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Ancient history dbq interactive whiteboards
The Peloponnesian War. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of the Peloponnesian War and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 2 (Asking for main idea, supporting evid
Grades:
9th - 12th
Emperor Nero. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of Emperor Nero and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 3 (Asking for main idea, supporting evidence, and
Grades:
9th - 12th
Ancient Greece PowerPoint(s) Bundle. World History
Within this bundle are six PowerPoint Presentations covering;Ancient Greek Soldiers: Reputation vs RealityAncient Greek Religious PracticesAlexander the Great?Philip II of Macedonia: Outsider to Greek Unifier?The Social Structure and Government of Ancient AthensThe Spartan AgogeThese PowerPoints were designed to be test prep activities for my students.Each PowerPoint/PearDeck presentation has 1-5 documents, sand has 1-4 questions per document to help students analyze the sources and understand t
Grades:
9th - 12th
Ancient Egypt the Old Kingdom. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of Ancient Egypt's Old Kingdom and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 3 (Asking for main idea, supportin
Grades:
9th - 12th
Ancient Babylon. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of Ancient Babylon and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 3 (Asking for main idea, supporting evidence,
Grades:
9th - 12th
First and Second Punic War(s). Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of the First and Second Punic War(s) and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 3 (Asking for main idea, sup
Grades:
9th - 12th
The Persian Empire. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of the Persian Empire and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 2 (Asking for main idea, supporting evidenc
Grades:
9th - 12th
Pharaohs in Egypt. PowerPoint
Within this PowerPoint are six slides containing five primary source documents regarding Pharaohs in Egypt.(1.) Hymn to God King Ramesses IV [1166 BC] (2.) Hymn to a deceased pharaoh Unnos [2600 BC](3.) Vizier of Pharaoh Issi (2400 B.C.E)(4.) Instructions for Pharaoh Merikare composed by his father (2050 B.C.E)(5.) Instruction of Ankhsheshonq (Between the time period of 300 - 50 B.C.E).Each slide has 1-5 questions each to help students analyze the sources and understand the time period. (Total Q
Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Fertile Crescent and Ancient Egypt PowerPoint Bundle. World History.
Egyptian Warfare in the Late Bronze Age. PowerPoint
Within this PowerPoint are six slides containing four primary source documents regarding Egyptian Warfare in the Late Bronze Age.(1.) Inscription Detailing the Defeat of the Hyksos in the tomb of Ahmose 1550-1479 BCE(2.) The Battle of Kadesh 1275 BCE. (3.) Treaty between the Egyptians and the Hittites (4.) Royal Inscriptions carved on the funerary tomb of Ramesses III detailing Ramesses III and the Sea Peoples’ war. Finally a quick write is included on the last slide asking students; Applying in
Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Fertile Crescent and Ancient Egypt PowerPoint Bundle. World History.
Philip II of Macedonia: Outsider to Greek Unifier? PowerPoint
Within this PowerPoint are seven slides containing four primary source documents regarding Philip II of Macedonia. (1.) Justin (3rd Cent CE): The Beginning of Philip of Macedon's Reign, c. 359-352 BCE(2.) Diodorus Siculus (1st Cent BCE): The Battle of Chaeronea, 338 BCE(3.) Aeschines (c.390-c.322 BCE): On the Embassy(4.) Plutarch Life of Alexander and Tetradrachm of Philip II of Macedon Finally a quick write is included on the last slide asking students; Applying information from one document to
Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient Greece PowerPoint(s) Bundle. World History
Ancient Greek Religious Practices. PowerPoint
Within this PowerPoint are six slides containing four primary source documents regarding Ancient Greek Religious Practices.(1.) The Iliad, 800 BCE. Homer(2.) Against Nichomachos, 400 BCE. Lysias(3.) Argonautica. Apollonius of Rhodes(4.) Life of Aristides, 110 CE. PlutarchFinally a quick write is included on the last slide asking students; Write a thesis, drawing conclusions from the sources provided, that addresses the role sacrifices played in Ancient Greek religious ceremonies. Each slide has
Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient Greece PowerPoint(s) Bundle. World History
The Peloponnesian War. Who, What, Where, When, and Why? Introductory Activity
This product is designed to introduce content to students on a very basic level. It can be given at the start of a chapter, or even when reviewing the chapter.This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of the Peloponnesian War and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why).In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper under
Grades:
9th - 12th
Hannibal of Carthage. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of Hannibal of Carthage and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 3 (Asking for main idea, supporting evide
Grades:
9th - 12th
Cleopatra. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of Cleopatra and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 3 (Asking for main idea, supporting evidence, and te
Grades:
9th - 12th
The Social Structure and Government of Ancient Athens PowerPoint
Within this PowerPoint are eight slides containing five primary source documents, and one secondary, regarding the Social Structure and Government of Ancient Athens.(1.) Athens: Population Distribution circa 432 BCE(2.) Aristotle on Class Distinctions 4th Century BCE(3.) “The Oration of Pericles,” The Complete Writings of Thucydides The Peloponnesian Wars, New York: Modern Library, 1951.(4.) C.M Bowra, Classical Greece, Time-Life Books, 1965. Reprinted by permission of Wadham College, executor f
Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient Greece PowerPoint(s) Bundle. World History
The Assyrian Empire. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of the Assyrian Empire and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 2 (Asking for main idea, supporting eviden
Grades:
9th - 12th
Fertile Crescent and Ancient Egypt PowerPoint Bundle. World History.
Within this bundle are three PowerPoint Presentations covering;Egyptian Warfare in the Late Bronze AgePharaohs in EgyptThe Groundwork of Civilization in MesopotamiaThese PowerPoints were designed to be test prep activities for my students.Each PowerPoint/PearDeck presentation has 1-5 documents, sand has 1-4 questions per document to help students analyze the sources and understand the time period.The PowerPoint(s) was intended to be used with Peardeck which is an interactive slideshow software t
Grades:
9th - 12th
The Beginning of the Fall, Rome in the Third Century. PowerPoint
Within this PowerPoint are six slides containing three primary source documents regarding the factors of the Fall of Rome. (1.) Caracalla’s Extortions, Roman History by Dio Cassius(2.) Petition to Emperor Philip 245 CE(3.) Extortions of Maximinus, by Heroidian of Antioch (CE 165-255)(4.) Extortions of Maximinus, by Heroidian of Antioch (CE 165-255)Finally a quick write is included on the last slide asking students; Applying information from one document to another, citing when appropriate, answe
Grades:
9th - 12th
Eruption at Pompeii. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of the destruction of Pompeii and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 3 (Asking for main idea, supporting
Grades:
9th - 12th
The Roman Republic. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of the Roman Republic and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 3 (Asking for main idea, supporting evidenc
Grades:
9th - 12th
Spartacus. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of Spartacus and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 2 (Asking for main idea, supporting evidence, and te
Grades:
9th - 12th
Hammurabi. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of Hammurabi and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 3 (Asking for main idea, supporting evidence, and te
Grades:
9th - 12th
Ancient Greek City States. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of the Ancient Greek City States and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 3 (Asking for main idea, support
Grades:
9th - 12th
Alexander the Great. Introductory and Close Read Activity
This is not intended to be an activity for an entire class period.Students are given a brief overview of Alexander the Great and then are asked to work through the 5Ws (Who, What, Where, When, and Why) after having done a close read of the passages within the PowerPoint.In addition I have included five enrichment questions, which are primarily DOK 2 and DOK 3 questions, that can be used for a deeper understanding of the material.Total Close Read Slides: 2 (Asking for main idea, supporting eviden
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Ancient history activities to try
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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.
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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.
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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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