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Ancient history scaffolded notes under $5
GRAPES Lesson and Activities for History, Social Studies
These activities are perfect for providing students with the information they need to use the GRAPES acronym all year long in your history class! Use as as an introductory unit before studying your first civilization or historical time period. Great for building student interest in ancient history! Check preview for details! All digital versions are Google Slides resources.INCLUDED:Presentation: Introductory GRAPES presentation with 25+ slides including definitions, examples, graphics, and key
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in:Â GRAPES History Resource Bundle
Major World Religions - Guided Notes, PowerPoint, Crossword Puzzle
Guided notes lesson on the 5 Major World Religions: Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism. This lesson is ready to be implemented without any effort on your part! No prep needed!Includes: 1) Printable double-sided slotted notes worksheet for students 2) Corresponding PowerPoint & SMART Notebook lesson (use whichever you prefer)3) Sorting Activity - check for understanding vocabulary activity 4) Crossword Puzzle - reinforce key ideas from the lesson* The Sorting Activity &
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Grades:
5th - 7th
The Silk Road Reading Comprehension and Answer Key - Print & Digital
This Silk Road reading comprehension activity is perfect to use during your Ancient China Unit to cover all important aspects of the Silk Road! This resource includes a ready-to-print PDF and a Google Doc digital version for your convenience! Great for both in-person and distance learning! This resource is also available as a station activity.Students are provided with four pages of content reading on the following topics:1. What was the Silk Road?2. What was traded on the Silk Road?3. How did t
Grades:
5th - 7th
The Americas & Their Early Peoples Interactive Notebook Unit 6th Grade INB Maya
The Americas & Their Early Peoples Interactive Notebook Unit 6th GradeThis is a complete interactive notebook unit with assessments for North & South America and their Early Peoples. As 6th grade only has a few standards on this topic, this is a very quick overview of the topics, including the Maya. This 35 page unit includes activities and a complete answer key. If you are looking for a more in-depth look at Native Americans, please see my my 5th grade unit.I included some activities
Grades:
5th - 7th
Also included in:Â Ancient / World History Interactive Notebook Social Studies BUNDLE
Ancient China Geography and Natural Barriers - Reading, Map Label & Crossword
Geography played an important role in the development of Ancient Chinese civilization. Introduce your Ancient China Unit to students using this effective resource! Students will read to learn about China's geography and the natural barriers that impacted Ancient China's development. Then, students will write a paragraph response to the given prompt. A map labeling activity is included as well to build geographic skill and spatial awareness! Lastly, a crossword puzzle activity is included, servin
Grades:
5th - 7th
Forms of Government Lesson - Guided Notes PowerPoint and Homework
Students explore different forms of government, from democracy and monarchy to dictatorship, and limited governments to unlimited governments! No prep needed here! This printable is perfect for introducing students to forms of government and how governments differ. Students also learn about the basic purpose of government.INCLUDES: 1) Guided Notes Worksheet - color and B&W versions included2) PowerPoint - display for students as you teach3) Check for Understanding Worksheet - Exit Ticket or
Grades:
5th - 8th
Neolithic Revolution Guided Notes and PowerPoint Lesson
Includes: Printable Guided Notes Worksheet, PowerPoint, Exit Ticket, & Answer Key!Aim: This lesson covers the Paleolithic Era, the shift to the Neolithic Era, and the pros and cons of the Neolithic Revolution on human civilization. After students take guided notes and view pictures that clarify the content, they will complete an Exit Ticket for the teacher to collect to ensure that the students understood the lesson. Great check for understanding! I use this lesson with my middle school incl
Grades:
4th - 7th
The Sui, Tang, & Song Dynasties - Google Slides, Guided Notes, Teacher Notes
The Sui, Tang, & Song Dynasties - Google Slides, Guided Notes, Warm-Up & Exit Ticket, & Teacher NotesNewly Updated! (July 2022)You talked, I listened! This resource now includes underlined keywords on Google Slides to match the fill-in-the-blank guided notes. Previously, the keywords were highlighted in a different color which some of you find hard to read.This is a zero-prep PowerPoint that goes over the Sui, Tang, & Song Dynasties! Teacher notes are included so you don't have t
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in:Â China Unit Bundle - Shang through Qing Dynasties
Ancient Israel Interactive PowerPoint Notes (Google Slides Compatible)
Interactive PowerPoint Notes are a great way to engage your students in content related to your curriculum. This resource is aligned with the Ancient Israel unit in The Teacher's Prep store but can be used independently, as well. It's a great option for classrooms utilizing technology or off-campus remote distance learning.When using this interactive PowerPoint, students can click on elements of the slides to reveal important information about a variety of topics related to the study of Ancient
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in:Â Ancient Israel Unit Bundle
Eight Features of Civilization Guided Notes
This resource includes a printable guided notes worksheet which covers the 8 Features of Civilization, a corresponding PowerPoint to display for students, and class notes! This lesson worked so well in my secondary inclusion class - the guided notes and visuals proved helpful for special education students as well. This is a great lesson to teach students about the structure and components of a civilization before teaching about a specific civilization. (Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, Greece, Rome)T
Grades:
4th - 7th
The Han Dynasty - PowerPoint, Warm-Up & Exit Ticket, Guided Notes, Teacher Notes
The Han Dynasty - PowerPoint, Warm-Up, Exit Ticket, Guided Notes, & Teacher NotesNewly Updated! (July 2022)You talked, I listened! This resource now includes underlined keywords on Google Slides to match the fill-in-the-blank guided notes. Previously, the keywords were highlighted in a different color which some of you find hard to read.This is a zero-prep PowerPoint that goes over the Han Dynasty! Teacher notes are included so you don't have to worry about what to say. This is a great lesso
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Grades:
6th - 10th
How Do We Study History PowerPoint: Roles of Social Scientists
How do we study history?
This powerpoint has built in small group thinking and sharing activities.
Presentation describes
What is history?
How do we study history?
Who are social scientists?
Describes the roles of Archaeologists, Historians, and Geographers and how they impact history.
Presentation also covers prehistory, difficulty in studying it, and what can we learn from cave art.
Great for covering common core content standards and state standards for Describing Social Scientists and Stud
Grades:
5th - 7th
Early China Dynasties: Shang, Zhou, & Qin PPT, Teacher Notes, & Guided Notes
Early China Dynasties: Shang, Zhou, & Qin - PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Teacher Notes, Warm-up & Exit TicketNewly Updated! (July 2022)You talked, I listened! This resource now includes underlined keywords on Google Slides to match the fill-in-the-blank guided notes. Previously, the keywords were highlighted in a different color which some of you find hard to read. This is a zero-prep PowerPoint that goes over Early China! Teacher notes are included so you don't have to worry about what to
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Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in:Â China Unit Bundle - Shang through Qing Dynasties
Ancient Egypt (The Nile River) Lesson 1
Teach your students about Ancient Egypt and the importance of the Nile River with this visually pleasing lesson. The lesson is will take one whole class period, and is designed for differentiated instruction. The presentation slides and questions sheets are in the form of a PDF and are distance learning friendly. Enjoy!Included In Your PurchaseStudent Reading VersionStudent Cloze NotesStudent Questions PageGraphic Organizer (Venn Diagram) Editable PowerPoint Presentation SlidesAnswer KeysFun and
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt Bundle
Bering Strait Land Bridge Lesson for Middle School ENL - SPED
Are you teaching the Bering Land Bridge to your middle school social studies students and need a no-prep lesson? This PowerPoint presentation, Google Slideshow, guided notes and worksheet will help your students to understand the Bering Land Bridge and early American Migration of Native Americans. The presentation and notes correlate and students complete the notes as they watch the presentation and come in a Google version as well. This social studies lesson includes documents to be analyzed an
Grades:
7th - 10th
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Greeking Out Podcast Season 1 Student Notes Bundle | Greek Mythology
Incorporate and practice the speaking and listening standards during your Greek Mythology unit by listening to National Geographic Kid's podcast Greeking Out. Keep students engaged in listening to the kid-friendly podcast by using these student notes and listening guides.Check out Season 1, Episode 1 of the podcast with this FREEBIE for Jason and the Quest for the Golden Fleece - download now.The myths covered in Season 1 include:Jason and the Quest for the Golden FleecePhaethon and the Sun Char
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Presentation on Great West African Empires: Ghana, Mali, Songhai
This PowerPoint slide show is a great intro to the Great West African Empires: Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. It includes information on the rise/fall, culture, climate, geography, and trade of each civilization. An interactive student note sheet and multiple choice quiz are also available to work together with this slide show.
Grades:
7th - 9th
Early Humans Interactive PowerPoint Notes (Google Slides Compatible)
Interactive PowerPoint Notes are a great way to engage your students in content related to your curriculum. This resource is aligned with The Early Humans Unit in The Teacher's Prep store but can be used independently, as well. It's a great option for classrooms utilizing technology or off-campus remote distance learning.When using this interactive PowerPoint, students can click on elements of the slides to reveal important information about a variety of topics related to the study of the lives
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in:Â Early Humans Unit Bundle
How Do We Study History Guided Notes: Roles of Social Scientists
How do we study history?
This guided note taking sheet matches a powerpoint.
This activity has built in small group thinking and sharing activities.
Notes and presentation describe:
What is history?
How do we study history?
Who are social scientists?
Describes the roles of Archaeologists, Historians, and Geographers and how they impact history.
Notes also cover prehistory, difficulty in studying it, and what can we learn from cave art.
Great for covering common core content standards and state
Grades:
5th - 7th
Thinking Like A Historian (Presentation and Notes)
Students will understand the importance of History and why we learn about it in schools. This lesson works wonderfully at the beginning of the year, in any social studies class. This lesson is Distance and E-learner friendly. This lesson will take 1 to 2 class periods to teach and is also designed to accommodate differentiated instruction. Enjoy! Included In This lesson: Reading and Questions Sheet Presentation SlidesGuided Notes SheetVideosSmall discussion activity Topics This lesson: Why do we
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in:Â Thinking Like A Historian Bundle!
Origins of Hinduism PowerPoint - Warm-Up, Exit Ticket, Teacher & Guided Notes
The Origins of Hinduism - Warm-Up, Exit Ticket, Guided Notes, Teacher Notes, & Google SlidesNewly Updated! (January 2023)You talked, I listened! This resource now includes underlined keywords on Google Slides to match the fill-in-the-blank guided notes. Previously, the keywords were highlighted in a different color which some of you find hard to read.This is a zero-prep PowerPoint that goes over the origins of Hinduism! Teacher notes are included, so you don't have to worry about what to say
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in:Â Hinduism Bundle - PowerPoint & WebQuest
Easy Ancient Greece Summaries
These easy summaries can be used with an ancient civilizations unit. They are designed for English Language Learners and low readers. This series includes eight summaries: Greece's geography, government, art & architecture, philosophy, drama & literature, science & math, and religion. If you like this product, visit my store to see more like it.Google Products:Demise of the IncasIraq National Museum - Research and Art Project in Google Slides and DocsGalileo on Trial PackageHammu
Grades:
6th
Orpheus and Eurydice Podcast Listening Student Notes
Incorporate and practice the speaking and listening standards during your Greek Mythology unit by listening to National Geographic Kid's podcast Greeking Out - Season 2, Episode 1: Theseus and the Minotaur. Keep students engaged in listening to the kid-friendly podcast by using these student notes and listening guide.Check out Season 1, Episode 1 of the podcast with this FREEBIE for Jason and the Quest for the Golden Fleece - download now.In this episode of Greeking Out we follow Theseus on his
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Also included in:Â Growing Greek Mythology Mega Bundle
Ancient Greek Olympics | PowerPoint Presentation and Guided Notes
Time travel back to the ancient Greek Olympic games and learn about the dangers of the fight-to-the-death event called the pancratium or the origins of the modern-day tradition of awarding trophies or cups to the winner. Not only is this PowerPoint presentation easy on the eyes, it comes with over 19 slides full of facts on ancient Greek Olympics. It's the perfect one-day lesson during your study of the ancient world.Fill-in-the-blank guided notes (with key) are also included!Topics covered in t
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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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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