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Free ancient history worksheets
Ancient Egypt Hieroglyphics Decoding Worksheet Activity
My students always love learning about Hieroglyphics! This product contains a chart with hieroglyphics and small explanation of hieroglyphics. There are 3 messages for students to decode and one page for students to create their own message. INCLUDES:Chart with hieroglyphics and small explanation of what hieroglyphics are3 messages to decode1 page for students to create their own messageColor and BW VersionsKey IncludedYou may also like: Hieroglyphics Informational TextBUNDLES:Mesopotamia(15 ar
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Ancient Egypt Reading Comprehension Worksheet Informational Text Bundle
Ancient Egypt Cleopatra Reading Comprehension Worksheet Pharaoh
This passage briefly describes the life of Cleopatra. 16 questions (identify and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. Includes:Article 16 questions- identify and multiple choiceColor and BW Versionsextension activity- graphic organizerKey These are PDF files, so they are NOT editable. BUNDLES:Mesopotamia(14 articles)Ancient Egypt (17 articles)Ancient Greece (10 articles)Ancient Rome (27 articles)Ancient China (1
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Ancient Egypt Reading Comprehension Worksheet Informational Text Bundle
Ancient Mesopotamia Great Cities Reading Comprehension Civilizations
This passage describes the great cities of ancient Mesopotamia. 28 questions (Name the City, True/False, and Multiple Choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:*City Descriptions Article (1000-1100 Lexile) *15 Name the City Questions*10 True/False Questions*3 Multiple Choice Questions*Key IncludedTutorial How to Make PDFs Editable for Google Classroom
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Mesopotamia Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Civilizations
Ancient Mesopotamia Map | FREE!
Students read facts about Ancient Mesopotamia while marking the accompanying map as suggested. Afterward, they color, cut, and paste three lift-and-flap cards to learn about ziggurats, the pottery wheel, and cuneiform.Includes:Ancient Mesopotamia mapStep-by-step coloring directionsLift-and-flap card cutoutsFeatures:EngagingPrint & goBlack & white only---------------------------------------------------------Required Supplies:Printer paperColored pencilsScissorsGlue sticksRelated Resources
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3rd - 5th
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{ Ancient Egypt Thematic Unit }
Originally written in 2004, I thought it was now time for an upgrade to a second edition { first revision }. :o)
Please download the preview to have peek at some of the pages.
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Introduction project pages
...Reading passage
...Comprehension Cloze
...Cloze junior
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...Make a Sentence
River Nile project pages
...Reading passage
...Comprehension Cloze
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...Writing
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K - 2nd
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Ancient Rome Map & Geography: Scavenger Hunt Activity- FREE!
Round out your unit on the geography of Ancient Rome with this concluding activity! This student worksheet encourages learners to examine what they have learned by tapping into their map reading skills. Use with any map of the Roman Empire, or better yet- use it after they create their OWN map of the Roman Empire, like this one! Included:- Student work page with:* A six question scavenger hunt chart* Three follow-up tasks and statements* An Answer KeyAncient Rome Map ActivityThis Scavenger Hun
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: Ancient Rome Unit Bundle: Engaging, Interactive, and NO-PREP required!
Ancient Rome Romulus and Remus
This original one-page reading on the brothers who founded Rome follows Romulus and Remus and covers from the time of their birth up until the time that ancient Rome is founded and Remus is killed. This reading is followed up with a page of comprehension questions. An answer key is included.Lesson Includes:Lesson SuggestionsOne-Page ReadingComprehension QuestionsAnswer KeyAncient Rome Romulus & Remus is also included in my larger unit, Ancient Rome Interactive Notebook. You may also like:A
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Rome Activities and Interactive Notebook Bundle
Constantine Close Reading Comprehension Activity | 3rd Grade & 4th Grade
A close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about Constantine the Great who ruled Rome between 306 AD and 337 AD. The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in third grade or fourth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this PDF printable resource:An informational textA comprehension activity with ten questionsTwo gra
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3rd - 4th
Ancient Greece Webquest Activity
This resource is meant to be an introductory activity for students at the beginning of a unit studying the Ancient Greek civilization. It can be used to introduce a unit or review before a test. All questions are written in such a way that they can be answered rather quickly using a computer.UPDATED: Now with two pages including images, map, and timeline! Also, an answer key has been added to better help you and your students!This should preferably be used in a middle school classroom. I let
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient Civilizations BUNDLE Webquest Activities
Hieroglyphics Printable Worksheet
Engage your students into Ancient Egypt with this Pun-tastic Worksheet!
Included on the page is a full Hieroglyphic Alphabet to reference, the lead of a joke written in English ("Why did the Mummy go to the doctor??"), and the punchline of the joke written out in easy to read, well spaced Egyptian hieroglyphics.
Above each Hieroglyphic symbol involved in the punchline is a line to write the equivalent English character.
Note- the Egyptians did not differentiate between many sounds that Eng
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3rd - 9th
Blank Timeline Template
This is a blank generic timeline that students can fill in.
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Not Grade Specific
Ancient Mesopotamia Religion Reading Comprehension Worksheet
This passage briefly describes the religions in ancient Mesopotamia. 13 questions (matching and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:*Article *13 questions- matching, multiple choice questions*Color and BW Versions*Key Included This is part of my Mesopotamia Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me!
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Ancient Mesopotamia Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Civilizations
Ancient China Festivals Reading Comprehension Worksheet Chinese New Year
This passage briefly describes festivals in ancient China. 12 questions (true/false and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:Article covering ancient China's Festivals 12 questions- true/false, multiple choiceColor and BW VersionsKey includedPart of my Ancient China Reading Comprehension Bundle*I do my best to make sure I do not have typos, but occasionally they slip through. PLEASE message me and I will co
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Ancient China Reading Comprehension Informational Text Worksheet Bundle
Ancient Greece Map & Geography: Scavenger Hunt Activity- FREE!
Round out your unit on the geography of Ancient Greece with this concluding activity! This student worksheet encourages learners to examine what they have learned by tapping into their map reading skills. Use with any map of Ancient Greece, or better yet- use it after they create their OWN map of Greece, like this one!Included:- Student work page with:* A six question scavenger hunt chart* Three follow-up tasks and statements* An Answer KeyAncient Greece Map Activity**Please give feedback (and y
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5th - 11th
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Also included in: Ancient Greece Unit Bundle: Engaging, Interactive, and NO-PREP required!
1st Day of School Social Studies Interest Survey
This is a one page interest survey for a middle school social studies classroom. The interest survey asks students about themselves, strengths, weaknesses, and plans for the future. The bottom of the handout asks students to come up with goals for the school year. If you are interested in this form (plus a few additional questions) in Google Form format please find that here.I typically give this interest survey the first day of school and keep it in my desk all year long. I find myself acce
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: $ Saving Bundle: Buy My Store-Erin Schneider Secondary Social Studies
FREE Research Project Olympics vs. Ancient Greece Distance Learning Digital
DIGITAL PDF AND PRINTABLES: You will download a free research project for your upper elementary students to compare Ancient Greece with modern day Olympics. You will receive eight research paper questions, along with a Venn diagram, to help students with their report writing. The questions may be answered through student research or an online video (link provided). ➔➔ Click HERE for a country research project.----------------------------------▶︎ DIGITAL COMPATIBLE VIA GOOGLE CLASSROOM: This pro
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5th - 7th
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Ancient Egypt - Papyrus - FREE
This free Papyrus lesson covers the papyrus plant, uses of papyrus, papyrus paper, and making papyrus paper. There is a reading response activity and a making papyrus activity. If you like this resource, please take a look at the rest of the Ancient Egypt Bundle. Thanks!Pages: 5 (including one answer sheet)Contents:2 Information Pages1 Reading Response Worksheet1 Making Papyrus Activity1 Answer SheetAll photos, illustrations and text are original by the author. The PDF is provided in color but c
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Ancient Egypt
Aztec, Inca, Maya Mapping Activity
In this activity, students will map the locations of the Aztec, Inca, and Maya civilizations on a map. Additionally, they will compare the locations of these civilizations to the locations of modern day geographic features.
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3rd - 9th
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Persian and Peloponnesian Wars Chart (FREE)
Help students understand the differences between the Persian Wars and the Peloponnesian War with this organizational chart. Includes chart for students and answer key.Want more on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars? Persian and Peloponnesian Wars PowerPoint and Guided NotesAncient Greece Doodle Notes Set 5 Persian WarsAncient Greece Doodle Notes Set 6 for the Peloponnesian WarOther Ancient Greece Products:The Golden Age of Greece: A Scavenger HuntMy Greek Name: A Look at the Greek AlphabetAncien
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9th - 12th
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Ancient China Map & Geography: Scavenger Hunt Activity- FREE!
Round out your unit on the geography of Ancient China with this concluding activity! This student worksheet encourages learners to examine what they have learned by tapping into their map reading skills. Use with any map of China, or better yet- use it after they create their OWN map of China, like this one!Included:- Student work page with:* A six question scavenger hunt chart* Three follow-up tasks and statements* An Answer KeyAncient China Map ActivityThis Scavenger Hunt and the China Map Act
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5th - 11th
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Also included in: Ancient China Unit Bundle: Engaging, Interactive, and NO-PREP required!
Ancient Egypt Video Questions - Youtube Video Link Included! Free!
Ancient Egypt - Video Guide for Time Life’s, “Lost Civilizations: Egypt: Quest for Immortality” documentary. Narrated by Sam Waterston, this 50 minute documentary covers the discovery of King Tut, the Rosetta Stone, Ramses the Great, the preparations for mummification and burial, the pyramids and the ultimate goal of an Egyptian afterlife.Also included is a weblink to the video so you can play the video online. Video questions are very short and very easy to answer, so your students can concentr
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Ancient Egypt Women Reading Comprehension Informational Text Worksheet
This passage briefly describes the role of women in ancient Egypt. 8 multiple choice questions assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:Article (1000-1100 Lexile)8 multiple choice questionsColor and BW VersionsKey includedThese are PDF files, so they are NOT editable. BUNDLES:Mesopotamia Ancient Egypt Ancient Greece Ancient Rome Ancient China Ancient Africa or MEGA BUNDLE of all Ancient CivilizationsI do my best to make sure I
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Ancient Egypt Reading Comprehension Worksheet Informational Text Bundle
Ancient China Clothing Reading Comprehension Informational Worksheet
This passage describes clothing in ancient China. 12 questions (true/false and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:Article covering ancient China's clothing 12 questions- true/false, multiple choiceKey includedPart of my Ancient China Reading Comprehension Bundle*I do my best to make sure I do not have typos, but occasionally they slip through. PLEASE message me and I will correct it quickly to ensure my
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Ancient China Reading Comprehension Informational Text Worksheet Bundle
Constantine Close Reading Comprehension Activity | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about Constantine the Great who ruled Rome between 306 AD and 337 AD. The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this PDF printable resource:An informational textA comprehension activity with ten questionsTwo gram
Grades:
5th - 6th
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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.
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