Ancient history independent work packets for Easel Activities

Build literacy skills while your students learn about ancient Greek civilization with this reading passage and writing activities about the Golden Age (or Classical Age) of Ancient Greece (approx. 480 BCE – 323 BCE). Students will read about this important era in Ancient Greece, including learning about Athens and Sparta, and practice writing about what they have learned using a variety of sentence types, including using appositives and subordinating conjunctions.This resource includes:A two-pag

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Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Independent Work Packet

Grades:

6th - 8th

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CCSS:

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Also included in: Ancient Greek History BUNDLE Reading Passages and Writing Tasks

Ancient India: Mapping Activity and Reading Guided Worksheet

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Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Embark on an educational journey through Ancient India with this comprehensive package featuring a mapping activity and a guided reading worksheet. Engage students in a stimulating exploration of historical landscapes while reinforcing key concepts through a guided comprehension exercise. Perfect for promoting critical thinking and cultural understanding in classrooms.Topics:The Geography of Ancient India ClimateThe Rise of the Indus Valley CivilizationHarappa and Mohenjo Daro in ComparisonThe E

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Grades:

6th - 12th, Adult Education

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Worksheets, Independent Work Packet

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History of Ancient Egypt Guided Reading * 2 Pages * 5th-11th Grade

Created by

I Like History

Students will love learning about the history of Ancient Egypt by through this two-page Guided Reading summary of the main eras from 3000 BC through 700 BC. Many of the monumental buildings and structures such as the pyramids, mortuary temples, statues and obelisks came from this period.Students will be able to answer questions as they read based on Guided Reading questions on the right. Colorful graphics keep the students engaged.An additional page provides a timeline to help students visuali

Subjects:

Ancient History, English Language Arts, World History

Grades:

6th - 10th

Types:

Worksheets, Handouts, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RI.6.1

, RI.6.2

, RI.6.3

, RI.6.4

, RI.6.10

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Athens and Sparta - Primary Source Analysis and Venn Diagram Worksheets

Created by

The Classroom Globetrotter

Reinforce your Ancient Greece unit with this engaging collection of worksheets! Students will read and analyze an excerpt from The History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides, as well as compare and contrast life in Athens and Sparta using a Venn diagram! Perfect for homework or in-class independent work!

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Homework, Independent Work Packet

Also included in: Ancient Greece Activity Bundle! - World History

Sparta & Athens Reading Comprehension Worksheets

Created by

Magically Middle

In these TWO reading comprehension worksheets (one for Sparta, one for Athens), students will read about aspects of daily life, government, education, and more in the Greek city-states! Each worksheet includes one page of text and ten short answer questions. Answer key is included!This resource is a PDF, but is also made available for fully virtual or hybrid learning via TpT Digital Activities/Easel!

Subjects:

Ancient History, Other (Social Studies - History), Social Studies - History

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Worksheets, Homework, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RI.6.1

, RI.6.4

, RI.7.1

, RI.7.4

, RI.8.1

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Early Humans

Created by

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Journey through the annals of time and explore the evolution of early humans and societies with this captivating Middle School World History resource. This comprehensive reading guide, complemented by vivid timelines, captivating images, and insightful graphics, navigates students through the fascinating progression of early human civilizations. Perfect for homeschooling, in-person classrooms, or distance learning environments, this resource is designed to captivate students' interest and bolste

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Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RH.6-8.4

, RH.6-8.5

, RH.6-8.7

Sumer and Fertile Crescent Reading Guided Worksheet

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Ancient History, World History

Delve into the mysteries of Sumer and the Fertile Crescent with this captivating reading guided worksheet. Uncover the ancient civilization's secrets, including insights into the Code of Hammurabi, through engaging content and an interactive mapping activity that brings history to life. Perfect for classroom settings, homeschooling, or remote learning. Comes with an answer key for easy assessment.Printable Activity / Worksheet. PDF - File FormatAnswer Key IncludedRelated Topics Include:Sumer Fer

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Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Worksheets, Independent Work Packet

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GRAPES Social Studies Research Packet

Created by

The Active Pedagogue

Use this packet to help guide students during the research process when studying ancient civilizations. Students will search for specific pieces of information related to Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economics, and Social Structure (G. R. A. P. E. S.) This packet helps to keep things organized and clear throughout the entire research process. It also enables students to keep track of what they're learning and provides opportunities for visual representations when possible.

Subjects:

Ancient History, Native Americans, Social Studies - History

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Research, Worksheets, Independent Work Packet

Also included in: The First People of Utah - A Unit of Lectures on Early People and Native Tribes

The Macedonian Empire Ancient Greece Reading Passage and Writing Tasks

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Build literacy skills while your students learn about ancient Greek civilization with this reading passage and writing activities about the Macedonian Empire and Alexander the Great. Students will read about this important era in Ancient Greece, including learning about different perspectives on Alexander's 'Greatness,' and practice writing about what they have learned using a variety of sentence types, including using appositives and incorporating other people's ideas.This resource includes:A o

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Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Independent Work Packet

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

CCSS:

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Also included in: Ancient Greek History BUNDLE Reading Passages and Writing Tasks

The Archaic Age in Ancient Greece Reading Passage and Writing Tasks

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Build literacy skills while your students learn about ancient Greek civilization with this reading passage and writing activities about the Archaic Age (approx. 700 - 480 BCE). Students will read about this important era in Ancient Greece, and practice writing about what they have learned using a variety of sentence types, including using relative clauses and subordinating conjunctions.This resource includes:A one-page reading passage about the Archaic Age, including brief writing tasks to suppo

Subjects:

Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Independent Work Packet

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

CCSS:

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Also included in: Ancient Greek History BUNDLE Reading Passages and Writing Tasks

Ancient Greek Life - Polis and Tyrants w/ Key

Created by

Miss Taylor's History Archives

In this assignment, students will work through a variety of resources including images, maps, and direct quotes and articles about the various pieces of life in the Polis city states of Athen and their eventual tyrants. Students will also do a small research portion of an Athenian Tyrant of their choosing. Able to be done virtually / digitally for distance learning If you liked this resource, please rate and leave a review! Feel free to check my other resources in -American History -Government-W

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Homework, Independent Work Packet

Also included in: Ancient Greece Bundle

Neolithic Revolution Reading Guide and Worksheet

Created by

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Empower middle school world history students with a captivating lesson on The Neolithic Revolution. This comprehensive reading guide and worksheet, complete with vibrant images and thought-provoking graphic organizers, provides an engaging dive into this pivotal period. Suitable for homeschooling, traditional classrooms, or digital learning environments, this resource brings the Neolithic Revolution to life for students.Printable Activity / Worksheet. PDF - File FormatAnswer Key IncludedRelated

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Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Worksheets, Guided Reading Books, Independent Work Packet

Ancient Greece Packet

Created by

Jaclyn Sherer

I used this packet to teach my students about ancient Greece. This was a good introduction for them. This highlights city-states and the differences between Athens and Sparta. I have also included Vocabulary + definitions that are important to this and future lessons.Here is a link to the video referenced (I do not own or take credit for this video in any way): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-aKfaPRw0Q&ab_channel=GarnerIt

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

5th - 6th

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Independent Work Packet

Also included in: Ancient Greece Intro Lesson + Assessment

Minoans and Mycenaeans Ancient Greece Reading Passage and Writing Tasks

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Build literacy skills while your students learn about the early stages of ancient Greek civilization with this reading passage and writing activities about the Minoans and the Mycenaeans. Students will read about these two societies from Ancient Greece, and practice writing about what they have learned using a variety of sentence types, including using appositives and subordinating conjunctions.This resource includes:A one-page reading passage about the Minoans and Mycenaeans, including brief wr

Subjects:

Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Independent Work Packet

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

CCSS:

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Also included in: Ancient Greek History BUNDLE Reading Passages and Writing Tasks

Day in the Life of Socrates: Interactive Map Activity (Philosophy Series)

Created by

Stones of Erasmus

Socrates was a man about town. He was not a conventional teacher. He liked to walk and talk with bright young minds along the ancient roads of Athens, via the Agora and along the Acropolis, or on the way to Piraeus with his friends. But, what was life like in the fifth century B.C.E.? Use this map activity to engage your students in visualizing what ancient Athens looked like for Socrates (and other ancient Greek philosophers who lived during the Golden Age of Greece). Read more on my blog to s

Subjects:

Ancient History, Geography, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

8th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RH.9-10.7

, RST.9-10.4

Also included in: 100-Count Smart Humanities Bundle: Comprehensive Growing Course for Grades 7-12

World History Chapter 2 Guided Reading and Reteaching Activity

Created by

Matt Witt's Social Studies Resource Store

I created this using materials from Chapter 2 of 'World History: Patterns of Interaction' textbook. This Easel Activity consists of scaffolded note taking Guided Readings to help students focus and synthesize their learning and a Reteaching Activity to help students study and retain what they've learned. There are 4 sections in this chapter and I this listing contains a Guided Reading and Reteaching Activity for each!

Subjects:

Ancient History, Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

9th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Guided Reading Books, Independent Work Packet

PALEOLITHIC TOOLS READING COMPREHENSION PASSAGE WITH QUESTIONS | EVOLUTION

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Making it Through the Middle

2-page reading on the tools created during the Paleolithic era which helped our ancestors adapt in the environmentIncludes:2-page reading passage7 text-dependent questions

Subjects:

Ancient History, English Language Arts, World History

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Worksheets, Handouts, Independent Work Packet

Also included in: PALEOLITHIC ERA BUNDLE

Discovering the Ancient Past Worksheet

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