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Higher education ancient history resources for Easel
African Kingdoms in the Middle Ages Activity | Medieval Africa Centers
This African Kingdoms in the Middle Ages Activity will save you time and stress as you introduce your students to the significant civilizations of Africa during Medieval times while students practice vital Social Studies skills. It includes center or investigation cards on the origination and location, wealth, leadership, and decline of Ghana, Mali, Songhai, the Eastern Kingdoms, and the Central & Southern Kingdoms. Skills Practiced:Reading for ContentTopic Investigation & Categorizatio
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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World Religions Investigation and Comparison Centers or Stations Activity
Introduce your students to the major World Religions with this Investigation and Comparison Centers Activity that hits the Social Studies skills as it addresses World and Geography concepts and standards. This is a complete centers activity for the investigation and comparison of the major world religions. Easily set it up as stations, a gallery walk, or table folders for students to work on individually or in small groups.Students will visit each center to see vivid images and to read concise
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: World Religions Comparison Centers Activity & ORQ Writing Bundle
World Religions Matching Card Game Review Activity
World Religions Card GameIncluded are 36 terms or concepts on the 5 Major World Religions. I cut each in a strip, laminate the cards, and pass them out to my students as a review game. The students must take their card and match with their classmates to complete the characteristics of the religion. They then must tell me 3 more facts about the religion to win the competition. Great for review!Need a great resource to introduce the 5 major world religions? See this activity:World Religions C
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Greek Mythology Unit | Ancient Greece Activities | 6th-10th Grades
Help your students see Greek myths in a whole new light with this Greek Mythology Unit. This complete 6-week curriculum introduces the structure and purpose of myths in society, highlighting the similarities of mythology to the modern day. This helps students identify the enduring patterns and motifs in mythology that represent human experiences and behavior even today, thousands of years later. ● Encourages learning while having fun: Developed to create a truly immersive learning experience, th
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6th - 10th, Higher Education
Paleolithic and Neolithic Revolution Matching Vocabulary
This matching vocabulary activity contains TWENTY words and key terms on Paleolithic and Neolithic Revolution. The answer key is included with no prep needed!The vocabulary words included are hunter-gatherers, slash-and-burn farming, Paleolithic Revolution, Neolithic Revolution, nomads, cave paintings, spears, Agricultural Revolution, domestication, Catal Huyuk, surplus, natural disasters, crops, migrate, technology, artifacts, civilization, archaeologists, edible and foraging.******************
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
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Introduction to Ancient Rome
Introduce your students to the world of the Ancient Romans!This resource outlines: the founding of the city of Rome the origins of the Roman Republic the transition to the Roman Empirean introduction to Roman political system and social classesan overview of Roman life and public spaceskey Roman innovations in engineering and architecture, including in concrete, brickmaking, arches, and vaultscultural exchanges throughout the Roman world and Mediterraneanthe city of Pompeiimuch more!Also include
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
World Religions Unit Project - AP World History Foundations
This unit project asks students to compare the 5 major world religions as a foundation to the first unit for AP World History. (Could be modified for any course with a World Religions Unit). Students must investigate the religions, further study two chosen religions, interview local followers, read primary sources, view current events on the religions, and write a comparative essay at the end. Rubric is part of assignment handout with project scored at 100 points. Includes:Student Directions
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Early Humans Reading Activity
This reading focuses on early hominids such as Cro-Magnons, Neanderthals, Homo Erectus, Homo Habilis and Australopithecines. Included in this packet are engaging activities paired with the reading. There are graphic organizer, fill in the blanks and short answer responses for students to compare and contrast the unique characteristics of different hominid species. Answer keys are included!Check out similar products below on the SAME TOPIC!Early Humans Matching VocabularyPaleolithic and Neolithic
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
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Early Humans Matching Vocabulary
This matching vocabulary activity contains TWENTY words and key terms on Early Humans. The answer key is included with no prep needed!The vocabulary words included are prehistory, hominids, Paleolithic Age, Neolithic Age, homo sapiens, Africa, cave paintings, cro-magnons, neanderthals, homo erectus, homo habilis, migration, tools, archaeologists, Mary Leakey, artifacts, anthropologists, culture, paleontologists and Lucy.Check out similar products below on the SAME TOPIC!Early Humans Reading Acti
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
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Key Features of Civilizations Matching Vocabulary
This matching vocabulary activity contains TWENTY words and key terms on Key Features of Civilizations. The answer key is included with no prep needed!The vocabulary words included are scribes, specialized, social classes, barter, city, civilizations, stylus, irrigation systems, thriving, technology, Ur, cuneiform, artisans, agricultural, ziggurat, merchants, institutions, quipu, Bronze Age and Sumer. ***********************************************************************************************
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
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Ancient Roman Art Choice Board Activity | Ancient Rome
This resource contains choice boards featuring major works of Roman art and monumental architecture. Students can select a work and draft a free response based on a prompt.These choice boards can used as an at-home or classroom activity and are perfect for hybrid or distance learning. Included is a printer-friendly handout version and a full-color digital Easel version!This resource is a terrific companion to the Ancient Rome: Art History and Major Works of Art and Roman History and Art Timeline
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Global Art History: Seeing the Past Growing Bundle
Philosophy Crash Course #38: Aristotle and Virtue Theory Questions and Key
These questions go with Crash Course Philosophy #38: Aristotle and Virtue Theory. Crash Course videos are a great way to introduce big topics in a digestible way. Use these questions to keep your students accountable. Included are two parts: Part 1 questions are simple video recall questions that focus on the most important points in Aristotle's Virtue Theory. You will find 4 video recall questions in this set. Part 2 questions are designed to elicit paragraph answers that require students to co
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Introduction to the Etruscans - Etruscan Civilization Presentation
This resource guides your students to the world of the Ancient Etruscans!Included are 18 slides that can be used as a classroom presentation or as study cards.This resource outlines the geography of Ancient Etruria, Etruscan cultural exchanges with Greece and the wider Mediterranean world, the creation of necropoli, Etruscan architecture, the assimilation of Etruria into Rome and much more! Relevant art history terms are defined throughout.Also included is a digital Easel assessment to gauge stu
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: AP Art History Growing Bundle
Egyptian History and Art Timeline Activity
Included in this resource are two timelines, outlining key events in Egyptian history and the creation of major Egyptian works of art and architecture.Also included are two fill-in-the-blank timelines that can be used as an at-home or classroom activity. Printable and digital Easel versions are available!Use these timelines as an in-person or digital handout to help teach and reinforce courses and lessons on Ancient Egyptian history and/or art.This resource is a terrific companion to the Ancient
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Global Art History: Seeing the Past Growing Bundle
Ancient Egyptian Art Choice Boards Activity | Ancient Egypt
This resource contains choice boards featuring major works of Egyptian art and monumental architecture. Students can select a work and draft a free response based on a prompt. These choice boards can used as an at-home or classroom activity and are perfect for hybrid or distance learning. Included is a printer-friendly handout version and a full-color digital Easel version!This resource is a companion to the Ancient Egypt: Art History and Major Works of Art presentation and assessment resource.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Global Art History: Seeing the Past Growing Bundle
Ancient Egypt Art History and Major Works of Art
Teach your students about Ancient Egyptian art history, and major works of art. Included are 45 slides outlining 9 major works that can be used as a presentation or as study cards. This resource outlines the geography of Ancient Egypt, ages of Egyptian civilization, the role of art in Egyptian religion and funerary traditions, an overview of hieroglyphics, common art materials, the role of color, the influence of nature, an overview of cultural exchanges with surrounding and later civilizations,
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Global Art History: Seeing the Past Growing Bundle
Ancient Rome: Art History and Major Works of Art
Teach your students about Ancient Roman art history, and major works of art. Included are 80 slides outlining: the history of Ancient Rome, from the founding of Rome to the Roman Republic and Empirethe role of art in Roman culture and governmentRoman life, social classes, and public spaceskey Roman innovations in engineering and architecture, including the development of concrete, arches, and vaultsRoman paintings and frescoes, sculpture, and mosaicscultural exchanges throughout the Roman world
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Global Art History: Seeing the Past Growing Bundle
Utilitarianism Philosophy Crash Course #36 Questions and Answer Key
These questions go with Crash Course Philosophy #36: Utilitarianism. Crash Course videos are a great way to introduce big topics in a digestible way. Use these questions to keep your students accountable. Included are two parts: Part 1 questions are simple video recall questions that focus on the most important points in utilitarianism. You will find 4 video recall questions in this set. Part 2 questions are designed to elicit paragraph answers that require students to consider the philosophical
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Ancient Egypt. Reading. PPTx. Quiz. Flashcards. Video. History. ELA.
A unique product all about Ancient Egypt. Students watch a video about Ancient Egypt (or use the pptx presentation), learn facts and take notes. Complete the included graphic organizer. Then research and learn more about Ancient Egypt with included lesson materials. Includes Quizlet set to study vocabulary and access to an online reader. (click play)You'll receive.- PDF file with the reader, quiz and links to additional resources (last page) - Lesson Materials (link last page). Reading, activ
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Ancient Egypt: Art and Architecture of Luxor Temple (Full 3D scan of Temple)
Take your students on an exclusive all-access field trip to Luxor Temple with a guided tour, lesson plan, activities, discussion questions, in-depth articles, and more. Students will be in awe of the ancient temple and learn about Ancient Egyptian religion, festivals, and daily life in Luxor. More than just 360-degree views, this is an exclusive guided tour and walkthrough of a brand new 3d scan of the entire temple. In recent news, Luxor Temple has been featured by the Egyptian Ministry of Tour
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Ancient Greece Article CLOSE READ on history, Delphi, theater, influences w/KEY
This lesson is a close reading of an article that includes 7 responses for students on:The myth behind the Temple of Delphi and its purpose for examining one's lifeThe Greece city-statesThe purpose of the Greek dramasThe impact of ancient Greece on modern livesWhy we study ancient GreeceTEACHER KEYThe questions draw on sections of the article but also require students to infer, draw conclusions, and explain their positions on choosing relevant information in the text.This is an effective pre-rea
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Ancient Etruscan Art History and Major Works of Art
Teach your students about Ancient Etruscan art history, and major works of art.Included are 29 slides outlining 3 major works of Etruscan art that can be used as a presentation or as study cards.This resource outlines the geography of Ancient Etruria, Etruscan cultural exchanges with Greece and the wider Mediterranean world, the role of art in Etruscan religious and funerary traditions and the creation of necropoli, common art materials, Etruscan architecture, the assimilation of Etruria into Ro
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Global Art History: Seeing the Past Growing Bundle
Ancient Rome. History. Reader. Presentation. Lesson Materials. Quiz. Online.
A unique product all about Ancient Rome. Students watch a video about Ancient Rome (or use the pptx presentation), learn facts and take notes. Complete the included graphic organizer. Then research and learn more about Ancient Rome with included lesson materials. Includes Quizlet set to study vocabulary and access to an online reader. (click the logo on the first page).You'll receive.- PDF file with the reader, quiz and links to additional resources (last page) - Lesson Materials (link last pa
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Roman History and Art Timeline Activity
Included in this resource are two timelines, outlining key events in Roman history and the creation of major Roman works of art and architecture. Also included are two fill-in-the-blank timelines that can be used as an at-home or classroom activity. Printable and digital Easel versions are available!Use these timelines as an in-person or digital handout to help teach and reinforce courses and lessons on Ancient Roman history and/or art.This resource is a terrific companion to the Introduction to
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Global Art History: Seeing the Past Growing 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?
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