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Holidays ancient history webquests
Christmas Around the World DIGITAL Escape Room: Amazing Race Breakout
Take your students on an adventure of a lifetime! Your students' applications have been selected to participate in the holiday edition of The Amazing Race! They will complete challenges in this completely PAPERLESS adventure to learn about holiday traditions around the world and reach the ultimate destination, the North Pole. {Click PREVIEW to see a new and improved video preview that walks you through features of this product!}If you are familiar with Breakout EDU, this is a digital escape r
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â BREAKOUT GROWING BUNDLE: All Digital Escape Rooms!
Human Impact on the Environment Webquest Activity | Earth Day Climate Change
Great Earth Day activity! This webquest makes learning about the human impact on the environment easy and engaging! Students will learn about: Primary human impacts on the environment and services provide by natureThe Anthropocene and how long impacts will lastBiodiversity lossPopulation growth over timeThe Great Pacific Garbage Patch Global deforestation Carbon footprintsStudents will access subject matter and student appropriate digital resources, including videos and an interactive quiz, and
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6th - 12th
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The First Thanksgiving Webquest | Thanksgiving Reading and Writing Activities
Looking for an engaging way to integrate technology into your Thanksgiving lesson plan? Your students will love this Thanksgiving Webquest Activity! Whether you are in a 1:1 classroom or only have access to a couple of computers or tablets, this Thanksgiving activity is a winner! Students will use their technology, reading comprehension, and writing skills as they venture into the First Thanksgiving. In this Thanksgiving activity, students will use the Webquest to visit 5 websites about the Firs
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2nd - 5th
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Julius Caesar - Webquest with Key (Ancient Rome) Google Docs Included
Julius Caesar - Webquest with Key (Ancient Rome) - This 10 page document contains a webquest and teachers key related to the history of Julius Caesar during Ancient Rome. It contains 31 questions from a great history website. It comes with a Google Docs version and a PDF version to allow the teacher versatility in the classroom.Your students will learn about the life of Julius Caesar in Ancient Rome. It covers all of the major people, themes and events related to the life of Julius Caesar in An
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5th - 12th
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Day of the Dead/ El DĂa de los Muertos Webquest
This is an awesome cultural activity that has students researching Day of the Dead on their own. They are engaged and busy the whole hour! This internet research activity is perfect for sub plans or having time in class yourself to get caught up on grading! Students can work independently or in groups, on paper or on Google Slides... whatever works best for your classroom environment!Included:- Four-page worksheet packet - Digital Google Slides version- Answer keyHow to use this resource:- Print
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Day of the Dead Lessons Bundle of Secondary Resources in English
Holidays Around the World - Christmas Research Project - Passport - Google
Your students will love this Christmas Around the World Web Quest AND Doll Project. It is now available in PDF (Printable) as well as PowerPoint, and GOOGLE for Distance Learning.Students conduct research using a web quest that is set up for them. I have approved the sites given and only chose countries that are found on all the sites so that their research will be successful. Please keep in mind that sites are subject to change or get deleted, so double-check before the project day and email me
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in:Â Christmas Literacy Bundle of Activities Great for Centers!
Digital Earth Day Activities - Reading Passages & Questions, Writing Activities
Engage your students with Earth Day activities this year with this digital earth day writing and reading resource. This resource comes equipped with the paperless tools you need to teach your students all about Earth Day! This paperless resource engages students and doesn't require any print copies! Use these activities during whole group lessons or in stations! It is also perfect for distance learning. Your students will LOVE learning about earth day, while also taking part in reducing paper w
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â Earth Day Reading Passages, Earth Day Writing Prompts and Activities BUNDLE
Civil Rights Movement - Webquest with Teachers Key (American History)
10 page webquest and teachers key related to the basic history of the Civil Rights Movement in the USA. It contains 44 questions from the history.com website which includes interesting videos and extra information.Your students will learn about how the Civil Rights Movement impacted society in general and the major contributions it made to the advances in equality rights in the United States. Specifically, your students will learn about how the time led to change in society through a series of i
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6th - 12th
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St. Patrick's Day DIGITAL Escape Room: Irish History Amazing Race Breakout
Totally Paperless! Visit 5 mystery locations across Ireland and Northern Ireland learning about Irish culture and history in this digital escape room! NOTE: This product does not go in depth into St. Patrick's life or history. Students learn at the first location that St. Patrick's day was originally a religious holiday, but today it is a celebration of all things Irish. This breakout goes in depth into Irish culture, history, geography, music and literature, World Heritage Sites, and more.If
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3rd - 6th
Also included in:Â BREAKOUT GROWING BUNDLE: All Digital Escape Rooms!
Underground Railroad and Harriet Tubman - Webquest Bundle (Google Docs)
Underground Railroad and Harriet Tubman - Webquest Bundle - Webquest bundle with one webquest for the Underground Railroad and the other for Harriet Tubman. Totals 20 pages related to Underground Railroad and Harriet Tubman in the United States and the its role during the history of American slavery. It contains 62 questions from a great history website, and comes with detailed teacher keys and Google Docs.With this webquest, your students will analyse text from the history website. Specificall
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5th - 10th
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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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The Science of Christmas WebQuest
This engaging webquest can be completed individually, with partners, or in groups. The purpose of this webquest is for students to learn about science that can explain Christmas phenomena. They will investigate how Santa fitting through small spaces can be explained by characteristics of a giant octopus, what is special about reindeer noses and bioluminescence, the history of Christmas lights, and more! Students will love studying science with Christmas as the topic.This activity guides stude
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â WebQuest GROWING Bundle
Alexander the Great - Webquest with Key (Google Doc Included)
Alexander the Great Webquest with Key - This 8 page document contains a webquest and teachers key related to the basics of the life of Alexander the Great. It contains 21 questions from a great history website.Your students will learn about the impact of Alexander the Great in history and on modern leaders. Specifically, your students will learn about the military conquest that Alexander the Great carried out against the Persian Empire. Overall, your students will appreciate Alexander the Great
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5th - 10th
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Black History Month Webquest Digital Activity Google Doc™ or Paper No Prep
Looking for a no-prep Black History Month digital activity you can use TODAY in your classroom to ensure your students are learning about important topics in Black History? This webquest is ready to go either on paper or editable digital version ready to post on Google Classroom. Use either format as long as your students have internet access.WHAT'S INCLUDED- 21-question webquest - two file formats (editable digital Google Doc™ or non-editable PDF)- Answer key- Choice grid with nine extension ac
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Webquests for Middle School Social Studies Google Docs™
Ancient Greece - Webquest with Key (33 Questions with Google Doc)
Ancient Greece - Webquest with Key (33 Questions with Google Doc) - This 10 page document contains a webquest and teachers key related to the history of Ancient Greece. It contains 33 questions a great history website on multiple different pages.Your students will learn about the history of Ancient Greece. It covers all of the major themes and events of Ancient Greece. Specifically, your students will learn about the basic history and significance of Ancient Greece, including: the daily life for
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5th - 10th
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Martin Luther King Jr Activities: MLK Writing and Research Project
Are you looking for a research-based project to help your students learn about the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr? This student-led WebQuest will take students through a variety of websites to research Martin Luther King Jr. and his life. Your students will learn to navigate through articles, stories, songs, and more as they complete meaningful activities.Student-friendly sites include songs, read-aloud stories, biographies, facts, and more. YouTube links are shared through a Safe Share
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2nd - 5th
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New Year's Around the World DIGITAL Escape Room: Amazing Race Breakout
Who will be the first to reach the Times Square Ball Drop in New York? If you are familiar with Breakout EDU, this New Year's Around the World digital escape room is completely PAPERLESS! Students will visit 8 countries:AustraliaPhilippinesSouth AfricaGreeceSpainColombiaGermanyBrazilIceland+Info about USAStudents read the content about each country to answer the questions and use critical thinking skills to solve the puzzles and unlock the codes. There are clues to help them unlock each section
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3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â BREAKOUT GROWING BUNDLE: All Digital Escape Rooms!
Slavery in America: A WebQuest Activity with Google Slides™ - Slave Trade
This Slavery WebQuest Activity allows students to learn about various aspects of the cruelties of life as a slave in America. This is an interactive, hands-on way to learn about slavery and the slave trade that incorporates technology and reading comprehension skills. It comes with both a printable and a digital format for use with Google Slides™. Topics Included: The Triangular TradeThe Middle PassagePunishments for Teaching a Slave to ReadHarriet TubmanHenry's Freedom BoxIncludes extra explora
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4th - 6th
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Hispanic Heritage Month Activity A Research WebQuest
Do you want to help your students learn about Hispanic heritage? Do you want to create an inclusive classroom environment and support diversity? Then download this Hispanic Heritage Month Activity A Research WebQuest! This comprehensive research project allows students to explore the history, culture, people, and more about Hispanics living in our country. This is all you need to celebrate this month! No background knowledge needed by you or the students! This research activity is perfect for Hi
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7th - 10th
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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Black History Month WebQuest Activity | February Project on Google Slides
Help your students learn about Black History Month with this fun and engaging webquest activity. This Black History month project will be the perfect way to learn about and research the importance of Black History month. In this WebQuest, students will click through links and watch a video about Black History month and learn about why we recognize February as Black History month. A great introduction to use in February or any time of the year. Students will fill out the included graphic organiz
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4th - 6th
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Ancient Egypt - Webquest with Key (History.com)
12 page webquest and teachers key related to Ancient Egypt. It contains 28 questions from the history.com website and is great for introducing or reviewing the history of Egypt.Your students will learn about the different kingdoms, dynasties and rulers of Ancient Egypt. Specifically, your students will learn about the important people, events and themes of life at the time and will have an understanding of life for Ancient Egyptians and their culture and beliefs. A great tool for covering the
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5th - 10th
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Winter Solstice Virtual Field Trip Science and Solstice Holidays for Google
Winter holidays are almost here so it is time to celebrate the Winter Solstice with this virtual field trip! Learn what creates Earth's rotation and seasons and the science and cultural holidays around the solstice! Perfect for science or social studies classes!Take a Virtual Field Trip:Watch a video to learn what the solstices are and how they are formedWatch a video from around the world to learn about festivals and solstice celebrations around the globeTry a 3D VR simulation of Earth's tilt a
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3rd - 12th
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Also included in:Â Holidays Around the World and Holiday Fun Mega Bundle for Google Classroom
Planet Earth and Earth Day WebQuest Digital Activity Compatible w Google Slides
This web quest is perfect for Earth Day or ANY day! Students will learn all about our planet, the Earth Day holiday, environmental awareness, recycling, and more! Throughout the quest, students will visit three different websites to read, research, and share the information they learn. The product contains a twelve page web quest along with an accompanying answer key. Quest tasks include exploration, research, literal comprehension, identification, description, inference, application, connection
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2nd - 6th
Also included in: Holiday WebQuests Internet Activities Compatible with Google Slides™
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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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