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Ancient history worksheets under $5
Ancient Greece Geography Map Activity (Print and Digital Resource)
This activity will help students better understand the geography of Greece and its impact on Ancient Greek civilizations. They will label and color the blank map version and then answer a few questions. Alternatively, students can just color on the coloring page version. It's a great way to incorporate geography in your lesson.What's included with the Printed Versions:*Ancient Greece map for students to label, color, and answer 10 questions (1 page map, 1 page directions/questions, uneditable pd
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6th - 10th
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ANCIENT CHINA Worksheet Activity Packet - Word Search, Crossword, and More!
Introduce and review important vocabulary words for teaching about the civilization of ancient China with this engaging puzzle worksheet packet. The puzzles will give students a chance to familiarize themselves with important terms while having fun. Puzzles make great no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, reading comprehension and lesson plan supplements, themed classrooms, sponge activities, introductions to new topics, and sub files. The list o
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5th - 8th
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Ancient China Map Activity Lesson (Print and Digital Resource)
This activity will help students better understand the geography of Ancient China. They will label and color the blank map version and answer a few questions. Alternatively, students can just color on the coloring page version. It's a great way to incorporate geography in your lesson.What's included with the printed versions:*Blank Ancient China map for students to label, color, and answer questions (1 page map, 1 page directions, uneditable pdf)*Blank Ancient China map for students to label, co
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Bundle for Chinese Dynasties (Xia, Shang, Zhou, Qin, & Han)
Hammurabi's Code Activity and Doodle Notes
In this fun and engaging Hammurabi’s Code activity, students will use the Code of Hammurabi to decide the verdict for six fictional court cases they create. Make it more exciting by dressing up as a judge as you preside over the cases that students act out!This Hammurabi’s Code activity Includes:*Doodle Notes on Hammurabi’s Code (1 page; includes blank, fill in the blanks, coloring page, and color versions with BC and BCE dates; includes fillable PDF and Google Slides versions) *PowerPoint fo
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6th
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BC AD BCE CE Timeline Activity for Google Drive and PDF
If you are looking for a simple and effective way to teach BC AD and/or BCE CE to your students, you are in the right place! This no-prep resource for Google Drive + PDF not only teaches students about BC/AD + BCE/CE, but also gives them opportunity to practice!This resource includes:Teacher Guide (PDF)Student Handouts (Information Sheet + Worksheet, with answer keys)Editable Google SlideshowEditable Google Doc versions of the Student HandoutsSelf-Grading Google Forms (one version for BC/AD and
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Back to School Bundle | Activities, Posters, Timelines
Ancient Greece Unit Introduction Research Activity | Worksheet + Digital Version
If you are looking for an easy way to start your unit about Ancient Greece, this is the resource for you! This two-sided activity sheet or editable Google Slideshow guides students through some country research about modern-day Greece and sparks their curiosity about things they will learn during your unit!This resource includes both a Google Slides version and a printable PDF version. An answer key is also provided.The topics included on this introductory handout are:geographyflagweatherlanguag
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Unit Introduction Activities Bundle | Worksheets
Ancient Rome Worksheet: Roman Numerals Guide + Puzzle | Ancient Rome Word Search
This Ancient Rome Activity Sheet is perfect for an emergency sub plan or early finisher activity during your Ancient Rome unit! Both fun and educational, this no-prep Ancient Rome worksheet contains two different activities: a Roman numeral worksheet with a chart to complete and 18 practice problems and an Ancient Rome word search with vocabulary words about Ancient Rome. Simply make a double-sided copy of this no-prep and engaging handout for all of your students and you are good to go! It will
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Worksheets for Early Finishers or Emergency Sub Plans
Doodle Style Notes, The Americas, Aztec, Maya & Inca Summary Activity Set
What a fun way to review the geography, religion, achievements, government/leadership, economy and social classes of the Americas! Students complete the Aztec, Maya, and Inca doodle note templates after class notes, reading textbook chapters or informational texts, at the end of the unit, or even after finishing a chapter test (while waiting for students to finish). This activity is a class favorite that is easy to implement. It's great to share and hang in the classroom. This also makes for a
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5th - 12th
Also included in:Â Aztec Resources Bundle: Interactive Notebook Independent Work Packet
Write Like a Sumerian! Cuneiform in Mesopotamia Writing & Literacy Activity
Experience a student-focused and Common Core-aligned Mesopotamia writing activity! Begin by immersing your students in the fascinating history of cuneiform's evolution in Ancient Mesopotamia. There’s no way they will say this activity is 'boring'! Students will dive into the reading materials by: extracting key detailssummarizing essential pointsdrawing insightful conclusions using a printable writing guideYour students will transport back in time to the Sumerian era as they embark on an excitin
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5th - 8th
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Ancient Rome Geography Activity: Google Earth Field Trip
This Ancient Rome Geography Activity is the most engaging way to teach about the geography and architecture of Ancient Rome! Using this resource, students will embark on a Google Earth Field Trip to investigate the key locations listed below and match each one to a clue written on one of the postcards in the assignment. This resource includes both a printable version with 2 printable sheets and a digital version with a Google Slideshow, which can be helpful with distance learning!In this activit
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Unit Bundle | Activities, Simulation, Notes, Timeline, Test
Empire of Alexander the Great Map Activity (Print and Digital)
This activity will help students better understand the magnitude and location of Alexander the Great's empire. Students will label and color a map and then answer a few questions. It's a great way to incorporate geography in your Alexander the Great lesson.What's included with the printed version:*Map for students to label, color, and answer 8 questions (1 page map, 1 page directions/questions, uneditable pdf)*Map for students to label and color (1 page, uneditable pdf)*Map Key (2 pages, unedita
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6th - 10th
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Ancient Mesopotamia Hammurabi's Code Reading Comprehension Code of Hammurabi
This passage briefly explains Hammurabi's Code. 28 questions (matching, true/false, and decipher the code) assess students' learning. 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:*Article (1100-1200 Lexile) *10 Matching Questions*10 True/False Questions*8 Decipher the Code Questions (quotes from Hammurabi's Code for students to interpret)*Color and BW Versions*Keys Included This is part of my
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5th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Mesopotamia Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Civilizations
Ancient Rome Unit Introduction Research Activity | Worksheet + Digital Version
If you are looking for an easy way to start your unit about Ancient Rome, this is the resource for you! This two-sided activity sheet or editable Google Slideshow guides students through some country research about modern-day Italy and sparks their curiosity about things they will learn during your unit!This resource includes both a Google Slides version and a printable PDF version. An answer key is also provided.The topics included on this introductory handout are:geographyflagweatherlanguagepo
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Unit Introduction Activities Bundle | Worksheets
Mulan Movie Guide l Questions l Worksheets
This is a 2-paged packet to give students as they watch Mulan! It includes 15 comprehension questions that follow along as they watch the movie. It has parts that scholars can color and an area where they can try to write "Mulan" in Chinese.It is a great way to review what scholars have learned about ancient China!This packet is not made to be difficult. This is a great resource to leave with a sub!**************************************************************************************************
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2nd - 8th
Ancient Mesopotamia Map Activity & Scavenger Hunt: Where in the World Geography
Explore the captivating geography of Ancient Mesopotamia through this engaging and student-driven activity that combines fun with interactive learning. Your students will embark on a journey of discovery as they uncover the essential geographical elements of this ancient civilization. Here's how the adventure unfolds:Map Creation: Students take the reins as they craft their own physical map of Mesopotamia, meticulously labeling its key features. This hands-on activity encourages a deeper unders
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4th - 8th
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Greek Mythology Reading Comprehension Worksheet Ancient Greece Informational
This passage is a brief overview of Greek Mythology. 30 questions (matching, multiple choice, identify) assess students' learning. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. *This is meant to be used as an overview to the basics of what Greek Mythology is. It is NOT in-depth, but meant to be used used as a quick introduction/review. I use it when I am doing a review of what it is with my students because they have already had an in-depth study of mythology in 6th gra
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5th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Greece Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Informational Text
Ancient Greece - Greek Gods and Goddesses
Teach your students about fifteen of the main Greek gods and goddesses with illustrated listings, each with an original illustration, the Roman names, role, symbol, a myth and a combination of other fun facts. The introduction includes interesting facts about the ancient Greek religion including sacrifices, temples, festivals and Mount Olympus. This PDF includes information handouts, a fact file activity, a printable memory card game, match the Roman and Greek god activity, and differentiated re
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4th - 6th
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Also included in:Â Mythology of the Romans, Greeks, Norse and Aztecs
Reasons for the Fall of the Roman Empire Sorting Activity
This is a great Ancient Rome cooperative learning or individual activity in which students analyze 20 reasons for the Fall of the Roman Empire and match them to the category that best describes it (Social, Political, Economic, or Military). After classifying each reason for Rome's decline, students analyze their results to determine what had the biggest and smallest impact on Rome's ultimate collapse. I like to have my students work together on this so that they can argue and defend their choice
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5th - 10th
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Ancient India Caste System Activity and Reading for Google Drive and PDF
Teaching about the caste system can be difficult, but this no-prep and editable Ancient India Caste System Activity and Reading can help! This printable and digital resource includes a two-page reading about the caste system, reading comprehension questions, and an activity that compares the caste system to American society.This Ancient India Caste System Activity and Reading resource includes:teacher guide (PDF)a two-page reading about the caste system (PDF + editable Google Doc)reading compreh
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Ancient India Activities Bundle | Activity, Reading Passage, and Projects
Aztecs Informational Text Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Mesoamerica
This reading comprehension worksheet bundle covers topics on the Aztecs including daily life, religion, Aztec warriors, Tenochtitlan, overview, and Spanish Conquest. The individual listing have more information and previews. Each product has a color and BW version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:*Daily Life*Religion*Aztec Warriors*Tenochtitlan*Spanish Conquest*OverviewPart of my Mesoamerica Reading Comprehension BundleAlso part of my Ancient Civilizations MEGA BundleYou may also be interested in
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5th - 7th
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Julius Caesar Biography Reading Comprehension Worksheet Ancient Rome
This passage briefly describes the life of Julius Caesar. 17 questions (identify and multiple choice) assess students' learning. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:Article (1000-1100 Lexile) 17 questions- identify and multiple choiceColor and BW VersionsKey IncludedPart of my Ancient Rome Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me!
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5th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Civilizations Roman
Ancient Egypt Unit Introduction Research Activity | Worksheet + Digital Version
If you are looking for an easy way to start your unit about Ancient Egypt, this is the resource for you! This two-sided Egypt activity sheet or editable Google Slideshow guides students through some country research about modern-day Egypt to make the unit more relevant to them and sparks their curiosity about things they will learn during your unit!This resource includes both a Google Slides version and a printable PDF version. An answer key is also provided.The topics included on this introduct
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Unit Introduction Activities Bundle | Worksheets
Ancient India Unit Introduction Research Activity | Worksheet + Digital Version
If you are looking for an easy way to start your unit about Ancient India, this is the resource for you! This two-sided activity sheet or editable Google Slideshow guides students through some country research about modern-day India to help connect the past and present, and it sparks their curiosity about things they will learn during your unit!This resource includes both a Google Slides version and a printable PDF version. An answer key is also provided.The topics included on this introductory
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Unit Introduction Activities Bundle | Worksheets
Ancient China Unit Introduction Research Activity | Worksheet + Digital Version
If you are looking for an easy way to start your unit about Ancient China, this is the resource for you! This two-sided activity sheet or editable Google Slideshow guides students through some country research about modern-day China, which helps your students connect the past and present and sparks their curiosity about things they will learn during your unit!This resource includes both a Google Slides version and a printable PDF version. An answer key is also provided.The topics included on thi
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Unit Introduction Activities Bundle | Worksheets
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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.
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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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