Ancient history simulations for Microsoft Word

300 Thermopylae Phalanx Simulation Ancient Greece (World History / Geography)

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Easily a student favorite each and every year. Students get a chance to get out of their desks and get some fresh air. The impact of geography on world history is displayed vividly in this interactive simulation. Students will better understand the historical battle of 300, the role of geography, and the impact on western civilization. This product is also sold as part of the Ancient Greece Activity Bundle AND the Ancient Greece Unit Bundle. Each bundle from High Altitude History saves you 3

Subjects:

Ancient History, Other (Social Studies - History), World History

Grades:

8th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Simulations, Lesson

Also included in: Ancient Greece & Rome Super Unit Bundle

The First Americans, A Play About The Bering Land Bridge (Native Americans)

Created by

Brian Markwald

This is a short play about the most well-known migration theory concerning Native Americans. If you are teaching about the origin of Native peoples in America, this is great way to help introduce the topic of the Bering Land Bridge theory. The play will take about 5-10 minutes. It is meant as an enhancement to a lesson. It's great to get students involved and engaged in class. This offers that opportunity. Enjoy and please let me know what you think! Check out the other plays, simulations

Subjects:

Ancient History, Native Americans, U.S. History

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Simulations

Foundations of Civilizations Simulation Game

Created by

History teacher by Day and By Night

The Game of Civilization Directions: Some people define a civilization as a society that has a relatively advanced culture; one characterized by the growth of cities. As you play the Civilization Game, you will be solving problems faced by Neolithic man. You are to choose a solution (s) that will lead to the formation of cities. As you play the game, fill in your answer sheet under each problem. Each correct solution will mean one point for your team. An incorrect solution, gives your team

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Activities, Simulations, Lesson

Create Your Own Civilization Activity Bundle Plus Spanish Versions

Created by

The Social Studies Explorer

Self-paced guide for students to build their own civilization. This works well individually and with groups. From the kinds of food they will grow and the laws they will enforce, to people's occupations and the social hierarchy, this lesson asks students to think deeply about the elements involved in a civilization. Other topics explored include: language, climate, defense, economy, and religion. Finally, there are artistic elements, where students draw a picture of their flag, an important piec

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Simulations

Civilization Simulation Game

Created by

Dewey Dare

This multi-day lesson is aimed at World and Global History courses with the purpose of helping students understand how geography and natural resources impact the development of civilizations. Students engage in scenario-based learning simulation, choosing their location and the resources available to them before learning the fate of their civilization based on their selections. The students reflect and discuss their findings in order to discover how geography and natural resources would likely

Subjects:

Ancient History, Geography, Social Studies - History

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Games, Simulations

CCSS:

RH.9-10.1

, WHST.9-10.1

Did the Trojan War Really Happen? - Tiered Lesson

Created by

Suri Scientists

Students will be placed in five groups. Each group will answer the question "Did the Trojan War really happen?" through different contents and questions. For example, one group will calculate the force and work needed to build an 80 foot tall Trojan Horse in three days. Another group will study a comparison between pictures of modern day Troy and excerpts from the Illiad (pictures taken from the University of Cinncinnati). They will use their findings to answer the major question. Then, as a cla

Subjects:

Ancient History, European History, World History

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Research, Activities, Simulations

Ancient Egypt Simulation About Flooding, Crops, and Taxes

Created by

The Social Studies Explorer

Engage your students in an immersive and educational experience with the "Nile River Simulation - Agricultural Challenge!" This hands-on activity not only introduces the fascinating concept of the Nilometer but also provides a dynamic way for students to explore agricultural outcomes, taxation, and strategic decision-making in Bronze Age Ancient Egypt.What's Included:Clear and detailed instructions for the simulation.Material list, including suggestions for representing crops.Examples of simulat

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Simulations

PBL World History Entry Event Unit 1

Created by

Apply Your Knowledge

Project based learning for Agricultural Revolution through the fall of Second Wave Empires. Includes scaffolding events, powerpoints, worksheets, project description, rubric, and more. Complete unit which should take roughly 3 weeks to complete. Students are placed in a zombie apocalypse and must use create a successful civilization which then develops into an empire based on the "principles of empires" case studies.

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Projects, Thematic Unit Plans, Simulations

Ancient Greece: Interactive Game on Greek Gods

Created by

Rachel Pratt

Your students will love this interactive game among mortals and immortals in Ancient Greece. Mortals will have to survive interaction with 12 Greek gods by offering acceptable sacrifices, attempting to earn gifts, thwarting death, and steering clear of the underworld! The game should be adapted depending on the number of players. The version I have written is for roughly 20-22 players.

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Activities, Games, Simulations

Ancient Greek Governments: Simulation - Programming the IPod

Created by

Wenzler Education Consulting

In this simulation, students are taken through the four types of governments found in Ancient Greece. The simulation is loud and kinesthetic...and lots of fun!

Subjects:

Ancient History

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Simulations

Fall of the Western Roman Empire: Is the US likely to Fall like Rome? debate

Created by

History teacher by Day and By Night

Fall of the Western Roman Empire: Is the US likely to Fall like Rome? debate Will the United States meet the same fate as the Western Roman Empire In my lesson plan on Ancient World History my students summative assessment will be a double inquiry in which they will compare the fall of the western roman empire to that of the potential fall of the united states and ultimately decide whether the US will meet the same fate as the Western Roman Empire. The goal is for students to: 1) Choose and De

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, U.S. History

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Activities, Simulations, Lesson

Agricultural Revolution Simulation

Created by

Trevor McLaughlin Teaching

This simulation shows students the process that early humans collectively went though when engaging in the Agricultural Revolution--that is, the change that occurred about 12,000 years ago when humans transitioned from nomadic hunting and gathering into a settled farming lifestyle. The simulation doubles as an opportunity to introduce vocabulary about the Birth of Civilization, and experience the struggles of hunting and gathering. It will emphasize the importance of surplus food production th

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

4th - 10th

Types:

Activities, Simulations, Lesson

Hunter-gatherer Simulation

Created by

Matthew Koster

This is a simulation/game where students are hunter-gatherers during the paleolithic era, trying to survive, as well as gather as much food and supplies. The simulation makes the students hunter-gatherers and has them make choices that a hunter-gatherer would have had to make as well, with fairly realistic outcomes. Whichever students survives to the end of the game with the most supplies in declared the winner/most successful hunter-gatherer. I use this as a way to teach historical perspective

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Games, Simulations

Assessing Ancient Egypt in Minecraft

Created by

AJ Johnson

OverviewThis Assessing Ancient Egypt digital game was created as a final assessment for 4th and 5th grade gifted students in a academic year-long unit, but it can be used for many different age groups and in different situations. The default settings for this game will have pairs/groups of students playing at the same time with the instructor hosting the game from a device. Students playing Assessing Ancient Egypt will have four main tasks: build a pyramid of a specific volume (volume requireme

Subjects:

Ancient History, Critical Thinking, Engineering

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Projects, Assessment, Simulations

CCSS:

, 5.G.A.2

...

Create your own Greek Super Hero: Battle Simulation Activity!

Created by

History teacher by Day and By Night

Create your own Greek Super Hero: Battle Simulation Activity!CREATE YOUR OWN GREEK SUPER HERODirections: Please “create” a Greek super hero by addressing the items below. There is a rumor that their will be super hero battles so be ready.A. Appearance: what does your superhero look like? You may choose to draw a picture, or simply describe the appearance of your species.B. Name: what is his or her name?C. Form of Communication: what is their signature “saying”?D. Transportation: do they walk, fl

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Activities, Simulations, Lesson

Drifting Away

Created by

Inchworm Academics

A fun play to act out with your class while learning about the theory of Continental Drifting. My students love Reader's Theater and this is always a hit!

Subjects:

Ancient History, Drama, Geography

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Scripts, Simulations

Unification of Greece Simulation

Created by

History is one Interesting Story

My student love this simulation. The concepts of each city-state fighting each other and the unique benefits each city-state had really stay with the students for a long time. This can be played in one or two days, depending on your time. Included are all of the cards you need, tracking sheets for each city-state as well as cards for each city and their Great Person. It takes a little time to setup, but it is a very memorable experience for the students. You may want to laminate the cards

Subjects:

Ancient History, European History, World History

Grades:

8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

Types:

Simulations

Also included in: Ancient Greece Bundled materials

Archaeologist for a day activity

Created by

Social Studies and Writing Marketplace

Fun activity that introduces students to how archaeologists figure out things about the past from found items and artifacts. Usually used with a unit on Ancient people and archaeology. Requires some minimal "prep work" that includes making 4-5 trash bags made of "artifacts". Once created these bags can be reused for each class period or from one year to another.

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory, Simulations

Saltday's Silk Road Simulation #1

Created by

Saltday's Collections

This is a career favorite. Former students from time to time ask if I still do the Silk Road simulation. I have finally written it up for others to use. Please be advised that this takes preparation and materials needed for the simulation most likely will need to be purchased or gathered through donations. This simulation is a lesson in economics as students will have a hands on experience with trading "valuables" and ideas as they risk various pitfalls. Students determine their own v

Subjects:

Ancient History, Economics , World History

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Simulations

STEM Digital Egypt Pyramid Group Project

Created by

ProjectBasedSixth

Are you wrapping up a unit on Ancient Egypt? Are you wanting to incorporate STEM? Then this product is for you! It is completely editable to meet your students' needs. Rubric is included.Materials:Foam poster board or cardboardMasking TapeGlueDirections: Put students in groups of 3-4 and have them build a 4 sided pyramid using foam poster boards. I have my students research appropriate dimensions and nets of pyramids, rather than providing them for him. However, do what works best for your

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, Writing

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Assessment, Simulations

Agricultural Revolution Socratic Seminar

Created by

SS Day and Night

This is a complete product to take you, and your students, through a Socratic Seminar type lesson, which I call a "historical dialogue." According to the administrator who observed me during it, it is "The textbook definition of teacher facilitation of a student-driven lesson."Included:Explanation of a historical dialogue including rules and expectations, along with the opportunity for students to create their own rules, and sentence starters. An inquiry question, and graphic organizers for stud

Subjects:

Ancient History, Geography, Social Studies - History

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Activities, DBQs, Simulations

Silk Road Simulation

Created by

Dem INK

This simulation mimics the transfer of goods along the Silk road. It is an excellent starting point to the history of Ancient China, the spread of disease, and the Europeans conquest of the Americas

Subjects:

Ancient History, Economics , Social Studies - History

Grades:

7th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Simulations