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7th grade ancient history literature circles for parents
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
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
Mini-Guide for Middlers: The Golden Goblet Interactive
This is a two-week literature guide for the book titled The Golden Goblet, by Eloise Jarvis McGraw. In this book, which is set in ancient Egypt, a boy named Ranofer dreams of becoming a goldsmith. After the death of his father, Ranofer's goal is thwarted by his evil half-brother. This guide contains:vocabulary words and exercisesdiscussion questionsreading activities: characterization, metaphor, idioms, comparison and contrast, alliteration, effect and cause, simile, antonyms, prediction, ti
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6th - 9th
The Alchemist Novel Study & Reading Guide + Ancient Egypt 15 Lesson Unit Bundle
UPDATED APRIL 2024 TO INCLUDE AN ANSWER KEY FOR THE ALCHEMIST!This product includes The Alchemist Novel Study: Reading Guide and Chapter Comprehension Questions + 15 lessons on Ancient Egypt, which can be using before, during and/or after a reading of The Alchemist. For specific previews, descriptions and reviews of all the products, you can check them out individually.This novel study and reading guide for the awarding winning novel, The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, comes with a variety of worksh
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6th - 12th
Novel Study-The Golden Bull
This product has several documents to help you with a unit around the wonderful novel The Golden Bull by Marjorie Cowley. I like to read this novel while teaching my students about the ancient civilization of Sumer in Mesopotamia; it really helps them visualize what life was like 5,000 years ago.Included in this document is a Word document that has an introduction and reading plan for the novel (which you can adjust as needed), a chapter summary organizer, a C-SPACE organizer (a great memory dev
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5th - 7th
Greek Mythology Projects
Greek Mythology Projects- 40+ pages of low-prep resources includedI created these 4 projects while working with my students on the Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief book. These projects can also be completed if working on any Greek Mythology unit.The first project is a research project for a Greek god, demigod, or creature. Everything is provided for you, including the list of major gods, minor gods, demigods and creatures; the list of required content; notes pages for each required content;
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Introduction to Greek Mythology for Upper Elementary Bundle
Percy Jackson Greek Gods Teaching Unit Part I
Percy Jackson Greek Gods Teaching Unit:
Includes illustrated notes, study guides, and a test for the first three chapters.
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5th - 10th
Elementary Philosophy: Discussing Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle
What does it mean to live a good life? What is happiness? What does it mean to truly be wise? These three concise and well-researched stories regarding Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle will act as catalysts for lively discussions that promote critical thinking, careful reading, and reflection on some of the most important questions imaginable. Each can stand alone, or the three can be strung together to form a small unit on ancient Greek philosophy.Appropriate for 4th, 5th, 6th grade and up. Inclu
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4th - 10th
Also included in: Elementary Philosophy Bundle: Diverse Reading and Discussion Activities
Virtual Fur Trade Museum
Fur trade virtual museum of the arts, is a ppt presentation with notes or you can ad your own notes too. 17 slides which contains 2 video's and notes about the slides. A Canadian map of the posts as well as nice pictures of items being traded. Beaver pelts were a form of money and how they used this to survive. A list of items and how much they were worth in beaver pelts. You can present this as a presentation or a slide show.
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4th - 12th, Staff
Learn culture and history while playing global ancient board games
This is a fun resource to have on hand for lunch times, breaks, geography, social studies, and history classes! Students will be able to find instructions to make their own playing board, learn about ancient history and the history of various games, learn about different global regions of today, and see photos of historical monuments as seen today. For further instructions on the rules of the games, players and teachers are encouraged to look online if they need to see videos/tutorials on how to
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5th - 12th
Mini-Guide for Middlers: Twice Freed Interactive
This is a two-week study for the book titled Twice Freed, by Patricia St. John. In this historical fiction book, the author relates the biblical story of the slave Onesimus from the book of Philemon. The book is in print and available from booksellers. It is also able to be obtained on loan from Internet Archive: Read Twice Freed on loan from Internet Archive Read a short, free biography about Patricia St. John; a list of many of her books is included: An Introduction to Patricia St. John a
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6th - 9th
Play Patolli Board Game: Learn About Mesoamerica and Board Games
In this product, students will learn about a Mesoamerican board game called Patolli. Patolli was played by a wide range of pre-Columbian Mesoamerican cultures. It was played by the Teotihuacanos, the Toltecs (ca. 750 - 1000), the inhabitants of Chichen Itza (founded by refugee Toltec nobles, ca. 1100 - 1300), the Aztecs (who claimed Toltec descent, 1168 - 1521) and all of the people they conquered. The ancient Mayans also played a version of patolli.Students will be able to find instructions to
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Learn culture and history while playing global ancient board games
Percy Jackson's Greek Gods Part 2
Study Guide and Test for Percy Jackson's Greek Gods Chapters "Hestia Chooses Bachelor Number Zero" to Zeus Kills Everyone.
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6th - 10th
The Odyssey by Homer - comprehensive book study and activities
A detailed book study with resources. This includes for all 24 chapters:10 open questionsMultiple sets of 5 questions on a range of themes Multiple sets of 5 questions on a range of characters 10 inference questions and possible response10 critical thinking questions and possible responsesIn addition to this:a summary of the chaptera list of the keywords and their meanings in this chapterdescription about the themesdescription about the characters All files in word format for easy editingAll ans
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3rd - 12th
Also included in: Homer's Iliad and Odyssey - Comprehensive book studies and guides
Ancient Egypt Coloring Pages - Ancient Egypt Coloring Sheets
Explore the wonders of Ancient Egypt with our captivating coloring pages! Dive into history as you journey through the land of pharaohs, pyramids, and hieroglyphics. Perfect for history buffs and young learners alike, these coloring pages offer a fun and educational way to discover the mysteries of one of the world's most fascinating civilizations. Unleash your creativity and immerse yourself in the magic of Ancient Egypt!Files Included:30 Coloring Pages1 Page For Test Your ColorsSize: 8.5 x 11
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3rd - 7th
Also included in: Ancient Egypt Coloring Pages - Ancient Egypt Posters - Bundle
Book of Genesis Bible Study
"In the beginning God Created the heavens and the Earth"Dive into the rich and intricate world of the Book of Genesis with this comprehensive teaching bundle! Engage your students with a collection of thought-provoking lesson plans, interactive activities, discussion prompts, and worksheets that explore the profound themes, characters, and narratives found within the first book of the Bible. This resource is designed to captivate students' imaginations while fostering a deeper understanding of t
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3rd - 12th
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World History or World Studies Syllabus (General Level Classes)
This syllabus is very complete, including a description of the content to be covered in a World History or World Studies class, from pre-history to the Renaissance. It includes strategies that may be used for teaching the content, responsibilities of the student, discipline policies, grading policies, and a parent/student contract to be signed and returned. This template can be modified to include your personal information, including space allotted for name, room number, phone number, and email.
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6th - 10th
"The Art of War" Discussion Questions
A set of discussion questions for use with Sun Tzu's "The Art of War". The text is split into two readings and there are six questions per reading.
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7th - 12th
Greek Mythology Literature Circles
I use this lesson over the course of a larger unit on the power of storytelling. Students use D’Aulaires Book of Greek Myths as a literary focus for conducting in class, small group discussions. If this book is not available for you, you can have the students choose their own Greek myths to read. This packet has everything a teacher would need to hold these discussions in class including:
-Teacher Instructions
-Student Planning Guide
-Greek Inspired Student Roles
-Table Reminder Cards for the
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6th - 8th
Percy Jackson's Greek Gods Part III
"Athena Adopts A Handkerchief" to "Dionysus Conquers The World With A Refreshing Beverage" note taking guides and test.
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5th - 12th
The Labyrinth of the Minotaur: The Adventure of Theseus
The myth of the Labyrinth of the Minotaur, where Theseus confronts a terrifying monster, is an adventure rich in lessons for children aged 6 to 8. It teaches courage, ingenuity, and the importance of problem solving through the clever use of a ball of thread. This story also offers a door to understanding ancient cultures, enriching the imagination of young minds. Values such as altruism, justice, and loyalty are explored, contributing to moral and ethical education. The appropriate presentation
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6th - 8th
New Testament Quiz Book
Increase your Bible knowledge with our New Testament Quiz Book. Packed with 650 questions and answers about the people, places, and events of the New Testament. Visit Bethlehem with the Magi, escape to Egypt with Mary & Joseph, and travel the road to Damascus with Paul!Each page includes a Bible quiz with ten questions, and a coloring activity to reinforce student's learning. Plus, detailed scripture references for easy Bible verse look-up and an answer key for educators. This book covers th
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3rd - 7th
Also included in: BUNDLE: New Testament Activity Books
Play Senet Board Game: Learn About Ancient Egypt and Board Games
In this product, students will learn about an Ancient Egyptian board game called Senet which is a social, fun, and intense strategy game. Students will be able to find instructions to make their own playing board, learn about Ancient Egyptian history and the history of the game, and see a slideshow of Ancient Egyptian monuments as seen today. For further instructions on the rules of the game, players are encouraged to look online if they need to see videos of how to play.Studies have shown that
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Learn culture and history while playing global ancient board games
Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief 50 Question MC Test with Bonus
Comprehensive exam for Book 1 of the Percy Jackson series for Homeschool, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students.
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5th - 8th
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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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