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4th grade ancient history webquests
Ancient China Webquest (Daily Life)
Ancient China Daily Life Webquest:Students will gain a basic understanding of daily life in Ancient China through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below:http://china.mrdonn.org/index.htmlClick here to view the website.The webquest contains 40 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional website link. This great activity can be used to introduce or further enhance your students' knowledge
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4th - 10th
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Great Wall of China - Webquest with Key
Great Wall of China - Webquest with Key - This 6 page document contains a webquest and teachers key related to the basic history of the Great Wall of China. It contains 18 questions from the history.com website.Your students will learn about the early history and creation of the Great Wall of China. It covers all of the major people, themes and events that impact the history of the Great Wall of China. Specifically, your students will learn about the creation of the Great Wall of China, how it c
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4th - 9th
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Maya, Inca, and Aztec Webquest Bundle
The bundle contains three webquests about the Maya, Inca, and Aztec civilizations. Students will use kid-friendly websites to answer the questions. I have included answer keys. Please message me if you have any questions. *The documents can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; however, please make sure it is password protected. The Maya Webquest (40 questions)Topics: Geography Government Daily Life Religion Sacrifice Inventions Hieroglyphics Ball Games Agriculture Pyramids Justice, Court
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4th - 9th
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Olympics in Ancient Greece Webquest
This webquest allows students to learn about the Olympics in Ancient Greece using the great BBC BiteSize History series, which was designed for use in classrooms grade 4-8.This webquest works great as a way to integrate technology into the classroom. The site is advertisement free and includes interactive pictures to foster a better understanding the Olympics in Ancient Greece and having fun along the way. Videos embedded in the website may not work, and because of this they are not included i
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4th - 8th
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Mesopotamia Webquest (Sumerians, Babylonians, Assyrians)
Mesopotamia Webquest (Sumerians, Babylonians, Assyrians)Students will gain a basic understanding of the many great civilizations that lived in Mesopotamia through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below:Click here to view the website.I would like to thank Illumismart for the wonderful clip art!The webquest contains 70 questions and an answer key is included for the
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4th - 9th
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Egyptian Hieroglyphics Activities | Web Search Scavenger Hunt | Writing
(Hieroglyphics; Ancient Egypt; Egyptian Hieroglyphics; Writing Hieroglyphics)This bundle includes two of my Ancient Egyptian activities using hieroglyphics. Please note that this resource is also included in my "Less Mess" Ancient Egypt Interactive Notebook Activities. 1. Website Sleuths- Egyptian HieroglyphicsYour students will enjoy being "web detectives" with this web scavenger hunt activity on Egyptian hieroglyphics. Students will use the provided website to look up the answers to ten questi
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3rd - 7th
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Greek Mythology: Gods, Goddesses, and Heroes Webquest
Students will gain basic knowledge about the mythology of Ancient Greece by completing a webquest. The website allows students to explore the gods, goddesses, and demi-gods of Ancient Greece in a very kid friendly website. I recommend this webquest for grades 4-9. The following key ideas are covered in this webquest:The TitansThe OlympiansHerculesAchilles Please check out the website at:http://www.ducksters.com/history/ancient_greece.phpClick here to view the websiteI would like to thank Glitter
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4th - 9th
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Website Sleuths: Maya, Inca & Aztec Bundle | Web/ Internet Search Activity
Your students will enjoy being "web detectives" with this web scavenger hunt activity about the Maya, Incas, and Aztecs.. Students will use the provided website to look up the answers to twenty questions about each of these three ancient civilizations (sixty questions total).This resource contains the following three resources at a discounted bundle rate:Website Sleuths- The MayaWebsite Sleuths- The IncasWebsite Sleuths- The AztecsSpace is provided under each question for students to write the a
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4th - 7th
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Ancient Egypt Unit | Activity Pages | Interactive Notebook Activities
My "Less Mess" Ancient Egypt Unit Activity Pages/Interactive Notebook Activities are ready to use whether you are using interactive notebooks in your classroom or not! They can even function as worksheets if needed. Make learning about pharaohs, pyramids, hieroglyphics, Hatshepsut, King Tut, gods and goddesses, mummification the Three Kingdoms of Egypt, etc. come ALIVE! For notebooks, they allow for two simple steps: cut around the border and glue it in. That’s it! They are perfect for teachers
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4th - 7th
Ancient Greece Webquest
The assignment contains 43 questions about the geography, major cities, early civilizations, decline/fall, and legacy of Ancient Greece. Students will use kid-friendly websites to answer the questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *Great lesson plan! *The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; however, please make sure it is password protected. Topics/Key Vocabulary:Geography Aegean SeaMount Olympus Peloponnese Athens Athena Par
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4th - 8th
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Fall of Ancient Rome - Webquest with Key (Google Doc Included)
Fall of Ancient Rome - Webquest with Key (Google Doc Included)
Your students will learn about the history and main concepts of the Fall or Collapse of Ancient Rome. It covers all of the major principles, examples and ideas related to the Fall of Ancient Rome. Specifically, your students will learn about the history and people including the Fall of Ancient Rome's relation to the invasion of outsiders, economic crisis, rise of Christianity and more! A great tool to teach the Fall of Ancient Rome
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4th - 10th
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King Tut WebQuest - Ancient Egyptian History - Ancient Civilizations
This is a webquest designed to give students historical background knowledge about King Tut and his role in ancient Egyptian history. During the internet hunt they use a variety of strategies and skills that will prepare them to do research using the internet as well as reading for information. I've included a writing assignment and word search for fast finishers or reinforcement.I added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answer boxes for your st
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4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt Bundle of 5 Webquests -Egyptian History
Early Humans Webquest (Hunter-Gatherers, Fire, Cave Art, Hominids, etc.)
These two pages are meant to be introductory activities for students at the beginning of a unit studying the Early Humans (introducing topics such as hunter-gatherers, beginnings in Africa, hominids, fire, hunting practices, cave art, etc.). It can be used to introduce a unit or review before a test! All questions are written in such a way that they can be answered rather quickly using a computer.Included are two different webquest sheets, both focusing on introductory material such as:- Pre-His
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4th - 7th
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Ancient Egypt WebQuest
Ancient Egypt WebQuest - Helps students explore Ancient Egypt through websites that feature interactive games, activities, videos, and text. Students go on an "ancient expedition" that will keep them engaged and motivated. My students have enjoyed doing this project as an independent activity or partner activity. I am providing both the PDF and WORD versions. I use the WORD version and make it available for my students to access and save. They are then able to type directly onto the WORD do
Grades:
4th - 8th
Archaeology & the Stone Age Unit | Activity Pages | Notebook Activities
My "Less Mess" Archaeology & the Stone Age Activity Pages/Notebook Activities are ready to use whether you are using interactive notebooks in your classroom or not! Make learning about archaeology, fossils, artifacts, Mary Leakey, cave art, hunter gatherers, stone tools, modern humans, farming, the Neolithic Agricultural Revolution, specialization, the Paleolithic Era, the Neolithic Era, etc. come ALIVE!For notebooks, they allow for two simple steps: cut around the border and glue it in. Tha
Grades:
4th - 7th
Persian Empire and Persian Wars Webquest
Persian Empire and Persian Wars WebquestStudents will gain a basic understanding of the many great achievements and leaders of the Persian Empire. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below:Click here to view the website.I would like to thank Illumismart for the wonderful clip art!The webquest contains 50 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with th
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4th - 9th
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Website Sleuths- Mesopotamia (Fertile Crescent) | Web Search Activity
Your students will enjoy being "web detectives" with this web scavenger hunt/webquest/ internet search activity on Ancient Mesopotamia/the Fertile Crescent. Students will use the provided website to look up the answers to twenty questions on this ancient civilization. Please note that this resource is also included in my "Less Mess" Mesopotamia/Fertile Crescent Interactive Notebook Activities as well. Please note that this resource is also included in my Mesopotamia/Fertile Crescent Web Search
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4th - 7th
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Achievements of Ancient China Webquest
Achievements of Ancient China WebquestStudents will gain a basic understanding of the many great achievements of Ancient China through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below:Click here to view the website.I would like to thank Roly Poly Designs for the wonderful clip art!The webquest contains 68 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is
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4th - 9th
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Rome Daily Life Webquest and Answer Sheet
Ancient Rome Webquest:Students will gain basic knowledge about Ancient Rome by completing an internet-based worksheet. The Ancient Rome Webquest uses a great website which allows students to explore the daily life of Ancient Romans.Click here to view the website.The following topics are covered in this webquest:Gods and GoddessDaily Life in the Roman EmpireSocial ClassesSportsHolidays and Festivals AchievementsThe webquest contains forty questions and is a great way to introduce or have students
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4th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Western Civilization Webquest Collection: Ancient Greece to the Renaissance
Ancient Egypt Bundle of 5 Webquests -Egyptian History
The webquest collection includes The Boy Pharaoh King Tut, Cleopatra, Woman of Mystery, All About the Pyramids, The Great Sphinx of Ancient Egypt, and Ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses. This collection is designed to give students research experience and historical background knowledge about Ancient Egypt. During the search, they use a variety of strategies and skills that will prepare them to do research using the internet. This bundle includes five WebQuests that are offered in my store s
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4th - 8th
Ancient to Modern India Webquest
The Ancient to Modern India Webquest has 55 questions. An answer sheet is included for the teacher. Students will answer questions from the following great website.Click here to view the website.The following topics are covered in this webquest:Geography and Weather of IndiaThe Cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-DaroThe AryansThe Caste SystemHinduismBuddhismAshoka and the Mauryan EmpireMuslims in India/Mughul EmpireThe Europeans in India/British EmpireGandhiIndia Since IndependenceDepending on the gr
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4th - 9th
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Ancient Israel Monarchy Three Kings BUNDLE
This bundle includes my reading passage on the three Israelite kings (Saul, David, and Solomon) and my analysis worksheets on each king. Here are the descriptions of each:Three Kings of the Israelite Monarchy Reading Passage:This is a reading passage that attempts to discuss the Israelite Golden Age and government during the reign of three Israelite kings (Saul, David, Solomon). You can give students 5 questions, 10 questions, or 15 questions to review what they read. There are definitions, mul
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4th - 8th
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Website Sleuths Ancient Egypt (Religion and the Afterlife) | Web Search Activity
{Ancient Egypt, Egypt, Ancient Egyptian, Ancient Egypt unit, Egypt unit, Ancient Egypt activities; Egypt Web Search}Your students will enjoy being "web detectives" with this web scavenger hunt activity on religion and the afterlife in Ancient Egypt. Students will use the provided website to look up the answers to twenty questions on this ancient civilization. Space is provided under each question for students to write the answers in their own words. An answer key is also provided for teacher con
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3rd - 7th
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Daily Life in Ancient Egypt Webquest and Answer Sheet
Students will gain basic knowledge about the ancient Egyptians by completing an internet based worksheet. The following topics are covered in this webquest:Daily LifeReligionArchitecturePetsGovernment CultureThe webquest contains thirty questions and is a great introduction to a unit on Ancient Egypt. An answer sheet is included for the teacher. Special thanks for the clip art from The Artventurous Life. The information for this webquest is from the following website.http://egypt.mrdonn.org/ind
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4th - 10th
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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.
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