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Higher education ancient history resources for Microsoft PowerPoint
World History Complete Curriculum PowerPoint Package (16 Units/800 slides)
Get my Complete World History Curriculum Here ($30 - great value!)Every slide that you need to teach a full year of World History! This resource contains 16 units worth of visually engaging, fully editable Power Point slides to take your students from the earliest humans all the way through the Cold War. Each presentation contains maps, key figures, key terms in differentiated font, "look ins", key concepts and more. Edit as needed or use exactly as it is.Topics Covered River Valley Civiliz
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Ancient Egypt: Egyptian Mythology & Spiritual Beliefs
All the foundational information your students need to build their knowledge, interest, and skills upon. Concise information in point form with stunning images and thought-provoking questions. **The Egyptian's connection with death and resurrection was central to their worldview. Their spiritual beliefs were shaped by their natural world and provided guidance to their lives.Google App Links are on the Teacher Instructions Sheet!Topics covered in this lesson include:♦ The Nature of Egyptian Relig
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt Bundle
Ancient Egypt Bundle
Buy all seven Ancient Egypt presentations and save. These dynamic presentations from the pre-dynastic period to the end of the New Kingdom provide visuals, video links, guided notes, and reflection questions to keep your students engaged for the entire lesson. Two versions of each lesson! The first is a Presentation - PowerPoint/Google Slides - for those teachers who know the topic and want to guide their students through the material. There are links to Youtube and Vimeo in the presentations
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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What Is a Myth? (Presentation + Guided Questions + Handout + Key)
Before embarking on a mythology unit, it's important to establish exactly what a myth is. This presentation (available in three different formats) makes the basics of a myth clear for students grades 6-12. Using high-quality images of examples from world mythology, this presentation defines a myth, cites the functions of a myth, gives seven common elements of myths, categorizes myths into three basic groups (etiological, historical, and psychological), and provides reasons for modern students to
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
History of Astronomy- Famous Astronomers, Geocentric, Heliocentric
This PowerPoint is an updated version of the old power point, it has all of the same information, but goes into more depth with 67 more slides of information, activities, assessments, and small projects to do during the unit. This should now take a good couple of weeks to cover in depth and to complete all of the activities. It not only details the major events in the history of astronomy, examining the famous astronomers, such as Ptolemy, Copernicus, Brahe, Keppler, Galileo, It covers the ma
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Ancient History: Discovering Otzi the Iceman
This PowerPoint looks at the discovery of Otzi the Iceman. The PowerPoint examines what the remains tell us and the significance of the find. Included are two embedded documentaries. Also included is an inquiry based assessment task and marking criteria on 'The Iceman Murder". This is a great resource for any Ancient History Teacher.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
Ancient Greece Bundle
Buy all seven Ancient Greece presentations and save. These dynamic presentations on Ancient Greece provide visuals, video links, guided notes, and reflection questions to keep your students engaged for the entire lesson. Google App Links are on the Teacher Instructions Sheet!Lesson 1 : The Minoan and Mycenaean CivilizationsThis free lesson is added to the bundle for convenience.The Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations existed in a time that the Greeks called the heroic age, a time when Achilles f
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Greek & Roman Art History-Ancient World Middle & High School Bundle
Art History-Ancient World Bundle Ancient Art and Architecture Growing Bundle allows you to lock in now for this price and receive all the new products for no additional cos for those who lock in now!!!This bundle will expand and the price will increase!!!Art History-Ancient World Bundle includes:1. Greek Architecture PowerPointArt History- Greek Architecture- Art HistoryGreek Architecture! Greek Architecture!I love Greek Architecture! Who doesn't love Greek architecture!? Greek Architecture ha
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
Ancient Rome Bundle
Buy all seven Ancient Rome presentations and save. These dynamic presentations on Ancient Rome provide visuals, video links, guided notes, and reflection questions to keep your students engaged for the entire lesson. Google App Links are on the Teacher Instructions Sheet!Lesson 1: Birth of the Roman RepublicRome began as a small village on a hill by a river. It grew into one of the greatest empires in history. The story of how that journey began is a mix of legend and truth. From this mix arose
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Ancient Greece: Golden Age of Athens and the Peloponnesian War
All the foundational information your students need to build their knowledge, interest, and skills upon. Concise information in point form with stunning images and thought-provoking questions. **For a brief shining moment in history the cultural heart of the Western World was Athens. From this city, democracy, philosophy, culture, and the arts were the centre of this society. This all came to a violent end when war erupted with Athen's eternal rival Sparta.Google App Links are on the Teacher Ins
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Ancient Greece Bundle
Greek Art & Architecture Powerpoint and Handout Bundle
Architecture/Greek Art and Architecture Bundle - PowerPoint and handoutGreek Art and Architecture has been an incredible influence in Western Art. These PowerPoints explore the achievements of Greek Art and highlights the key works that changed the history of art.2 Art History PowerPoints- 1 Greek Architecture(24 slides)Architecture- Ancient GreekI love Ancient Greek Architecture! Who doesn't love great architecture!?Architecture - Greek PowerPoint is a great instructional resource for the art
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
Ancient Rome: Birth and Spread of Christianity
All the foundational information your students need to build their knowledge, interest, and skills upon. Concise information in point form with stunning images and thought-provoking questions. **The beginnings of Christianity began slowly but once it began rolling it spread quickly. Against the backdrop of the Roman Empire this new religion found converts and would ultimately change the very civilization that had sought to repress it.Google App Links are on the Teacher Instructions Sheet!This pr
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Bundle
The Persian Empire | Ancient Civilizations | Digital Learning Pack
The Persian Empire was the greatest empire the world had ever seen. Great leaders like Cyrus the Great and Darius I helped to grow the empire with an innovative ruling style. Give your students the opportunity to examine the different aspects of Persian society that allowed it to thrive with this amazing pack of resources. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Persian Empire" Digital Learning Pack includes:1) Students will first compare the two powerful rulers of Persia, Cyrus the Great
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
China: Ancient China PPT - Dynasties Xia to Han
This is a History PowerPoint presentation that looks at Dynasties in Ancient China from the Xia to the Han periods. It has over 60 slides and is an excellent stimulus for anyone teaching Ancient China in Years 5 through to 12. Great resource for anyone teaching ancient history.
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Early Human Migration | Ancient Civilizations | Digital Learning Pack
As human civilization advanced, early humans began to move around the world. See where these people traveled and the new technology they created in order to survive new climates with this great pack of resources. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "Early Human Migration" Digital Learning Pack includes:1) Students will first use an interactive map to color the migration of humans across the world. Students will use a key to color different regions around the world. Next, students will answ
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Ancient Greece: Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic World
All the foundational information your students need to build their knowledge, interest, and skills upon. Concise information in point form with stunning images and thought-provoking questions. **Alexander Great is an individual who had a tremendous impact on the world. His stunning military achievements and opening up Europe to a much greater world would change the course of human history. The blending of cultures begun by his invasion of Asia would enrich the Western World for centuries to come
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Ancient Greece Bundle
Ancient Rome: Culture and Innovation during the Pax Romana
All the foundational information your students need to build their knowledge, interest, and skills upon. Concise information in point form with stunning images and thought-provoking questions. **During the Pax Romana Rome was at the height of its power and influence. During this period the Romans developed technologies that would be the wonder of the world and, after the fall or Rome, would not be duplicated for centuries.Google App Links are on the Teacher Instructions Sheet!This epic lesson sh
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Bundle
Ancient Rome: Fall of the Roman Empire
All the foundational information your students need to build their knowledge, interest, and skills upon. Concise information in point form with stunning images and thought-provoking questions. **The fall of the Roman Empire did not happen because of one reason. A number of factors contributed to the weakening of the state before if finally crumbled in the West in the late 5th century. It would continue in the East for many centuries though culturally it would evolve into something quite differen
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Bundle
Greek Epistemology Lesson High School Philosophy Allegory of the Cave Acivity
This high school philosophy lecture focuses on the Greek philosophers and epistemology. There is a 15-slide lecture that reviews Plato's Forms, The Allegory of the Cave, and the pre-Socratics. Each slide contains detailed lecture notes for the teacher and suggestions on when to complete the included activities. The speaker notes are designed with new philosophy teachers in mind so they guide you seamlessly through the lesson while covering the necessary ideas your students need. Included in this
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in:Â Philosophy Unit Bundle Epistemology and Being Human Lectures and Activities
*Ancient Athens Simulation* Democracy-Persian Wars-Pericles-Peloponnesian War!
The Ancient Athens simulation immerses students in the Rise and Fall of Ancient Athens through the eyes of two great Athenian leaders, Pericles & Themistocles. This is in essence, a guided notes activity which fosters student debate and collaboration as a class to evaluate and make decisions for each turn of the simulation. This activity engages students with the course content and helps them to get to know the circumstances in which Athenian democracy flourished on a more personal level th
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
World History PowerPoint #2: Prehistory & The Neolithic Revolution
Visually-Stunning PowerPoint with Rock-Solid World History!
I teach AP World History but my PowerPoints are used by all the World History teachers in my school. It’s perfect for whatever level you teach.
This 149 slide PowerPoint carefully explores prehistory and the Neolitihic Revolution, including the rise of the first agricultural societies. The PowerPoint includes class notes, high resolution photographs, political cartoons, artwork and maps, dozens of primary source excerpts, and question
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Introduction to Western Philosophy (PPTX)
This 36-slide PowerPoint has been created with both the instructor and student in mind. It was specifically created and used in an introductory philosophy course in a University. Some of the following questions are addressed:What is philosophy? What did Socrates, Aristotle, and Immanuel Kant say about it? What are the five main branches of philosophy? What is the etymology of the word "philosophy" in the Greek? It has been designed to be aesthetically pleasing, informative but not "cluttered," a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Bundle - Introduction to Philosophy (8 PPTX & 5 Worksheets/Handouts)
Ancient Rome: The Punic Wars
All the foundational information your students need to build their knowledge, interest, and skills upon. Concise information in point form with stunning images and thought-provoking questions. **Two great empires would face off in a series of devastating conflicts: Carthage and Rome. Only one would emerge as the ruler of the Mediterranean World. Google App Links are on the Teacher Instructions Sheet!Topics covered in this presentation include:♦ A brief background on Carthage♦ The Carthaginian Na
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Bundle
AP World History Ancient Hebrews and Israel Guided Notes
This 35- slide power point presentation is designed to meet multiple portions of the AP World History Curriculum Framework from Periods One and Two. The presentation traces the roots of the Hebrew people beginning with the story of Abraham and continuing along by following the Kingdoms of Solomon, David, et al. The presentation continues to follow the story of the Hebrews during the times of the Babylonians, Assyrians, the Hellenistic Period, and Rome. Specific topics covered include the root
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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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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