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Ancient history guided reading books $5-10
Myth Reading Passages - 20 One Page Myths from Around the World
These myth reading passages introduce students to different cultures around the world. Just one page each, these easy stories allow each student in your class to have their own myths to read! If you've checked out every single mythology book in your school and public library and STILL come up short, you need these one-page myths!What Other Teachers Are Saying:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "My students have loved the myths! They are in kid friendly language which is amazing! These were the perfect addition to my fa
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3rd - 5th
Ancient Egypt Mini Book
ANCIENT EGYPT MINI BOOK - This printable book contains nonfiction text features, comprehension/discussion questions and end of the book extension activities. It also includes two graphic organizers for measuring comprehension - "Main Idea and Supporting Details," and a "Using a Glossary and Index." This book is perfect for a whole group activity, during guided reading, as a partner activity, or for an independent reading activity. What an effective way to incorporate Social Studies content with
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Ancient China and Ancient Egypt Bundle
Ancient Rome Mini Book
ANCIENT ROME MINI-BOOK - This printable book contains nonfiction text features, comprehension/discussion questions and extension activities. In addition, two graphic organizers for measuring comprehension - "Main Idea and Supporting Details," and "Using a Table of Contents and Vocabulary." Use in a whole group, during guided reading, as a partner activity, or for an independent reading activity. What an effective way to incorporate Social Studies content with Language Arts!Instructions on how to
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome BUNDLE
Ancient China Mini Book
ANCIENT CHINA MINI-BOOK - This printable book contains nonfiction text features, comprehension/discussion questions and end of the book extension activities. It also includes a "Main Idea and Supporting Details" graphic organizer. This book is perfect for a whole group activity, during guided reading, as a partner activity, or for an independent reading activity.What an effective way to incorporate Social Studies content with Language Arts!Instructions on how to assemble the mini-book are also i
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Ancient China and Ancient Egypt Bundle
Greek Mythology Bundle: Greek Gods, Greek Myths, Greek Mythology
Your students will love this Greek Mythology BUNDLE! It includes two mini books and name tags for their desks!Save over 30% by buying this bundle!This bundle is perfect for grades Pre-K to 2nd Grade!First start with the Greek Gods Mini Book to introduce the unit. Then sue the second Greek Myths Mini Book to further explore mythologies. Then have them choose their own name tags featuring Greek Myths so they can put in our their desks or workstations. This is perfect to wrap up the unit and make s
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PreK - 2nd
Fairytale Reading Passages - 20 Short Stories from Around the World
These fairytale reading passages introduce students to different cultures around the world. Just one page each, these easy stories allow each student in your class to have their own fairy tale stories to read! If you've checked out every single fairytale book in your school and public library and STILL come up short, you need these one-page short stories!What Teachers Said About Other Resources in this Product Line:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "My students have loved the myths! They are in kid friendly language w
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3rd - 5th
Who Was King Tut? by Roberta Edwards CCSS Reading Comprehension Questions/Vocab
As I studied ancient Egypt with my 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders, I must admit, it was very difficult to come up with material to supplement this unit. The things I found were either too mature or too dry. This book is a fantastic resource for a unit on King Tut or ancient Egypt, so I just had to make a study guide. Included in this study guide are:* Vocabulary for each chapter without the definitions (to allow students to define the words)* Questions for each chapter (both literal and inferential)*
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3rd - 5th
D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths Social Studies and ELA Connections
Students submerge themselves into both Ancient Greek culture and history with the D’Aulaires’ Book of Greek Myths guided reading, and they love it! For my unit on Ancient Greece, I married both sixth grade ELA and Social Studies together to create this packet.
Every day started off with reading a passage from the book, and while listening students were expected to answer questions that focused on ELA skills, and social studies connections. Each reading and discussion on average lasted only 10 m
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5th - 9th
Red Pyramid Unit Quizes
This is a unit containing 4 reading comprehension quizes for the novel "The Red Pyramid" by Rick Riordan. Included are questions that you can use after reading Ch.1-10, 11-20, 21-30, 31-41 to assess your students' comprehension of the novel and understanding of the basic Ancient Egyptian facts presented.
If you would like to be able to edit this quiz, please purchase and email me at kristenaszwed@gmail.com.
Grades:
5th - 8th
Ancient Mali Mini Book | Activities | Discussion Questions
ANCIENT MALI MINI BOOK - This printable book contains nonfiction text features, comprehension/discussion questions and end of the book extension activities. It also includes two graphic organizers. This book is perfect to use with a whole group, during guided reading, as a partner activity, or for an independent reading activity. What an effective way to incorporate Social Studies content with Language Arts!Instructions on how to assemble the mini-book are included.**UPDATE** Two printing option
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2nd - 5th
Also included in: Ancient Greece, Rome and Mali Mini Books Bundle (Special Request)
The Egypt Game by Snyder Novel Guide
The Egypt Game by Zilpha Keatley Snyder Novel Guide is great for teaching about world history, the ancient Egypt, critical thinking, cause and effect, coming of age, character analysis, new vocabulary, and much MORE! Newbery Honor Book; This novel guide includes: Chapter by Chapter Comprehension Questions Background informationCharacter AnalysisCause & Effect ActivityNovel Themes ActivityNew Vocabulary ActivitiesEssay topicsWord SearchAnswer KeyThis resource is great for:Teaching World histo
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4th - 6th
Also included in: Elementary Novel Guides
Ancient India Close Reading Comprehension Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A bundle with six close reading passages focused on the key events and people of Ancient India. The NO PREP reading comprehension activities are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn about ancient history whilst developing their comprehension skills.The bundle includes six individual activities on:An Overview of Ancient IndiaThe Indus Valley CivilizationSiddhartha Gautama & the Birth of BuddhismThe Birth of HinduismAshoka the GreatThe Taj MahalEach activity
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5th - 6th
Mara, Daughter of the Nile Novel Study: Chapter Summary Guide
The Mara, Daughter of the Nile Novel Study: Chapter Summary Guide was created to aid students who are challenged by the reading level and vocabulary presented in Mara, Daughter of the Nile in an effort to make the plot of the story more accessible. The summaries are clustered into groups of five reading selections, so only one summary need be disseminated to students each week of the unit. They are as follows:
• Chapters 1 – 5
• Chapters 5b – 9
• Chapters 10-13
• Chapters 14 – 17
• Chapters 18
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6th - 9th
Ancient Civilizations Close Reading Bundle Digital & Print | 5th & 6th Grade
Four Google Forms close reading activities about Ancient Egypt, Ancient Rome, Ancient Mesopotamia & Ancient Greece. Each has an informational text and comprehension and grammar questions, and are followed by an extension task. The NO PREP activities are ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resources, which also come in PDF format with a crossword & wordsearch, allow students to learn key facts about ancient history while working on their
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5th - 6th
Finnish Animal Myths and Legends Audiobook
Before the arrival of Christianity, early inhabitants of Finland practised animistic nature-based belief, where everything in nature had its own place and spirit. Some of the historical artefacts show that belief in the totem animals was strong as well. Learn about the history of ancient Finland and some of the intriguing animal myths. How the cat was created in the warmth of the sauna, how northern lights are created by the magical fox and how the moose carries the sun in its antlers. Some of t
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Gods of Ancient Greece Close Reading Activity Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A bundle of seven close reading passages with comprehension and grammar questions followed by extension tasks that look at the key gods and goddesses of Ancient Greek mythology. The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resources allow students to learn about the Greek gods whilst developing their comprehension skills. They are also perfect for working alongside popular novels such as Percy Jackson or Who Let the Gods Out.This bundle co
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5th - 6th
Ancient Rome Close Reading Comprehension Activity Bundle | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
An Ancient Rome bundle of eight close reading activities. Each activity comes with an informational text, comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, crossword puzzle and wordsearch activity. The NO PREP informational text activities are perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. The resources allow students to learn about some key figures from ancient history whilst developing their comprehension skills.This bundle contains the following activities:An Overview of Ancient R
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3rd - 4th
Aztec Empire Close Reading Comprehension Bundle | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A bundle with six close reading passages focused on the key events and people of the Aztec Empire. The NO PREP reading comprehension activities are perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. Students will learn about the Aztecs whilst developing their comprehension skills.The bundle includes six individual activities on:An Overview of the Aztec EmpireReligion in the Aztec EmpireEmperor ItzcoatlEmperor Moctezuma IIHernán CortésAdvancements of the Aztec EmpireEach activity has an informa
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3rd - 4th
Mermaid Myths and Legends Audiobook
There are many different mermaid myths and legends from around the world, and a great way to learn about them is by listening to an audiobook on the subject. Audiobooks can bring these stories to life in a new and engaging way, allowing listeners to immerse themselves in the magical world of mermaids. Listening to audiobooks about mermaid myths and legends can be a captivating and enchanting experience, allowing listeners to dive deep into the lore and magic surrounding these mystical creatures.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Folktale Reading Passages - 20 One Page Folk Tales from Around the World
These folktale reading passages introduce students to different cultures around the world. Just one page each, these easy stories allow each student in your class to have their own folk tales to read! If you've checked out every single folktale book in your school and public library and STILL come up short, you need these one-page stories!What Teachers Say about the MYTHS Reading Passages:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "My students have loved the myths! They are in kid friendly language which is amazing! These were
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3rd - 5th
Ancient History Fact Sheets & Fold Books
Are your students learning about ancient history and need visuals for vocabulary support? Do you work with MLs, including newcomers that need simple sentences and to review basic vocabulary? This set of one page fact sheets and one page mini fold books is a great way to support your students as they learn about prehistoric and ancient civilizations. Each time period or civilization comes with a fact sheet and mini book. There are detailed pictures included. Currently Includes; Paleolithic Times
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3rd - 7th
The Lost Scarab | Ancient Egypt Podcast Story ELA Worksheets | Grades 2-4
Looking for Egypt-themed reading, ELA or history lessons and want to try something different? Consider The Mystery of the Lost Scarab Podcast Study from The Lost Stories! 2nd-4th graders will LOVE listening to this 15:00 story and working through the paired podcast worksheets, independent tasks and writing prompts.This exciting, nail-biting story is great to plug in and turn on during your Egyptians topic to immerse your learners in the Ancient Egyptian civilization. Whilst a great way to spice
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2nd - 4th
Ancient Persia Display Timeline Close Reading & Writing Bundle | 5th & 6th Grade
Three great activities that would span six lessons, and give you a great classroom display, about Ancient Persia. Great for class work, distance learning or home schooling. Perfect for students in 5th grade or 6th grade studying Ancient History.NO PREP is needed!⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻⎻Firstly, there is a great classroom display and sorting activity that is perfect for introducing students to some of the key events from Ancient Persia. There are 29 posters or ca
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5th - 6th
Ancient Egypt Guided Notes
This product is student and teacher guided notes for Ancient Egypt. This product aligns with TCI, so students could complete independently. Powerpoint notes are not included. There is a space for you to add your own map of Egypt. Topics Covered:Vocabulary Geography of Egypt, Kush, Canaan KingdomsPharoah Khufu, Senursret, Hatshepsut, Ramses IISocial StructureKingdom of KushOrigins of JudaismReal World Judaism
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6th - 8th
Also included in: Ancient History Guided Notes 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?
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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