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Ancient Greece Art Lesson: Roll A Greek Vase Middle School Art Project Templates
Ready to liven up your middle school art curriculum with an engaging, no prep Ancient Greece art lesson? This Greek vase project will boost student confidence and creativity. Kids will be intrigued by the durability of their pottery which featured athletes from the ancient Olympics. Moreover, they’ll enjoy the roll a Greek vase game to make their own!And, it’ll help time-starved teachers like you create art lesson plans based on Ancient Greece. During this art project, your class will learn abou
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5th - 7th
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Create a Civilization Project for Google Drive and PDF
This Create a Civilization Project will be a hit with your students and help them understand the components that make up a civilization. In this engaging activity, students will create a civilization and prepare a Google Slideshow to highlight different aspects of their civilization. This resource includes four different versions of the assignment to help you find the perfect for your students!This resource includes the following:Teacher Guide (PDF)Civilizations Highlights Project (quick version
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6th - 9th
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Ancient Imperial Dynasties of China Newspaper Project
This "Create a Newspaper" resource provides students with an engaging and creative project to demonstrate their learning about a dynasty in China. Students will choose from the following dynasties to focus on: Qin, Han, Sui, Tang, Song, Yuan or Ming This project is a sure way to excite them and capture their attention about the topics at hand. This comprehensive resource includes easy to follow and detailed directions and requirementsfor students. A description of 9 newspaper sections are includ
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient China Unit Bundle
Ancient Egypt Portraits Art History Project: Middle School Art Sub Plan Activity
Ready to liven up your middle school art curriculum with engaging, no prep Ancient Egypt art projects? This Egyptian portrait lesson will boost student confidence and creativity. Kids will be intrigued by how they displayed wealth with jewelry, wigs, ornate collars, and makeup. Moreover, they’ll enjoy creating a portrait with fashions of the times.And, it’ll help time-starved teachers like you create art lesson plans based on Ancient Egypt. During this art project, your class will learn how line
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5th - 7th
World Religions Research Project
This World Religions resource contains everything you need for your students to complete amazing research project presentations!The directions are worded so that the final presentations can be completed as PowerPoints or posters depending on student preference or your computer access. The download also includes all of the following:A 4 page directions sheet with simple instructions on the requirements, steps to complete the project, suggested internet sources, a rubric, checklist, and example. A
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5th - 11th
Ancient Civilizations Guided Research Project
Ancient Civilizations research project. This product has everything you need for your class to complete their Ancient Civilizations research projects (except the researched information). Ancient Rome, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, and Ancient China are the focus. There is also a set of generic forms in case your class also focuses on a different ancient civilization.Open the PREVIEW to see exactly what comes in this product.Included in this pack:Four Ancient Civilizations ProjectsFolder Cove
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Ancient Civilizations Research BUNDLE
Ancient Greece Activities on the Olympics and Ancient Olympic Games
This historical reading on the ancient Greece Olympics will tell you all you need to know about how the games began and what events were contested. The lesson includes a differentiated reading on the original games, a project to have students design the first medals, and a plan for your own classroom Olympics. Now available in both print and digital, this lesson boasts 6 activities and 10 components (with some duplication)Check out the preview to see all you receive!This Ancient Greece Olympic
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5th - 7th
Also included in: Ancient Greece Activities and Interactive Notebook Bundle
Maya, Inca, Aztec Notes, Activities, and Mesoamerica Projects
Students will learn critical facts about the Maya, Aztecs, and Incas as they collect facts and create 3-D pop-up displays for each civilization. The facts about the three civilizations of the Americas focus on the the geography, religion, achievements, politics, economy, and society of each civilization. Also, critical vocabulary associated with each civilization is included. This resource includes the materials for a fact hunt and 3-D display for each civilization. That means that students can
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4th - 7th
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ANCIENT EGYPT - A UNIT TO TURN YOUR CLASSROOM INTO A MUSEUM
MEETS VIRGINIA SOLS FOR ANCIENT EGYPT
PROJECT BASED LEARNING!
This packet will give you everything you need to make teaching Egypt a fantastic experience! I have made museums with my students and it is just amazing to see the end result! All you need are about a dozen books about Egypt from the library for reference. Spend a couple days introducing concepts and then divide the class up by "Museum Rooms" and projects and let the invest
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2nd - 6th
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Westward Expansion Guided Research Project
Westward Expansion research project. This product has everything you need for your class to complete their Westward Expansion research projects (except the researched information). The Oregon Train, Lewis and Clark Expedition, Cherokee Trail of Tears, and California Gold Rush are the focus. There is also a set of generic forms in case your class also focuses on a different Westward Expansion topic.
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Four Wes
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Guided Research Project BUNDLE
Ancient History STEM Challenge Bundle
STEM and Ancient History: Greece, Rome, and EgyptColumns, Domes, and PyramidsA Bundle of STEM Engineering Challenges for Ancient History!Integrate STEM Engineering Challenges and Ancient History? Yes!Teachers are saying:"Great resource to engage students in STEM! My students were excited and took time to work on projects in small groups. Very engaging :)" "This was SO much fun! It was a great way for us to integrate science/social studies/ and literature. The kids were laughing and engaged the
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3rd - 6th
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3-5-ETS1-3
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Chinese Philosophies - Confucianism Daoism Legalism - Help Wanted Ad
This Chinese Philosophies project involves students designing a “Help Wanted Ad” with a specific focus on the philosophies of Confucianism, Daoism and Legalism. To set the scene, your students live in ancient China and have been chosen to design a help wanted advertisement for one of the following philosophies - Legalism, Daoism or Confucianism. The founder of the chosen philosophy is hoping to hire an assistant to help guide people in the philosophy. The task of your students is to create a hel
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient China Unit Bundle
Project Based Learning Activity: Ancient Egypt Social Studies PBL
This interactive PBL activity puts your students in the shoes of a museum curator designing an authentic Ancient Egyptian museum experience!Ancient Egyptian Museum is a social studies project based learning activity (PBL) that results in a commercial to entice potential guests. Along the way, students will research, make real-life decisions, all while learning more about this ancient civilization, developing 21st-century skills, communicating, and designing. This PBL is self-differentiating, mea
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Project Based Learning Activities: Social Studies PBL BUNDLE
Project Based Learning Activity: Ancient Greece Social Studies PBL
These ancient civilization activities put your students in the shoes of a travel agent preparing to send their clients back in time to Ancient Greece!Time Travel to Ancient Greece is a social studies project based learning activity (PBL) that results in a sales pitch to potential clients. Along the way, students will research, make real-life decisions, all while learning more about this ancient civilization, developing 21st-century skills, communicating, designing, and working on financial skill
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Project Based Learning Activities: Social Studies PBL BUNDLE
Incas, Mayans, and Aztecs Guided Research Project
Inca, Mayan, Aztec research project. This product has everything you need for your class to complete their Mesoamerican Civilizations research projects (except the researched information). The Mayan Civilization, Inca Empire, and Aztec Empire are the focus. Open the PREVIEW to see exactly what comes in this product.Included in this pack:Three Mesoamerican Civilizations ProjectsFolder Cover PageNote-Taking GuideResearch Paper OutlinePowerPoint PlannerDue Date OrganizerParent LetterTapestry Des
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Guided Research Project BUNDLE
Henna Mehndi Hands Art Project, Exit Slips, Art Sub Plan, Self-Assessment Rubric
Ready to ignite your middle school art curriculum with engaging, no prep India art projects? This henna art lesson will boost confidence and creativity. Students will love learning the origins of henna (mehndi) in India, Africa, and the Middle East. Moreover, they’ll be intrigued by the elaborate Night of Henna in Hindu cultures.And, it’ll help time-starved teachers like you create art lesson plans based on the rich history of India. During this mehndi art project, your class will learn about th
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6th - 8th
Ancient Egypt Complete Study for Early Readers - Ancient Egypt Bundle
Your students will love this Ancient Egypt Complete BUNDLE! It includes a mini book, fact sheet, lapbook, and alphabet a-z flash cards!Save over 30% by buying this bundle!This bundle is perfect for grades Pre-K to 2nd Grade!First start with the alphabet flash cards to introduce the unit. Then use the mini book to further explain the unit. Then have them review the information with the fact sheet. Then give have them fill out and complete the lapbook. This is perfect to wrap up the unit and make
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PreK - 2nd
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Project Based Learning Activity: Ancient Rome Social Studies PBL
This PBL puts your students in the shoes of an Roman creating a product and advertising it in the Forum at Ancient Rome!Ancient Roman Forum is a social studies project based learning activity (PBL) that results in an oral speech advertising to other Ancient Romans. Along the way, students will research, make real-life decisions, all while learning more about this ancient civilization, developing 21st-century skills, communicating, and designing. This PBL is self-differentiating, meaning that stu
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Project Based Learning Activities: Social Studies PBL BUNDLE
Ancient Greece Complete Study for Early Readers - Ancient Greece Bundle
Your students will love this Ancient Greece Complete BUNDLE! It includes a mini book, fact sheet, lapbook, and alphabet a-z flash cards!Save over 30% by buying this bundle!This bundle is perfect for grades Pre-K to 2nd Grade!First start with the alphabet flash cards to introduce the unit. Then use the mini book to further explain the unit. Then have them review the information with the fact sheet. Then give have them fill out and complete the lapbook. This is perfect to wrap up the unit and mak
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PreK - 2nd
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Inca Empire - Reading, Questions, Map Activity, Article Writing Assignment
4 resources related to the history of the Inca Empire including a 3 page reading, a set of analysis questions, a mapping assignment of the area of the Inca empire and an article writing assignment based on the culture and life of the Inca empire. The resource includes all necessary teacher keys, rubric and explanations for you to be able to print and teach.
First, the resource includes an original and engaging three and a half page reading (with images!) about the history of this magnificent e
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5th - 10th
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Ancient Civilizations Research Project Posters - Printable & Digital
Ancient Civilizations Research Project Posters are a fun and simple way for your students to research the ancient civilizations. These project posters are student friendly and help guide your students in what exactly to research. These posters are perfect for students to display their research! And they look fabulous on a bulletin board or hallway display!This version was designed for younger students. I have another version for older students. Ancient Civilizations Research Project Posters - Ve
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: GROWING BUNDLE Research Project Posters
Plebeians and Patricians of Ancient Rome Project
To set the scene, your students live in Ancient Rome and have been chosen to design a help wanted advertisement for one of the following social groups - Patrician or Plebeian. For this assignment, students imagine as though ancient Romans were hired into a social class instead of being born into one. The task of your students is to create a help wanted ad describing the daily life, roles, responsibilities, benefits, and drawbacks of the chosen social group. Additionally, an optional extension pr
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Rome Unit Bundle: Projects and Activities
Virtual Museum Project using GRAPES for Middle School History and Social Studies
Teachers want to make real-world connections to their lessons. This easy to use project is just that. The students assume the role of a Museum Curator. They learn what a curator does and what museums are doing to gather interest to their site. Students conduct research on a topic, using the GRAPES acronym (Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economy, and Social Structure) or with other topics specific to their unit of study. This is perfect for teachers who need something that exte
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6th - 9th
Project Based Learning Activity: Ancient China Social Studies PBL
This PBL puts your students in the shoes of an Ancient Chinese newspaper creator!This Ancient China newspaper PBL is a social studies project based learning activity (PBL) that results in a newspaper that is engaging and intriguing to readers. Along the way, students will research, make real-life decisions, all while learning more about this ancient civilization, developing 21st-century skills, communicating, and designing. This PBL is self-differentiating, meaning that students have the ability
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Project Based Learning Activities: Social Studies PBL BUNDLE
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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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