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Ancient history Common Core RI.7.1 printables
Greek Mythology Reading Comprehension Passages Gods Ancient Greece Myths Unit
Greek Mythology Reading Comprehension Passages and Annotations for Upper Elementary and Middle School2 versions included for all reading passage files: Digital Google Slides {Google Classroom Compatible}Printable PDF VersionDesigned for Upper Elementary and Middle School students! Perfect for Distance Learning and/or the Digital Classroom6 Passages on 12 Greek Gods & Goddesses Covered in this Unit: Aphrodite, Ares, Apollo, Artemis, Zeus, Hera, Hestia, Athena, Poseidon, Hephaestus, Demeter, &
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4th - 7th
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King Tut WebQuest - Ancient Egyptian History - Ancient Civilizations
This is a webquest designed to give students historical background knowledge about King Tut and his role in ancient Egyptian history. During the internet hunt they use a variety of strategies and skills that will prepare them to do research using the internet as well as reading for information. I've included a writing assignment and word search for fast finishers or reinforcement.I added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answer boxes for your st
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4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt Bundle of 5 Webquests -Egyptian History
Ancient Greece Unit - Greek History Stations Ancient Greece Activities Projects
Perfect for an Ancient Greece Unit or Greece Interactive Notebook, this resource contains 11 different Greece reading passages with corresponding comprehension question poster pages for students to complete. These Greece questions ask students to read through the text and pull out key facts and important details. Students cycle through each station, completing the activities as they go.Each station contains a full page reading passage and comprehension question poster page. An answer key for
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4th - 7th
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Mesoamerica Reading Comprehension Passages Questions Annotations Aztec Inca Maya
Mesoamerica - Olmec, Mayan, Aztec, and Inca Ancient Civilization Worksheets - Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations This resource is designed for a Reformation unit. It contains 5 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Directions for Student Annotations! Reading Comprehension Questions also included! Questions & Answer Keys for Each of the 5 Reading Passages! COMMON CORE ALIGNED! Aligned with Mesoamerican Interactive NotebookQuick overview of topics co
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5th - 9th
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Ancient Mesopotamia: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about the ancient Mesopotamia civilization through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions6 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differentiated re
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3rd - 8th
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Ancient Egypt: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about the ancient civilization of Egypt through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions11 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differentiated read
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3rd - 8th
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Early Man [Paleolithic]: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about Early Man through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions3 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differentiated reading levels for each passa
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3rd - 8th
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Ice Age and Stone Age Reading Worksheet
This Ice Age and Stone Age activity features a 1 page reading that explains the Old and New Stone Ages as well as the Ice Ages for students in a simple, easy-to-understand manner. The reading explains why people first migrated during the ice Age, hunters and gatherers, the first farmers, herding animals, and more. Following the reading is a set of Common Core-aligned questions on a worksheet to help students better understand the key points of the text. An answer key for the reading is included
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5th - 9th
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Origin of Early Humans Reading & Worksheet
This great worksheet features 3 readings on the early human ancestors Australopithecus, Homo habilis, Homo erectus, Neanderthals, and Cro-Magnons. Each short reading is followed by a set of vocabulary terms students define and a short question to help students identify key concepts. Following all of the readings is a matching in which students identify which early hominid possessed which physical trait or achievement. This is an excellent activity for younger students or those struggling readers
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6th - 9th
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Ancient Greece: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about the ancient civilization of Greece through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions10 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differentiated rea
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3rd - 8th
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Ancient Civilizations: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about Ancient Civilizations through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions6 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differentiated reading levels fo
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3rd - 8th
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Ancient China: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about Ancient China through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions7 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differentiated reading levels for each p
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3rd - 8th
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Ancient Rome: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about the ancient civilization of Rome through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions6 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differentiated readin
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3rd - 8th
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Ancient Rome GRAPES Activities Reading Passages Geography Economy Religion
Ancient Rome Ancient Civilization EDITABLE Worksheets for GRAPES (Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economy, Social Structure) Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations. FREE BONUS GRAPES Posters Included! 100% Editable Text! It contains 6 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Directions for Student Annotations! Reading Comprehension Questions are also included! Questions & Answer Keys for Each of the 6 Reading Passages! COMMON CORE ALIGNED! I
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5th - 9th
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Ancient India: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
With this resource, students will learn all about Ancient India through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. Students can respond to short-answer questions after reading. The questions are aligned to informational text reading standards. Teaching notes and lesson plans are included. This resource can be printed or shared digitally. What is included?+ Printable and interactive digital versions4 reading passages – (See topics below.)5 differentiated reading levels for each p
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3rd - 8th
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Reading Comprehension Passage - Ancient Egypt Hatshepsut - Women's History Month
Ancient Egypt's Hatshepsut is naturally interesting and perfect to learn about during Women's History Month. The Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions are focused on the life of Hatshepsut and ancient Egypt during Hatshepsut's reign. Engage students with this high-interest reading passage on one of ancient Egypt's most famous pharaohs, while practicing close reading skills and test prep-type reading comprehension questions. The fun brochure format has differentiated versions and scaffoldin
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5th - 7th
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Ancient Israel: Passages - Distance Learning Compatible
Ancient Israel Differentiated Reading PassagesPrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn about the ancient civilization of Israel through reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 6 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 30 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can respond to these questions aft
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations: Differentiated Passages Bundle
The Lost City of Atlantis Greek Mythology Primary Sources Research Activity
This engaging Social Studies lesson about Plato's lost city of Atlantis mixes history and forensic science for a hands on approach to learning about one of Greek mythologies most compelling mysteries. Students examine and analyze primary sources as evidence, make inferences, and use critical thinking skills to come up with 4 of their own theories to explain where Atlantis may have been located (if it even existed).This download includes 3 versions of the activity: Stations - Cut out the evidence
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4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â CASE FILES Bundle History's Mysteries Primary Sources Research Activities
Mesoamerica GRAPES Activities Reading Passages Geography Economy Posters
Mesoamerica - Olmec, Mayan, Aztec, and Inca Ancient Civilization EDITABLE Worksheets for GRAPES (Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economy, Social Structure) Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations. FREE BONUS GRAPES Posters Included! 100% Editable Text! It contains 6 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Directions for Student Annotations! Reading Comprehension Questions also included! Questions & Answer Keys for Each of the 6 Reading Passa
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5th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Mesoamerica Activities Choice Board Maps Virtual Field Trip GRAPES DBQ
Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions - Ancient Egypt Activity King Tut
The King Tut Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions unit is focused on the boy-king of ancient Egypt, King Tut. Easily engage students with high-interest text on the most famous pharaoh of ancient Egypt, while practicing close reading skills and test prep-type reading comprehension questions on King Tut. The fun brochure format has differentiated versions of the King Tut reading passage, and scaffolded pages have been included. Support your students' close reading and annotation skills usin
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5th - 8th
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Ancient India GRAPES Activities Reading Passages Geography Economy Religion
Ancient India Ancient Civilization EDITABLE Worksheets for GRAPES (Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economy, Social Structure) Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations. FREE BONUS GRAPES Posters Included! 100% Editable Text! It contains 6 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Directions for Student Annotations! Reading Comprehension Questions are also included! Questions & Answer Keys for Each of the 6 Reading Passages! COMMON CORE ALIGNED!
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5th - 9th
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Ancient Greece GRAPES Activities Reading Passages Geography Economy Religion
Ancient Greece Ancient Civilization EDITABLE Worksheets for GRAPES (Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economy, Social Structure) Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations. FREE BONUS GRAPES Posters Included! 100% Editable Text! It contains 6 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Directions for Student Annotations! Reading Comprehension Questions are also included! Questions & Answer Keys for Each of the 6 Reading Passages! COMMON CORE ALIGNED!
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5th - 9th
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Ancient China GRAPES Activities Reading Passages Geography Economy Religion
Ancient China Ancient Civilization EDITABLE Worksheets for GRAPES (Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economy, Social Structure) Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations. FREE BONUS GRAPES Posters Included! 100% Editable Text! It contains 6 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Directions for Student Annotations! Reading Comprehension Questions are also included! Questions & Answer Keys for Each of the 6 Reading Passages! COMMON CORE ALIGNED!
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5th - 9th
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Ancient Israel GRAPES Activities Reading Passages Geography Economy Religion
Ancient Israel Ancient Civilization EDITABLE Worksheets for GRAPES (Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economy, Social Structure) Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations. FREE BONUS GRAPES Posters Included! 100% Editable Text! It contains 6 Engaging, Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Directions for Student Annotations! Reading Comprehension Questions are also included! Questions & Answer Keys for Each of the 6 Reading Passages! COMMON CORE ALIGNED!
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5th - 9th
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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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