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Ancient history videos $5-10
Mankind: The Story of All of Us Bundle
Mankind: The Story of All of Us complete series video guides. Includes a guide for every part of the History Channel's documentary Mankind: The Story of All of Us. The guides were designed for middle school students. Each guide has between 10-12 questions. I try to pick important information for the questions and space them out so students must pay attention but do not have to write so much that they can't enjoy the video.Episode guides include:1. Inventors2. Iron Men3. Empires4. Warriors5. Plag
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6th - 8th
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Digging for the Truth
This unit is designed around the History Channel series Digging for the Truth (Season 1) and includes student questions and answers for the following films. Great for every history class!
* Mystery of the Anasazi
* Giants of Easter Island
* The Search for El Dorado
* Secrets of the Nazca Lines
* The Lost Tribe of Israel
* Passage to the Maya Underworld
* Quest for King Solomon's Gold
* The Iceman Cometh
* The Holy Grail
* Hunt for the Lost Ark
* Pompeii Secrets Revealed
* Nefertiti:
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Alexander the Great Virtual Tour
Dive into the ancient world with "Exploring Ancient Civilizations: A Virtual Tour of Macedonian and Greek Hoplites." This interactive, digital resource offers students a unique journey through time to explore the life, equipment, and tactics of the legendary hoplite warriors from ancient Greece and Macedonia. Designed for middle and high school students, this virtual tour combines engaging multimedia content with educational activities to enhance learning about these fascinating historical perio
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
(360/3D) World Wonders of History Virtual Tour
Welcome to our virtual tour of some of the world's most awe-inspiring and historically rich sites. Today, we will journey through time and across continents to explore the architectural marvels and ancient wonders that have captivated humanity for centuries.Our tour begins at the Acropolis of Athens, the symbol of classical spirit and civilization, where the Parthenon stands as a testament to the artistic and intellectual achievements of ancient Greece.Next, we venture to the mystical Angkor Wat
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Archaeological Dig (Virtual)
In this lesson students will learn the definitions of artifact, and archaeologist as well as the definitions of absolute and relative dating. They will also go on a virtual archaeological dig to discover artifacts and practice using absolute and relative dating. They will also practice reading graphs, making observations and predictions. The video is about 8 minutes long, but students will need to pause it multiple times to fill out their charts based on the information in the video. Estimated t
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4th - 10th
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Pokémon, Vikings, and Norse Mythology - Videos + Extension Activities
There are more than 800 different types of Pokemon in the form of cards, TV shows, and games. How did the Pokemon creators come up with their ideas? Some are based on mythology! In this class, we'll explore some Pokemon that might have been inspired by the monsters and gods of Norse Mythology, as well as some references to Viking culture and history.▬▬▬▬▬▬ VIDEOS, ACTIVITIES, AND MORE ▬▬▬▬▬▬This course has four parts to it. Each part consists of a downloadable video presentation hosted on Google
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3rd - 12th
Also included in: Pokémon Mythology Bundle - Videos + Extension Activities
Greek Gods and Mythological Creatures DIGITAL VIDEO LESSON TEMPLATE
This digital video template includes a Google form with two embedded videos. The form does not come with questions built-in and is totally customizable, so just add your own questions and assign! You can preview the videos by clicking here: Video #1Video #2This is a new resource format on TPT! If you have any technical issues or questions, please email me at geekchiceducationalvideos@gmail.com.*The videos are original and are NOT publicly available on Youtube.************************************
Grades:
Not Grade Specific
Also included in: Ancient Greece Video & Activities BUNDLE!
12 Labors of Hercules Escape Room | The Escape Classroom
**SEE THE PREVIEW AND FIND OUT FOR YOURSELF WHY WE ARE THE ORIGINAL AND THE #1 ESCAPE ROOM MATERIAL USED BY THOUSANDS OF TEACHERS AND SCHOOLS**INCLUDES: 1) Escape Room Activity (internet connection required) 2) Handout Material3) Lesson Plan On Subject 4) Power Point Presentation5) Promotional Videos 6) How-To Video7) Count Downs 8) Test **The interactive nature of our videos set us apart from all other curriculum sources. Students LOVE our Super Villains, and will beg you for more. When was the
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8th - 12th
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Ancient Egypt in 4 Minutes Video Worksheet Collection
These 7 great video worksheets cover the history of Ancient Egypt. Students enjoy and are engaged by these simple to use four to five minute video worksheets. Most importantly, they helped increase student knowledge and understanding of the Ancient Egyptians.Each video worksheet works great as a “Do Now Activity” or as a complement to any lecture or lesson plan on Ancient Egypt. Each worksheet guides students through problems or events faced by Ancient Egyptians. The videos are great for visual
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4th - 8th
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Distance Learning Ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses DIGITAL VIDEO LESSON
Go paperless! This resource is a TWO part GOOGLE FORMS assignment. First students watch the original video. Next, the students fill out the DIGITAL GOOGLE FORM with 35 questions (most of them self grading!). Plus! The video has closed captions courtesy of Google's auto-generated closed caption service. You can PREVIEW THE VIDEO HERE.This is a new resource format on TPT! If you have any technical issues or questions, please email me at geekchiceducationalvideos@gmail.com.*The video is original
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Not Grade Specific
Also included in: Ancient Egypt Video & Activities BUNDLE!
Greek Culture Reading & Activities- 3 tiered units for all student types
This bundle includes 3 unique units on Greek Culture which have been leveled for typical, advanced and IEP students. Readings and questions have been adjusted to meet the needs of all students.Topics include: Architecture, Art, Drama and LiteratureEach topic has a reading with associated questions. Then the student must apply their knowledge in an activity. Many of the activities focus on where we see the influence of Greek culture today.Modified unit includes links to videos where all items (r
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6th - 8th
ThingLink Virtual Tour - A Stroll through Ancient Rome
Embark on a Time-Traveling Journey!Experience the Glory of Ancient Rome: Our interactive virtual tour invites you to explore the grandeur of Ancient Rome, right from your device. Immerse yourself in a 360-degree experience of the city's most iconic landmarks, including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Pantheon.Educational and Engaging: Each stop on the tour is enriched with interactive tags that offer fascinating facts, historical insights, and engaging multimedia content. Perfect for students, h
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7th - 12th
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Introductory Video to the Byzantine Empire
The video provides an introductory overview of the Byzantine Empire, a continuation of the Eastern Roman Empire after the fall of the Western Roman Empire. It explores key aspects of Byzantine society, such as its political structure, religious significance, and cultural achievements. Viewers learn about the Byzantine Empire's capital city, Constantinople, as a center of trade, learning, and artistic innovation.
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Not Grade Specific
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Introduction to Ancient Greece
The video provides a brief overview of Ancient Greece, highlighting its significant contributions to Western civilization. It explores key aspects of Greek society, such as its democratic governance, philosophical ideas from figures like Socrates and Plato, advancements in mathematics and science, and enduring cultural achievements in art, architecture, and literature. Through engaging visuals viewers gain insight into the rich culture of Ancient Greece, laying the groundwork for understanding t
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Not Grade Specific
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Introductory Video to Ancient Rome
The video offers a comprehensive introduction to Ancient Rome, one of the most influential civilizations in human history. It explores key aspects of Roman society, such as the establishment of a republican form of government. Key features discussed include the division of power among various institutions such as the Senate, Consuls, and Assemblies, as well as the concept of checks and balances within this political system. Ending with a brief history of the origins of Christianity this video pr
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Not Grade Specific
Virtual Field Trip - Ancient Rome - Grades 4-8
⭐ Ciao Amici! Hello Friends! Let’s go on a virtual field trip and stroll through Ancient Rome visiting the noble ruins of the Roman Empire. ⭐ Power, politics, and pagan gods – all part of the glory and majesty of the Eternal City! ⭐ We take a walk back in the footsteps of time to explore the enduring feats of engineering, and the lasting grandeur of the seat of Western civilization.⭐ Our 14-minute video (and lesson extensions) will show it all to you and your students!Video Topics Covered:Early
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4th - 6th
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Engineering an Empire: Three Episode Ancient Civilizations Bundle
This bundle includes video guides for three exciting episodes of The History Channel's popular Engineering an Empire videos including China, Egypt, and Persia. These episodes are available on YouTube, or DVDs can be purchased from the History Channel, or Amazon.com). The guides are divided into multiple sections which covers the major periods and leaders of these remarkable empires. The Egypt episode is 90 minutes and the other two are 45 minutes. The narrative questions with fill in the blank a
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7th - 12th
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Ancient Greeks - 4 types of government (powerpoint)
A brief daily lesson that could be used as a project set up for middle school classroom. Attached is a lesson plan and a slide presentation. Entire lesson consist of Intro youtube video, Q/A section, and a scenario project for higher level thinking students. Divide students into their government type and compare / contrast.
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6th
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All 3 Ancient Greece Clap and Chants (Parts 1, 2 and 3) Fun Kinesthetic Activity
Purchase all three Ancient Greece Clap and Chants for a discount. Enjoy learning key vocabulary and content, such as Mediterranean Sea, Athens and Sparta, Democracy, Socrates, Homer and more. Put away books, chrome books, pencils and papers and stay focused on your learning goals while students enjoy clapping and chanting. Practice Ancient History Clap and Chant at the beginning, middle or end of your classroom period, whatever works best for you!
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4th - 8th
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Prehistoric Humans Informational Text Reading Passages and Activities Bundle
These 5 high interest and engaging mini lessons are complete digital and interactive lessons with no prep activities using Google Slides. The lessons have accommodations built right into the activities. The videos and photos will engage reluctant readers.Lessons in this bundle include: Ice Age Settlement, Stone Tools, Early Humans, Prehistoric Art, and Stonehenge.Each Micro-learning Deck includes:lesson engager, objectives, and preview of lesson activities video lesson informational text reading
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5th - 8th
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Mesoamerica Informational Text Reading Passages Bundle
These 4 high interest and engaging mini lessons are complete digital and interactive lessons with no prep activities using Google Slides. The lessons have accommodations built right into the activities. The videos and photos will engage reluctant readers.Lessons in this bundle include: Mesoamerica, The Last Incan Bridge, The Aztec Empire's Capital Floated on Water, and Tombs of El Mirador (Maya).Each Micro-learning Deck includes:lesson engager, objectives, and preview of lesson activities video
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5th - 8th
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Guns, Germs, and Steel Part One Questions
This 20-question assignment is designed to accompany part one of the Jarod Diamond documentary "Guns, Germs, and Steel" produced by National Geographic and based on the book by the same title and author. Part one of the documentary traces the early humans and the advantages specific geographic locations enjoyed which allowed them to develop agriculture and civilization. A great resource to use during a study of early human migrations, the Neolithic revolution, or to introduce a theory as to th
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Mesopotamia "Flipped Classroom" Lecture with Notes Handout
Students retain information better when they see information multiple times and when they can go at their own pace. Some students are embarrassed to ask the teacher to go back or to repeat something in front of other students. The "flipped classroom" approach solves that issue. Students would have access to the lecture video to see at their own pace. They can re-watch it, slow it down, or speed it up. This approach also frees up class time so that it is not lost on reteaching. Can be used for:-
Grades:
6th - 9th
La préhistoire - Ensemble de compréhensions
Voici un ensemble de compréhensions au sujet des 4 émissions : C'est pas sorcier qui abordent le thème de la préhistoire.PDF dynamiqueVous pouvez envoyer ces documents PDF à vos élèves.Ils pourront répondre directement dans les fichiers et vous les transférer.Idéal pour l'enseignement à distance.Vidéo :Fichier de l'émission en format mp4 inclus.Lien URL vers l'émission sur Youtube.Deux compréhensions vous sont offertes gratuitement. Faites-en l'essai dès maintenant.La peinture - CompréhensionLes
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5th - 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?
There are many different types of ancient history resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from worksheets to interactive notebooks to units.
How do I find ancient history resources on TPT?
Educators can save time preparing ancient history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for ancient history resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
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