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Ancient history Common Core RI.7.1 graphic organizers
Ancient Mesopotamia Unit Projects and Activities - Reading Passages - Map - Test
Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Notebook unit - This 140+ page package of Mesopotamia activities contains everything you need to teach a complete Ancient Mesopotamia unit! This includes reading passages, research activities, foldable activities, questions, graphic organizers, and more. Perfect for your Mesopotamia or Ancient Civilizations unit, all resources are classroom tested and include detailed instructions and creative handouts. Very little teacher prep in needed – simply print and teach!
Grades:
4th - 7th
Ancient Greece Unit Projects - Interactive Notebook Activities - Greece Map Test
There are over 450 pages in this COMPLETE Ancient Greece Unit Bundle of Ancient Greece activities. It is the perfect addition to an Ancient Civilization unit! This Ancient Greece activity package contains all of my best selling Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook units with reading passages, Ancient Greece map activities, comprehension questions, Greek mythology projects, foldable activities, vocabulary activities, task cards, unit test, and more! ✅SAVE $$$$ BY PURCHASING THIS COMPLETE BUNDLE
Grades:
4th - 7th
Greek Mythology Unit - Gods and Goddesses of Greece - Greek Mythology Projects
This Greek Mythology unit resource contains 80 pages of Greek Mythology projects and activities about the Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece. Perfect for your upcoming Ancient Greece unit, Greece Mythology Unit, or Ancient Civilizations Unit, this classroom tested package contains detailed handouts, graphic organizers, foldables, templates, activities, and instructions. Many of these activities would make great additions to an Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook.✅Be sure to click on the previ
Grades:
5th - 8th
Ancient Greece Unit Projects - Ancient Greek Mythology - Interactive Notebooks
This 650+ page COMPLETE Ancient Greece Unit and Mythology Interactive Notebook Bundle is the perfect addition to an Ancient Civilization unit or Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook! This Ancient Greece activity package contains all of my best selling Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook Units, with reading passages, Ancient Greece map activities, comprehension questions, Greek mythology, foldable activities, vocabulary activities, projects, and more!Two COMPLETE BUNDLES are included in this downl
Grades:
5th - 8th
Ancient Egypt Unit - Hieroglyphics Activity - Ancient Egypt Projects & Questions
This Ancient Egypt Unit on Egyptian Hieroglyphics contains two different hieroglyphics reading passages with comprehension questions, fact gathering templates and creative activities. A hieroglyphic alphabet chart and name writing project are also included. These are perfect for a hallway display or an Ancient Egypt interactive notebook. It is a fun and engaging Ancient Egypt project way to demonstrate knowledge of the history behind this form of Ancient Egyptian writing! ✅Be sure to click on
Grades:
4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt Unit Projects and Activities - Egypt Map - Pyramids Worksheets
Ancient Greece Unit - Athens and Sparta Projects - Greek City State Activities
This 70+ page Ancient Greece unit resource on Athens and Sparta contains information about these city states. A great addition to your Ancient Greece Unit, Ancient Civilizations Unit, or Greece Interactive Notebook, it contains Athens and Sparta questions, activities, and foldables. Very little teacher prep is required to use this package – simply print and teach! While all activities are great to be used as-is, they make an excellent addition to an Interactive Notebook.The contrasting qualitie
Grades:
4th - 7th
Spread of Islam Student Activity | Analyze 5 Reasons for Spread of Islam
In this Spread of Islam lesson, students will understand 5 major reasons that contributed to the spread of Islam throughout Arabia, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the rest of the world. Students work individually or in groups on this activity. Students will first read "Five Reasons to Explain the Spread of Islam" to understand the five major reasons. They will then take their "Explaining the Spread of Islam" bubble and create a map off it. Two versions have been included -- either an already creat
Grades:
5th - 8th
Hinduism & Buddhism: Compare & Contrast: Ancient India: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will compare and contrast the beliefs of Hinduism and Buddhism, and create a graphic organizer to keep track of these findings. In addition, students will use their graphic organizer to help them write an extended response (teacher model included) that explains the similarities and differences between Hinduism and Buddhism.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLI
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Geography & Environment in Ancient India: Reading Passages + Comprehension
In this lesson, students will explore the dramatic and influential weather and landscape of ancient India, and how this directly effected where the first settlements of the civilization evolved (always near a river). In addition, students will read about the annual Monsoons that can be both highly productive or seriously detrimental to the people and economy of India.Updated March 2024 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizat
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Caste System of Ancient India: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Students will be introduced to the Caste System of ancient India, which was their version of a social pyramid. Students will learn about the different roles people of India played, and the responsibilities that are included in these classes. Lastly, students will take part of an experiential exercise that will allow them to assume the roles of different castes.Updated February 2024 to include a PDF version of the lesson!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Cause and Effect in Ancient Sumer & Sumerians: Reading Passages + Activities
This lesson provides a thorough understanding and history of the Ancient Sumerians. Students will read about the influences and advancements of their religion, government, tools, permanent homes, stable food supply and written language. Students will then examine the causes and effects these aspect of the Sumerians had on them as a civilization. All readings in this lesson are differentiated for lower level and higher level students.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE m
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundles for Ancient Egypt, India, China, Greece, Rome
Ancient India: Eightfold Path & Four Noble Truths: Buddhism Reading Activities
This lesson contains a skills guide on the Eightfold Path and the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism, from ancient India. It is a good opportunity for students to learn about the details of Buddhism, share their own opinions, and initiate a meaningful classroom discussion.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Ancient Egypt's Social Pyramid: Reading Passages, Comprehension, Hierarchy
This lesson introduces students to the social pyramid of ancient Egypt (Pharaoh, Viziers, Scribes, Artisans, Peasants0. Students will first learn about the idea of a social pyramid by creating one for their own school and assigning spots to certain groups (principal, deans, office staff, teachers, students).Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bund
Grades:
5th - 10th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Ancient Egypt Creation Myth & Story: Reading Passages + Comprehension
In this lesson students will be able to look at readings and determine how the world was created according to the ancient Egyptians. Students will then look at transition words and how to use transition words while sequencing.Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Egypt Unit - Bundle of LessonsAncien
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Vikings Bundle: Mini Unit of 8 Lessons: Reading Passages and Activities
This Vikings mini unit is a bundle of 8 different lessons: 1) Vikings - Their Origins, Raiders and Geography2) Vikings - Warfare and the Berserkers3) Viking Lifestyle - How They Lived and Died4) Viking Gods and GodDesses - Norse Mythology5) Viking Kings and Rulers - Social Hierarchy6) The Viking Longships - Design and Warfare on the Seas7) Viking Traders, Merchants and Their Markets8) Viking Women, Their Food and Their FeastsUPDATED: August 2023 with PDF versions of the ALL products also includ
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Grades:
6th - 10th
Mummies and Mummification in Ancient Egypt: Reading Passages + Activity
In this lesson students will learn about the mummification process used in ancient Egypt. They will read a description of the process, read a mummy poem that wonders all the history that could be communicated if the mummy was still alive. Finally, students will have cut ups of the nine different steps of the mummification process. Using the information they gathered in the previous portions of the lesson, students will be expected to correctly order these steps in their proper sequence.Updated i
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Hercules, His Life & Times: Ancient Greek Myths Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson students will read about the great Greek hero, Hercules (Herakles). Students will read about his origins, his early life, the death of his family, his freeing of Prometheus and the twelve labors he eventually takes on. Throughout the readings there is student work to complete. Lastly, students will identify three conflict(s) and provide textual support for each. Images are included throughout, as well as a graphic organizer for students to record the conflicts and solutions, usin
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Ancient India, the Spread of Buddhism, & Emperor Ashoka Stations Activity
In this Ancient India, Emperor Ashoka, and the Spread of Buddhism stations activity, students will work in groups (or individually) to learn how Buddhism spread throughout India! Students navigate around the room and read excerpts concerning the spread of Buddhism and Emperor Ashoka's reign over India, then will record information into the related questions on their graphic organizer. This Ancient India lesson is included in the Ancient India Unit bundle located here!Students will be given a g
Grades:
5th - 8th
The Olmec: Mesoamerica: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
This is an introductory lesson to the Olmec Empire. Students will read about how and why the Olmec came to settle where they did; how they began to flourish as a civilization; and the influence they had on the Mayan Empire. Throughout the readings, students will complete comprehension questions to determine their level of understanding. Maps of the area the Olmec controlled and pictures of some of their artifacts are included throughout.
Grades:
6th - 10th
Ancient India Geography & Its Influence: Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will be able to analyze geographical features from around India (Ganges River, Himalayan Mountains, That Desert and Monsoons) and determine how each one was beneficial as well as non beneficial for the people living there. Students will comprehend how important these environmental features where in determining where people settled in India.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle?
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Introduction to Paleolithic Era: The Stone Age: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will be introduced to the Paleolithic Era, also known as the Stone Age. Students will both read about these times, but also play the role of archaeologists by investigating 'cave paintings' and then reading an article that corresponds to these visuals. Also pictures are included, as well as articles, maps and graphic organizers.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!Geography of Early HumansEnvironm
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in:Â Early Humans Bundle: Stone Age, Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Land Bridge, Sumer
The Story of Siddhartha & Beginnings of Buddhism: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson, students will read three stories (and answer comprehension questions) that are sacred to Buddhist beliefs and its teachings (the Birth of Buddha; Siddhartha and the Swan; The Search for Truth). These stories were chosen specifically because they represent Siddhartha's early life, his beginning/awareness to recognize suffering and have compassion, and ultimately, his enlightenment as he evolves into Buddha. Afterwards, students will complete a graphic organizer in which they must
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Choosing an Ancient Greek City-State: Athens or Sparta: Reading & Comprehension
In this lesson students will compare and contrast what life was like for people in Athens and Sparta, in ancient Greece. Students will examine what life was like for men and women, as well as their jobs and the values of each city-state. After students have compiled this information, they will have the opportunity to write about which city-state they would have preferred to live in, and support it with specific details.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Greece Unit: Bundle of Lessons: Reading & Comprehension Passages
The Main Beliefs of Hinduism in Ancient India: Reading Passages + Comprehension
In this lesson students will view images and read descriptions of the six primary aspects to Hinduism (Brahma, Multiple Gods, Dharma, Karma, Samsara and the Vedas). Students will have the opportunity to share their opinion on each aspect, as well as identify the images based on their respected descriptions.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient I
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
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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.
What types of ancient history resources are available on TPT?
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