asking the guest questions about their life and accomplishments. The plays include a Did You Know? of factoids, comprehension questions, a teacher page with extension activities and the key.Gr
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4th - 8th
Motivation Magic: Achieve Anything
"Motivation Magic: Achieve Anything" Embark on a captivating journey of self-discovery and transformation with "Motivation Magic: Achieve Anything." In this compelling book, the enchanting world of motivation comes to life, revealing the keys to unlocking your true potential. Discover the significance of your "why" and how it ignites the flames of motivation within you. Explore the art of setting SMART goals that will propel you toward your dreams with unwavering focu
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Not Grade Specific
Black History Month Leaders / African American History Month,Biography
Black History Month celebrates the achievements and contributions of African Americans to U.S. history and culture. There are many heroes and figures who have made significant contributions in various fields, such as politics, civil rights, science, literature, and the arts. Some notable figures who are often recognized during Black History Month include: Martin Luther King JrMalcolm X - Harriet Tubman - W.E.B. Du Bois - Rosa Parks - Frederick DouglassMaya Angelou - Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela - B
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2nd - 8th
Persian Empire Twitter Fight - Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Interactive
Engage middle and high school students in learning about the Persian Empire's notable rulers, Cyrus and Darius, through a creative and interactive activity that simulates a modern-day Twitter argument. Students collaborate while using critical thinking skills. THE OBJECTIVE is to create a simulated Twitter fight between Cyrus the Great and Darius the Great. GRADING RUBRIC is included and is editable!PRE-ACTIVITY enclosed! To help students prepare for this activity, a pre-activity about Cyrus and
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4th - 12th
Ramses the Great, Pharaoh of Ancient Egypt: A Reading Passage
This resource meets the TpT guidelines. Have students learn about Ramses the Great, pharaoh of ancient Egypt with this reading passage. Additional, there are several Did You Know? facts and comprehension questions. The teacher page gives additional links and the key. This could be used as a homework assignment, enrichment or as a bell ringer activity during a study on the area of Ancient Egypt.This resource is part of my new series, "Let's Meet..." famous people in ancient history. Current time
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5th - 9th
Also included in:Â Ancient Egyptians: A Bundle of Resources!(Ancient Egyptians)
Phoenicians, A Bundle of Resources!
Phoenician Bundle includes:1. Mini Unit on the Phoenicians2. Review Secret Message Activity3. Reading on Hannibal, Carthage General during Punic Wars4. Reading on Hanno, Phoenician Sea Explorer5. Purple GameNEW 2021:(NOT in the bundle)If you are studying the Phoenicians, this webquest will be a positive addition as an introduction/review to the first sea traders of the ancient world. The Phoenicians developed an alphabet which they shared to other cultures in their travels around the Mediterrane
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5th - 9th
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Martin Luther King Story & Activities Gr. 3-5
This resource will help you introduce Martin Luther King, Jr. to your students for his birthday or for Black History Month. This resource includes a easy to read story mini-book, vocabulary discussion words, word search activity (2 levels), writing pages, reading comprehension pages (2 levels) and coloring pages.This resource will help your students understand Martin Luther King and his fight for civil rights and justice for all.Included in this packet are the following elements:•Common Core Sta
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3rd - 6th
Also included in:Â Black History Month Big Bundle
Martin Luther King Story & Activities Gr. K-2
This resource will help you introduce Martin Luther King, Jr. to your students for his birthday or for Black History Month. This resource includes a easy to read story mini-book, vocabulary discussion words, word search activity (2 levels), writing pages, reading comprehension pages (2 levels) and coloring pages.This resource will help your students understand Martin Luther King and his fight for civil rights and justice for all.Included in this packet are the following elements:•Common Core Sta
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K - 3rd
Also included in:Â Black History Month Big Bundle
Martin Luther King, Jr. PowerPoint Presentation
Help students learn about Martin Luther King, Jr. and deepen their understanding of other cultures. When students learn about others, they develop an appreciation for history. This helps them make text to world connections in the future. Introduce Matin Luther King, Jr. to your students for his birthday or for Black History MonthThis Power Point includes 28 visual appealing slides perfect for any classroom! The presentation is filled with colorful visuals and details for children grades 1-5 or
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1st - 4th
Also included in:Â Black History Month Big Bundle
Biographies Bundle: Explore the Lives of Historical & Fictional Characters
Dive into the fascinating world of biographies with this comprehensive Biographies Bundle! Tailored for children aged 7-11, this bundle offers engaging and educational resources to help young learners explore the lives of significant historical figures and beloved fictional characters. Ideal for teachers and homeschooling parents, this bundle provides a rich variety of materials to spark curiosity and enhance reading comprehension.Included Resources:Harry Potter Character BiographiesDiscover the
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Black History Month Biography Bulletin Board Project: Posters & Activities
Black History Month Biography Bulletin Board Project: Illuminate the Past, Inspire the Future! Engage your students with the rich history and accomplishments of iconic figures through our Black History Month Biography Bulletin Board Project. This comprehensive set includes captivating posters and interactive activities for 20 influential personalities who have shaped the course of history.Included Figures:Martin Luther King Jr.Rosa ParksMalcolm XNelson MandelaMaya AngelouBarack ObamaFrederick Do
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3rd - 10th
Black History Month Vol. 5 Famous People
Hand drawn set of 12 color images and 12 black and white portraits for Black History Month, Famous People Vol. 5Introduce your students to visual portraits of some of America's most important people in not only Black History but in our society as a whole!These are great for coloring pages, flashcards, bulletin board decor, etc.The following people are included in this set:Bessie ColemanMadam CJ WalkerIda B. WellsMary Ann Shadd CaryKatherine JohnsonDr. Mae JemisonCoretta Scott KingJohn LewisShirl
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Not Grade Specific
Also included in:Â Black History Month Famous People Bundle
Black History Month biography bulletin board posters -36 famous african american
Creating Black History Month biography bulletin board posters featuring 36 famous African Americans can be a fun and educational project. Here's a simple description:"Explore Black History Month with our bulletin board showcasing 36 influential African Americans. Each poster celebrates a remarkable individual, from civil rights leaders to artists, athletes, and scientists. Learn about their achievements, contributions, and impact on history. Colorful visuals and concise facts make this display b
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K - 7th
Martin Luther King Jr Digital eBook Read Aloud Interactive Fun Engaging MLK Day
Stop searching online for Martin Luther King Jr. read alouds that your students don't pay much attention to anyway... Try an interactive ebook to help young learners engage with the story and have opportunities to discuss their opinions, and challenge what is fair vs. unfair. The story of Martin Luther King Jr. is an extensive one and it can be extremely hard to narrow down all that we can learn from his life into a short picture book! But of course, on TPT you are able to find exactly what you
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PreK - 1st
Label Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Character Traits Plus Writing Pages! FREE
After learning about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., have your students label the picture of the Character Traits he portrayed.
This is just a sample of my full product Labeling Famous Americans with Character Traits! which includes 78 Character Trait Vocabulary (or word wall) cards and a mini poster that your students can reference. It also comes with 30 Famous Americans for your students to label throughout the year. It's a great extension or enrichment activity for your students.
If you lik
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1st - 5th
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Hanno: Phoenician Sea Explorer:Reading Passage
This resource is part of my new series, "Let's Meet..." famous people in ancient history. With this biographical reading passage, students will learn about Hanno, the famous Phoenician sea explorer. There is a Did You Know? section, comprehension questions, map activity and a teacher page with extensions and links and the key.My Let's Meet... series is growing. Currently, I also have the following in the series:Hatshepsut, Ramses, Socrates, Hammurabi , Alexander the Great and Aesop, Hypatia(Fema
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5th - 9th
Also included in:Â Phoenicians, A Bundle of Resources!
Martyr Madness Activity
In this activity, students will research a martyr from the early Church. Students will then create a dynamic, enthusiastic presentation convincing their classmates as to why their assigned martyr deserves to win the Martyr Madness tournament.
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6th - 12th
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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.
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