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2nd grade ancient history lessons
Ancient Greek Olympics Simulation - 8 Hands On Games!
Are you looking to FASCINATE your students through a learning experience that builds meaning about the Olympic games and entertainment of Ancient Greece? As History teachers, we have the opportunity to create experiences for our students to learn through creative experiential learning. Students love competition, and this learning experience has adapted to be a competition.Allow your students to DISCOVER ways the Ancient Greeks held the Olympics. I use this lesson to bring some extreme ENGAGEMENT
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K - 12th
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Inventions that Changed the World Unit - No Prep
Inventions that Changed the World: Completely revised for the new school year! This unit contains information on the eight different inventions that changed the world. The eight inventions included in this unit are:
- Wheel
- Plow
- Printing press
- Refrigeration
- Telegraph
- Steam engine
- Automobile
- Light bulb
This unit includes:
- Fact cards for each invention
- Pocket pattern for fact cards (can be used interactive notebooks or lapbooks)
- Foldable pattern for interactive activity (c
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Inventions that Changed the World BUNDLE
Ancient Egypt: Pyramids, Treasure, Mummies, and More!
This slideshow gives students some basic knowledge about Ancient Egypt and it's helpful to use at the beginning of a unit on Ancient Egyptian art, culture, pyramids, hieroglyphics, etc. This PDF includes:a Map of where Egypt is LocatedPyramids of GizaCairoTimeline of EventsSphinxStep Pyramid of ZoserHieroglyphics Tomb PaintingsEgyptian Museum King Tut- How Did He Die?Items Buried in a TombTomb SculpturesWhat is a Mummy?Animal MummiesQuiz at the end with 5 review questionsThis download includes t
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2nd - 8th
Ancient China Activities and Resources | Ancient Civilizations | VA SOL
This resource is designed to help students learn about the history, geography and contributions of the ancient Chinese civilization. This product includes a wide range of activities that are engaging, interactive and informative. ANCIENT CHINA BUNDLE- aligns with VA SOL Standards for 3rd grade.SOME of the activities included in this bundle are:Ancient China questioning activity to encourage students to share their wonderings and what they might hope to learn throughout the unit.Ancient China Geo
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Ancient Civilizations Bundle | Activities and Resources | VA SOL
Ancient Civilizations Bundle | Activities and Resources | VA SOL
The Ancient Civilization Bundle includes printables, activities and resources that are informative, engaging and provide a detailed overview of the ancient civilizations. These resources cover many aspects of the ancient civilizations, including its geography, art, architecture, government, economy, and more.These resources are a comprehensive resource for teachers, students, and anyone interested in learning about the history of ancient civilizations.Some of the topics covered in this presentat
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2nd - 5th
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Old Testament Bible and Ancient History Interactive Notebook Series HUGE BUNDLE!
Teach your families or students about the Old Testament using this Ancient History and Bible Bundle! It includes ALL 5 Old Testament products at a fraction of the individual cost! Over 100 lessons! Use interactive foldables to teach them about important events, characters, and significant ideas in the Bible and in history! Over Answer keys are included and if you want to make any changes to the products then just email me at thecurriculumom@gmail and I'll send you the editable powerpoint slides
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2nd - 7th
Draw Me! The Greek Gods | Directed Drawings
Reinforce your students' understanding of the Greek gods with this Draw Me! product. Our Draw Me! Directed Drawings are a great way to engage students while enhancing your Ancient Greece unit! Not only are they a wonderful creative opportunity, but they are also helpful in teaching students listening skills and reinforcing following directions. Students will use the included QR codes and Epic! book list to learn more about the Greek gods, complete a Directed Drawing, write facts learned, summar
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: It's Ancient Greece CKLA BUNDLE
Sarape Blankets Printmaking - Art Lesson
This sarape blanket lesson combines Aztec printmaking, collage, textiles and Art history. Students of all ages and artistic abilities can create a these Mexican masterpieces! Mexico is one of my favourite cultures to teach about in my classroom and this lesson delves into the Aztec empire and the history of the sarape! Students will use many different techniques and also collaborate their prints to create their own sarape blanket.This PDF details step by step instructions and full colour photos
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2nd - 8th
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Art Lessons: Viking People and Viking Ships
Who doesn't love a fierce fighting Viking? I know my students LOVED this project!!! We studied the various characteristics of a Viking plus added all their tools of the trade. My students loved creating personalities for their Vikings, making them either a guy or a gal. Can you say CUTENESS overload??? The boys loved adding the details to their Vikings such as axes, hammers, spears, shovels.... just to name a few items. Girls added aprons, bows and braids. What’s a Viking without a Viking ship?
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1st - 3rd
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Ancient Rome Activities | Printables and Resources | VA SOL
This resource is designed to help students learn about the history, geography and contributions of the ancient Roman civilization. This product includes a wide range of activities that are engaging, interactive and informative.ANCIENT ROME BUNDLE- aligns with VA SOL Standards for 3rd grade.SOME of the activities included in this bundle are:Ancient Rome questioning activity to encourage students to share their wonderings and what they might hope to learn throughout the unit.Ancient Rome Geography
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Ancient Civilizations Bundle | Activities and Resources | VA SOL
Prehistoric Art : Art Lesson Plan
Project: Prehistoric art
Create art the way prehistoric man did!
Level:
- For students in grade 1 and above.
- This project can be done in high school, too.
- Students can add additional details to their artwork.
Technique:
- Drawing
- Painting
Visual language:
- Light and dark values
- Earthy colors
- Enumeration
Material:
- Black wood pencil
- White cardboard : 10 x 16 inches
- Charcoal and white chalk
- Liquid gouache or hard tempera paints
This document contains:
- A step-by-step ex
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1st - 6th
Also included in: Art Lesson Plans Bundle : Grade 1 Visual Art
Percy Jackson Unit Study - Greek History, Mythology & Astronomy
A four week cross-curricular unit study for elementary/middle grade homeschool students. This unit covers social studies, science & language arts.Week 1 Day 1: Early Greece, The Minotaur & Labyrinth Day 2: Constellations Day 3: Greek Gods Day 4: Persian Wars Day 5: Informational Speech Week 2 Day 1: Homer & The Odyssey Day 2: Stars Day 3: Our Sun Day 4: The Olympics Day 5: Hero’s Journey Week 3 Day 1: Galaxies Day 2: Sparta Day 3: Athens Day 4: The Milky Way Day 5: Democracy Week 4 D
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2nd - 6th
Ancient China Second Grade Core Knowledge Bundle with work samples
Do you teach the Second Grade Core Knowledge curriculum? Organize student learning about Ancient China with this bundle.
• Ancient China Student Booklet – Aligned with the C.K. Teacher’s manual, record information about this fascinating country in one place. Includes a map and key, cloze passages, note taking opportunities, many non-fiction text features, ordering events, technology integration ideas and additional facts about China
• Student work samples and teacher key
• Illustration insp
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2nd
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Italy! Pompeii - Lesson + Images | Mosaic Art Project - K - 5
Italy! Pompeii – The Italian City Frozen in Time introduces students to the Roman city of Pompeii, buried in ash during the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79AD preserving the city and its people. The city was rediscovered more than 1500 years later giving us a vivid picture of life in the time of ancient Rome. From the preserved remains of the city, we know how the citizens of Pompeii lived, how they spent their leisure time, and how they decorated their homes, often with beautiful mosaics that are
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K - 5th
Ancient India Second Grade Core Knowledge Bundle with work samples
Do you teach the Second Grade Core Knowledge curriculum? Organize student learning about Ancient India with this bundle.
•Ancient India Student Booklet – Aligned with the C.K. Teacher’s Manual, students record information about this fascinating country in one place. Includes a map and key, cloze passages, note taking opportunities, evidence of reading strategies , many non-fiction text features, and additional facts about India.
•Student work samples and teacher key
•Links to illustration
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2nd
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Ancient Rome
This is a great resource for early learners, kids with Autism and intellectual delays and English language learners. It is an adapted story with activities to support learning.
- simple vocabulary identification word given find picture
- vocabulary cards with and without words and written words
- picture to vocabulary match
- match vocabulary to description
- Vocabulary Poster
- vocabulary trace
- vocabulary cut and paste
- vocabulary write
- places on a world map
- place on a map
- comprehensi
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1st - 8th
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Queen Esther Sunday School Lesson
Queen Esther Sunday School LessonGreat for teaching the Bible Story of Queen Esther to Sunday School classes or Christian Elementary Schools. If you're looking for a last minute Sunday School lesson or just don't have time to prep your Sunday School lesson on Queen Esther, this print and go lesson has you covered!Queen Esther is an amazing woman from the Bible. Orphaned as a child, she is raised by her Uncle Mordecai and eventually becomes queen of the Persian empire. Because of her bravery and
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1st - 5th
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Also included in: 3 Print and Go Sunday School Lessons - No Prep Required
Stone Age Curriculum BUNDLE - Lesson Plans Early Humans & Prehistory
⚡️⚡️Stone Age Curriculum BUNDLE - Lesson Plans Early Humans & Prehistory⚡️⚡️Step into the world of the Stone Age with this captivating and immersive Prehistory and Early Humans Activity Bundle that contains 210+ pages. Designed to empower educators and engage students, this bundle offers a variety of resources that will deepen understanding and spark meaningful discussions. This Stone Age Curriculum & Lesson Plans Bundle is intended for students in upper elementary and middle school, age
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1st - 8th
Ancient Greek Olympics
The Ancient Greek Games Olympics Complete History Lesson Save time with everything you need in one place. Deliver a fun and engaging lesson on the Ancient Greeks and the Olympic Games, without any stress or preparation.If you don’t know where to start when teaching about Ancient Greece and the Olympics games, you could spend hours searching for the different lesson plans, presentations and worksheets. This download solves all of that for you with a complete lesson to teach children about the Gre
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2nd - 4th
Also included in: Ancient Greeks Complete Unit Lesson Bundle
Who were the Ancient Egyptian pharaohs? (Lesson)
A full lesson introducing the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt, including a detailed lesson plan, Powerpoint slides and pupil resource sheets.Who were the Ancient Egyptian pharaohs?This lesson explores the role of the pharaohs and introduces some significant figures. Pupils will play a ‘Find that Pharaoh’ game to become familiar with key people and dates. They will learn about important symbols associated with pharaohs and use them to design a royal sarcophagus.Objectives:To find out about some of the
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2nd - 5th
Social Studies-Writing Connection: Ancient China (Core Knowledge/CKLA)
Our Social Studies-Writing Connections are the perfect blend of writing and history! Help your students learn perfect paragraph organization one color at a time, while integrating important historical concepts such as Ancient China.Our Writing Connections help model proper writing organization which is essential to your students' writing success. This product is perfect for whole group, small group, and independent center time. During whole group or small group instruction, teachers can rea
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1st - 4th
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Also included in: 2nd Grade Core Knowledge Writing Connections: History BUNDLE
Minoan Mural Group Art Activity
It’s important to incorporate art history in elementary art classes, and this art project teaches students about ancient Minoan art through a fun hands-on group activity. Students will role-play that they are archaeologists who discover a broken mural from the Knossos Palace, which they will need to reassemble. This downloadable zip file includes a lesson plan, PowerPoint, and printable images. The “Minoan Mural” PDF lesson plan is 2 pages long, and it describes how to introduce the activity whe
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2nd - 5th
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Ancient China PowerPoint
Ancient China PowerPoint
Includes the following topics:
Map of China
The Yangtze River
The Yellow River (Huang He)
Gobi Desert
The Great Wall of China
Work Traditions
Chinese Village
Tea Growing
Wok
Herders
Chinese Inventions
Chinese Characters
Youtube video
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Ancient China's Terracotta Army - Investigate, Read, Discuss
Increase student engagement in your Ancient China social studies unit with these activities about Ancient China's Terracotta Army. This resource gives you a full lesson with three steps: an investigation activity to hook your students, a reading passage to learn more, and a discussion guide to reflect together on what you learned.Step 1: Hook your studentsStudents think critically about an image of terracotta soldiers in the "I See, I Think, I Wonder" investigative activity. Give each student a
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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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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