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7th grade ancient history Common Core CCRA.L.1 resources
ANCIENT ROME: World History Travel Brochure Research Summary Project
Have you ever wanted to take your class to Ancient Rome? Now you can without spending a dime! On this virtual field trip, students will become the travel guides. Through summaries and pictures, students will create a travel brochure that highlights 10 major locations of the Ancient Roman Empire. This creative project includes writing, research, and graphic design. What's Included:Student instructions to help explain all aspects of the projectA map of the Roman Empire to locate each stop of th
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5th - 12th
Three Antigone Projects: Antigone the Musical, Antigone Disney-style, and Essay
Looking for a fun way to wrap up your study of the ancient Greek tragedy Antigone by Sophocles? This creative project gives students three different ways to analyze the play--either humorously or seriously. Two options allow students to harness their artistic and creative talents, while the third focuses mainly on writing.Option 1: Antigone! the Musical Create a musical film version of Antigone starring modern actors. Using the provided instructions and worksheet, students cast their film by pa
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7th - 12th
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Growing Greek Mythology Mega Bundle
This bundle includes all (currently 45 products!) of my best-selling Greek Mythology Resources!!! This is a growing bundle so any NEW Greek Mythology additions you get for free as I add them!!!☆☆☆ SAVE 30% by buying the bundle!☆☆☆ ❋❋ 662 pages of material ❋❋❋Click on the previews below to see all the products!What is Mythology Lesson PlanCollaborative Vocabulary Activity that helps students understand what a Myth isIncludes lesson plan, myths, student notes, instructional strategies and resour
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6th - 12th
Ancient Egypt Project Based Learning with Easel Activity Digital and Printable
This Ancient Egypt project allows students to choose from a list of 21 different choices to research! Includes teacher directions, student directions, Egypt Project Requirements (one hundred point checklist), project idea list, project choice sheet (students choose their top four choices), topic assignment sheet (teacher assigns project to student from their choices), bibliography example sheet, and a peer review sheet for the research paper and for an oral presentation. Students can research to
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4th - 7th
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Medieval Feudal Japan Map & Reading Activity Geography
Are you looking for a no prep lesson to introduce Japan? Then use this mapping, reading & writing activity! Let your students label important locations, regions & the spread of ideas & Buddhism then read a passage & answer questions about geography & the spread of religion & ideas.What you get!Instructions provide ideas for a successful lessonPDF Map Activity with reference mapsReading and Writing Activity with word bankExample MapGoogle Slides Presentation - Objective an
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6th - 7th
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Also included in: Ancient and World History Map Activities BUNDLE
Greek Mythology Historical Investigation | Reading - Digital Version
Greek Mythology is easily one of the most popular units of study for middle schoolers. Who doesn’t love stories of heroes, goddesses, conquests, and villains? With such a fun and interesting unit, why not make it even more interactive with a webquest? This investigation is a great way for teachers to let students take the lead and discover all there is to learn about a topic, such as Greek Mythology. It is a great way for teachers to challenge learners, but guide them in the right direction by p
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6th - 8th
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The Story of the World Vol.1 [Ancient World] Workbook
Enhance Your History Lessons with the "Story of the World" Companion WorkbookDive deeper into history with our comprehensive workbook designed to complement Susan Bauer's "Story of the World." This meticulously crafted 338-page resource is ideal for teachers and homeschoolers looking to enrich their students' understanding of world history through engaging and educational activities.Workbook Features:Structured Learning: Each of the 42 chapters corresponds with a chapter from "Story of the World
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4th - 12th
World History 1 Bundle: Full Year/Semester Worth of Lessons, Projects, PPs..
Step into a semester-long journey through the annals of early world history with our comprehensive bundle, spanning from the cradle of civilization in Mesopotamia to the intellectual fervor of the Renaissance. With 37 meticulously curated lessons, PowerPoints, activities, worksheets, and projects totaling over 300 pages, this bundle is the ultimate resource for educators looking to engage their students in an immersive exploration of ancient civilizations and pivotal historical periods.From the
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Ancient History Mega Bundle of Timeline Display and Sorting Activities
Eight great timeline, display, research and sorting activities that are perfect for introducing students to some of the key events the following ancient civilizations:Ancient RomeAncient EgyptAncient GreeceAncient MesopotamiaAncient IndiaAncient ChinaAncient Persia The Ancient Hebrews. Great for class work, distance learning or home schooling. Each of the eight individual resources includes posters or task cards that timeline the key events and periods from the ancient civilizations.The timeline
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3rd - 7th
Ancient Egypt: Religious Beliefs about Death and the Afterlife BUNDLE
Make ancient Egypt come alive for your students. Using colorful illustrations, illustrated stories, fun quizzes, and hands on activities allow your students to discover how ancient Egyptian religious beliefs influenced their burial practices.Recognizing a Pharaoh is a FREE 8-slide introduction on Egyptian rulers. It covers the 1st ruler who joined Upper and Lower Egypt into one country and how using both political symbols and religion cemented the legitimacy of both his and all the other future
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6th - 8th
l Lesson BUNDLE Greek Mythology l Heroes, Gods, and Monsters of the Greek Myths
Lesson Plans for the novel “Heroes, Gods, and Monsters of the Greek Myths" by Bernard Evslin. This bundle will guide students through the novel with Notes, Plays, Graphic Organizers, and Quizzes. In addition, there are extra creative assignments - including fun, engaging writing and a poster assignment. What's Included:Cornell Notes InfoCreative Projects and Writing AssignmentsGod and Goddess Cheat Sheet and Quiz with Answer KeyPoster AssignmentsNature Myth OrganizerHero Stories PlaysFable Not
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6th - 10th
Ancient History Timeline Display and Sorting Activity Bundle
Four great display, research and sorting activities that are perfect for introducing students to some of the key events of Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece, Ancient Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt. Great for class work, distance learning or home schooling. Each of the four individual resources includes posters or task cards that timeline the key events and periods from the ancient civilizations.The research and sorting activities are differentiated into two levels: with dates and without dates. Lower
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3rd - 7th
History of Ancient/Medieval Japan: Beauty & Fashion Trends in the Heian Period
Looking for engaging lessons on the Heian Period of Medieval Japan? Look no further!This set of 11-page Medieval/Feudal Japan worksheets for the history classroom explores the Beauty and Fashion Trends of Medieval Japan during the Heian Era. Just seeing the picture of a Japanese woman with painted black is enough to catch the attention of any middle school or high school history student!Analyzing the beauty and fashion trends in Medieval Japan during the Heian Era is a great way to teach about J
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7th - 10th
Julius Caesar World History Worksheet: An Ancient Rome History Skit w/ Bonus Qs
Looking for a Julius Caesar or Ancient Rome Activity that will engage your students? Want a lesson that is as easy as printing a no-prep World History worksheet, but offers high engagement and student buy-in? Look no further; I have exactly what you need to get your class excited about Julius Caesar and the Roman Empire.This Instagram Live! Q & A skit on Julius Caesar is a real hit in my history classroom. It comes in two DIFFERENTIATED versions and is NO PREP to save you time, stress and mo
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6th - 10th
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Ancient Greek City-State Presentations
In this highly engaging lesson students will research an ancient Greek-City State for a group presentation to the class.Included in this resource:Resources pagePresentation RequirementsPresentation RubricAudience Note Taking SheetAll materials will be provided in both PDF and Google Docs formats.Please message me with any questions or concerns.
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5th - 8th
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Four Empires of Mesopotamia Powersheets
The four empires of Mesopotamia is a fascinating subject to teach. The Akkadians, Babylonians, Assyrians, and Neo-Babylonians were civilizations that thrived during ancient times. Each empire accomplished something great: a unified law, military strategy, elevated arts and culture, and much more. Students will use the TCI History Alive: The Ancient World textbooks to carefully read about each empire and complete the powersheets in order to demonstrate their understanding of the text and the cont
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5th - 7th
Ancient Egypt bilingual worksheets for ESL grades 6-12
Are your middle school and high school ESL students learning about ancient civilizations? Do you need a way to support for MLs in their Social Studies classes? Or do you need a no-prep resource about ancient Egypt, mummies, and King Tut with bilingual, English-Spanish, instructions and vocabulary? Look no further!! This resource has everything you need to teach, support, and assess understanding of the ancient Egyptian society, its religious practices and the mysteries surrounding King Tut's dea
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6th - 12th
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Ancient Egypt Self-Directed Term Research Project
This is a term project that offers students choices in which assignment questions to research. Each topic offers a variety of research questions that appeal to multiple intelligences and ability levels. The assignment covers the aspects of ancient Egyptian life including Trade, Transportation, and the Nile, Daily Life, Art and Architecture, and Religion. By the end of the term, students will have covered the unit requirements for the study of ancient Egypt. Students work independently in class a
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5th - 10th
Mesopotamia and the Fertile Crescent bilingual worksheets for ESL grades 6-12
Are your middle school and high school ESL students learning about ancient civilizations? Do you need a way to support for MLs in their Social Studies classes? Or do you need a no-prep resource about Mesopotamia and the Fertile Crescent with bilingual, English-Spanish, instructions and vocabulary? Look no further!! This resource has everything you need to teach, support, and assess understanding of the origins of human civilization in ancient Mesopotamia--designed specifically for Spanish-speaki
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6th - 12th
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Ancient Athenian vs. Roman Democracy: Compare and Contrast Rome and Athens DBQ
Upon reading the article and engaging with the provided questions, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the contrasting features and nuances of Ancient Athenian and Roman democracies. They will delve into the origins, development, and mechanisms of governance in these two seminal civilizations, exploring how historical, social, and philosophical factors shaped their respective democratic systems.Students will learn about Cleisthenes' visionary reforms in Athens, which transformed
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Aristotle Research Activity and Script Writing Project for Middle/High History
Aristotle is argued to be one of the greatest intellectual figures in history. He was an ancient Greek philosopher and scientist who helped shape Classical and Western thinking. He authored many works, which focused on philosophy and science and much of the concepts he fathered are still seen in western culture today. I don't know about you, but my students LOVE talking about their favorite movies and TV shows. This product is designed for students to work together to create a short movie script
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6th - 12th
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Mesoamerican Trading Cards
Students have a blast researching the daily life, hardships, privileges, and location within the civilization of the different Mayan or Aztec, or both. These focus on the different hierarchical classes. Students can create on Canva, Publisher, or on paper/ Index cards (Examples included on Index Cards and Canva). There's also directions and a grading rubric included.
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5th - 7th
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Mythology Unit Bundle
This is a growing bundle of my Mythology Unit Resources!
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7th - 10th
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6th Grade Social Studies Unit 4 Comparative classic civilizations 9 Lessons
Hello and Welcome! Here you will find a complete guide for students to follow that will help them complete Unit 3 of 6th Grade Social Studies. I have created these slides to help organize the information that aligns with DOE Standards and Social Social Studies standards that all Circles use currently. My lessons include multiple resources that will guide students through the Unit and the tech friendly world. Easy to use for teachers and students alike. Your one stop shop for all learning needs f
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4th - 7th
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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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