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Free ancient history internet activities
Free!!! Ancient Rome Google Earth Task Cards and Activities
This activity will allow you and your students to travel to Rome and see remnants of the ancient world using Google Earth. The task cards will take the students to the location of such ruins as the Colosseum and then will also bring them into a 360° photo sphere at the site. Each task card has a shortened URL that can be clicked on or entered into the omnibar or a QR code than can be scanned on a computer, chromebook, tablet, or phone.
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★ 14 Task Cards
★Field Trip to Rome
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3rd - 9th
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Greek Mythology King Midas
This worksheet tells the myths of King Midas. After a brief introduction, it explains the two major myths associated with him- King Midas and the golden touch and how King Midas got the ears of a donkey. The worksheet explains the myths as they are most commonly told, but other slight variations exist. An optional worksheet with ten multiple choice questions is included.There are two questions for students to answer:1. What do you think Midas should have wished for instead of a golden touch? Wh
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Greece Bundle
FREE Research Project Olympics vs. Ancient Greece Distance Learning Digital
DIGITAL PDF AND PRINTABLES: You will download a free research project for your upper elementary students to compare Ancient Greece with modern day Olympics. You will receive eight research paper questions, along with a Venn diagram, to help students with their report writing. The questions may be answered through student research or an online video (link provided). ➔➔ Click HERE for a country research project.----------------------------------▶︎ DIGITAL COMPATIBLE VIA GOOGLE CLASSROOM: This pro
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5th - 7th
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Common Core RL.4.4: Ancient Greeks Who Became English Words
Common Core Reading Standard RL.4.4 : Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including those that allude to significant characters found in mythology (e.g., Herculean).Did you know the Ancient Greeks had such an influence on our world that some of their most famous citizens and heroes were adopted verbatim as words into the English language? Yes, there are some very common and useful English words that were created directly from the names of famous people in ancie
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4th - 8th
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Code of Hammurabi Webquest
This resource allows students to use a website to learn more about Hammurabi's Code. Questions are pulled straight from the passage.
Great for discussion and to further research the topic of Hammurabi's Code!
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4th - 7th
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Dinosaur Research Paper
This is a Research Paper created to gather information about Dinosaurs. It is designed for elementary students and has been used in a 1st Grade classroom. This can be completed with book information or can be used as an online web search. Personally, I have used the Dinosaur Train website on PBS kids. It contains all of the information needed to complete the Research Paper and is very kid-friendly!
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1st - 6th
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South America Interactive Slide
This interactive Google Slide is full of clickable icons that are linked to videos all about South America! From Machu Picchu to Angel Falls, Amazon Rainforest, Patagonia, the Incan Empire, and fun things to do in all around South America. This One Continent slide is a Free Version of my Time Travelers product which covers ALL the continents and region of the world.
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Not Grade Specific
China's Terracotta Warriors: TEDed Video Viewing Guide
NOW COMPATIBLE WITH TPT DIGITAL ACTIVITIES!*Perfect for print-and-go sub plans! Use this viewing guide along with the TEDed video called "The incredible history of China's terracotta warriors." These questions ask students to analyze the information in the video along with the Themes of History including geography, culture, economics, government, belief systems, and science and technology. This is a higher-level thinking assignments perfect for enrichment in the middle grades, and grade-level an
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: China TEDed Video Viewing Guide Bundle + DIGITAL!
Ancient Egypt Lesson 1 The Nile River Sample Unit
Are you looking for a unit to teach Ancient Egypt? Look no further. This unit has it all. Try out the Ancient Egypt Unit with Lesson 1 “The Nile River” to see if it is a good fit for your students. Digital, printable, and interactive activities make this unit both engaging and flexible. Choose between printable activities or go paperless with digital resources that are compatible with Google Classroom. The full Ancient Egypt Unit contains the following for each of its 9 lessons:The Materials·
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6th
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GRAPES of Civilization Video Guide
What makes a civilization a civilization? GRAPES do!This video guide includes a link to the YouTube video which helps to teach students the definition of civilizationaspects of civilizations: geography, religion, achievements, economics, politics and society/social structureexamples of those aspects for the first river valley civilizations: Mesopotamia, Egypt, Indus River Valley/Harappan/Ancient India and Huang He/Yellow River Valley/Ancient China
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6th - 10th
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Cuneiform Writing Online Activity
Write cuneiform in your web browser, and share your message with your friends! This is a digital version of the classic Mesopotamia arts and crafts project, updated for the era of remote learning.There are no physical resources - this is a 100% online activity. The download is just a one-page instruction sheet with a link and password.
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3rd - 8th
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Ancient Rome Lesson 1 Introduction Sample Unit
Are you looking for a fun way to teach Ancient Rome? Look no further. This unit has it all. Try out this unit with Lesson 1 “Ancient Rome Introduction” for free to see if it is a good fit for your students by downloading this sample.Digital, printable, and interactive activities make this unit both engaging and flexible. Choose between printable activities or go paperless with digital resources that are compatible with Google Classroom.THE FULL UNIT INCLUDES 11 LESSONSThe Materials· vocabulary –
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6th
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Introduction to Ancient Egypt WebQuest
Project based on student taking the role of a junior archaeologist researching Ancient Egypt. Students "dig" through the websites provided to make interesting discoveries. They create a journal to report their findings so that others can learn about these exciting finds.
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5th - 7th
Ancient Greece Webquest
This webquest uses interactive websites to help students learn about the Golden Age of Greece. My students find these websites highly engaging. I was amazed at how much they learned from this activity. The main areas explored in this webquest are:
Architecture
Religion
Philosophy
Theater
Sculpture & Pottery
I would recommend previewing the websites before you ask students to use them in class. All are very kid appropriate and easy to use, but you will want to be familiar with navigating the
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6th - 8th
Aztec Empire Early History - Webquest with Key (Google Doc Included)
Aztec Empire Early History - Webquest with Key (Google Doc Included)Your students will learn about the early history and main concepts of the Aztec Empire. It covers all of the major events and significance related to the early history of the Aztec Empire. Specifically, your students will learn about the emergence and rise to power of the Aztec! A great tool to teach about the Aztec Empire, World History and the New World.4 page document contains a webquest and teachers key. It contains 14 quest
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5th - 12th
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Rise of Christianity Webquest
This is a FREE webquest sheet for a high school level World History class. The subject is the rise of Christianity during the Roman Empire. The website can be found at http://romechristianity.weebly.com
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7th - 10th
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Athens vs. Sparta Modified DBQ
This modified DBQ focuses on students formulating an argument on whether they believe Athens or Sparta is the better city-state. It allows students the ability to utilize drag and drop techniques and includes information that is tailored for only argument-specific content. Students can complete this remotely, or it can be used as part of whole-class instruction and assignments for writing and argument formulation.
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6th - 8th
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Olmec (Mesoamerican History) - Webquest with Key (Google Doc Included)
Olmec (Mesoamerican History) - Webquest with Key (Google Doc Included)Your students will learn about the significance and history of Olmec Civilization as it relates to Mesoamerican history. It covers all of the major events and significance related to the Olmec. Specifically, your students will learn about the Olmec and its significance in Mesoamerica! A great tool to teach about the Aztec Empire, World History and the New World.6 page document contains a webquest and teachers key. It contains
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5th - 12th
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MAYA EMPIRE CIVILIZATION Glossary Vocabulary GOOGLE SLIDES Distance Learning
IGNITE your students enthusiasm for MAYA EMPIRE CIVILIZATION and KEY VOCABULARY with this Digital ASSIGNMENT to assist your teaching! INTERACTIVE and ENGAGING! Develop deep understanding for students using their own device and this online activity for distance learning!VOCABULARY INCLUDED:LintelAhau / AhawPyramidYucatan PeninsulaHuipilQuetzalCenoteTikalStelaKukulcanUinalClassic PeriodBatabKinTzolk'inCity-StatePre-Classic PeriodPost-Classic PeriodHaab'Chac MoolChichen ItzaPopol VuhItzamnaGlyphO
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5th - 10th
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Ancient Greece Scavenger Hunt
This item may be used at the beginning of a unit on Ancient Greece. It worked well in my English class, but it could also be used in Social Studies courses. Students may be asked to conduct the scavenger hunt online or they could use textbooks.
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7th - 12th
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Ancient Greece Lesson 1 Introduction Sample Unit
Are you looking for a fun way to teach Ancient Greece? Look no further. This unit has it all. Try out this unit with Lesson 1 “Ancient Greece Introduction” for free to see if it is a good fit for your students by downloading this sample.Digital, printable, and interactive activities make this unit both engaging and flexible. Choose between printable activities or go paperless with digital resources that are compatible with Google Classroom.THE FULL UNIT INCLUDES 11 LESSONSThe Materials· vocabula
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6th
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INCA EMPIRE CIVILIZATION Glossary Vocabulary GOOGLE SLIDES Distance Learning
IGNITE your students enthusiasm for INCA EMPIRE CIVILIZATION and KEY VOCABULARY with this Digital ASSIGNMENT to assist your teaching! INTERACTIVE and ENGAGING! Develop deep understanding for students using their own device and this online activity for distance learning!VOCABULARY INCLUDED:TawantinsuyuPeruChimuMachu PicchuIncaQuipuApuQuechuaViracocha CuzcoThatkiAylluMit'aHuacaVilcabambaConquistadorSapa IncaIntiTokoyrikoq SuyuIntihuatanaCoyaPachacutiWillaq UmuHuayna CapacPizarroTerrace FarmingMa
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5th - 10th
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Ancient Greece Choice Board
Hello! I am so excited to join the TPT family! I look forward to sharing more resources with you in the weeks to come! This choice board is a student favorite! Here, you can explore a variety of resources through different slides. Students can participate and review by clicking the various links to online games, try taking a virtual tour, review unit vocabulary, check out Educational Minecraft builds, view an Ancient Greece text book (available online), view a "how to" video on building your ver
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4th - 8th
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Ancient Egyptian Pharaoh Brochure
Students can choose an Egyptian Pharaoh to research, or be assigned one. Using any available resources (books, internet, etc.) students will complete the Egyptian Pharaoh brochure to learn more about Pharaohs!Printing/Copying: Print out both pages, one sided. When copying, turn the first page upside down to get the brochure style. Fold into thirds.
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4th - 8th
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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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