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Preview of Greek Mythology God & Goddesses Close Reading Passages

Greek Mythology God & Goddesses Close Reading Passages

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**TPT Digital Activties Option is included easel. You will have access to the TPT Digital Activity from this product page once the purchase has been made**Greek Mythology God & Goddesses Close Reading Passages{Includes a reading passage and three worksheets for each god or goddess}Covers the 10 following gods and goddesses: ZeusHeraHephaestusAthenaAphroditePoseidonHermesAchillesMidasHercules (Heracles)The three worksheets for each god or goddess are similar. -The first one covers reading ski
Preview of Ancient Rome {Activities, Worksheets, & Handouts}

Ancient Rome {Activities, Worksheets, & Handouts}

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Free to Teach
Ancient Rome {Activities, Worksheets, & Handouts} Ancient Rome Packet Cover The Beginning of Rome Ancient Rome's Government Structure of Government Under the Roman Republic Rome Structures & Buildings (Including the Colosseum) Life in Ancient Rome Roman Citizens The Roman Army Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius The Italian Peninsula The Fall of the Roman Empire Ancient Rome Test (two pages-- multiple choice, matching, short answer and long answer) Famous Romans Interactive Foldable All of th
Preview of Ancient Egypt Activities STEM Challenges Pyramids STEM Challenge Project Craft

Ancient Egypt Activities STEM Challenges Pyramids STEM Challenge Project Craft

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StudentSavvy
Ancient Egypt STEM & STEAM Challenges Cross-curricular challenges for students who are studying Ancient Civilizations and Ancient Egypt! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! There are 2 Egypt STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, prediction section, brainstorming section, trials 1, 2, & 3,
Preview of Ancient Rome Activities Project STEM Challenges Worksheets Roman Empire Republic

Ancient Rome Activities Project STEM Challenges Worksheets Roman Empire Republic

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StudentSavvy
Ancient Rome STEM & STEAM ChallengesCross-curricular challenges for students who are studying Ancient Civilizations and Ancient Rome! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! There are 2 Rome STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, prediction section, brainstorming section, trials 1, 2, & 3, fin
Preview of Ancient Greece Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Informational Text

Ancient Greece Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Informational Text

This reading comprehension worksheet bundle covers various topics about ancient Greece (outlined below). Each passage has comprehension questions. I've included a color and black and white version of each, as well a key. The individual listings have more information and previews. These are great for centers, homework, fast finishers, substitutes, etc. They are print and go, so they do not take much prep at all. Includes articles on the following topics: AthensCity-StatesGeographyTimelineMino
Preview of Ancient Rome Learning Stations 3-D Colosseum Gladiators Rome Activities

Ancient Rome Learning Stations 3-D Colosseum Gladiators Rome Activities

This resource contains six ancient Rome learning stations that students can rotate through in small groups. Each ancient Rome learning station (or center) is designed to give students engaging and exciting learning experiences to practice, enrich, review, and enhance their learning. Students will visit each station with a small group and complete tasks and assignments. Here’s the fun part! After students complete each ancient Rome activity at the learning stations, they’ll turn their work into
Preview of Ancient Egypt Reading Comprehension Passages Questions Pyramids Pharaohs Gods

Ancient Egypt Reading Comprehension Passages Questions Pyramids Pharaohs Gods

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StudentSavvy
Ancient Egypt Worksheets - Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations. This resource 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! Quick overview of topics covered in this resource include: 1.) The Two Lands of Ancient Egypt-covers the layout of Ancient Egypt (Upper and Lower Egypt)-flow of t
Preview of Greek Mythology Unit - Create A Monster Activity - Ancient Greece Myths Projects

Greek Mythology Unit - Create A Monster Activity - Ancient Greece Myths Projects

Ancient Greek Mythology Unit - Create Your own Monster from Greek Mythology Project - This Ancient Greece Mythology resource contains everything students need to create their own monster from Greek Mythology. Using the templates and graphic organizers provided, students develop, illustrate, and write about their own Greek Monsters. This Ancient Greek Mythology resource package is an excellent addition to your Ancient Greece unit, and is an engaging activity to practice creative writing and chara
Preview of Ancient Egypt Activities Reading Passages Unit Worksheets Map Egyptian Pyramids

Ancient Egypt Activities Reading Passages Unit Worksheets Map Egyptian Pyramids

Take a step back in time to Ancient Egypt with these Ancient Egypt activities that students will love! This unit has reading passages about the Nile River, geography of Egypt, pharaohs, pyramids, mummification, daily life, and much more. This unit has everything you need including reading passages, activities, a pacing guide, vocabulary posters, map, timeline, comprehension questions, a test, and more! Inside you'll find information about:A Great CivilizationThe Nile River Nile DeltaA Tough Life
Preview of Ancient Mesopotamia Reading Passages - Questions - Annotations Activity

Ancient Mesopotamia Reading Passages - Questions - Annotations Activity

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StudentSavvy
Ancient Mesopotamia Worksheets - Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations This resource is designed for an Ancient Mesopotamia 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! Topics covered in this resource include: 1.) Mesopotamia and the Fertile Crescent -location between the two r
Preview of Ancient Greece Doodle Notes and Digital Guided Notes Bundle

Ancient Greece Doodle Notes and Digital Guided Notes Bundle

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History Gal
This bundle includes all seven of my Ancient Greece Doodle Notes. These doodle notes will help make learning about Ancient Greece a lot of fun as students color, doodle, and take notes about the geography of Greece, early Greeks, Greek city-states, Sparta, Athens, the Persian Wars, the Peloponnesian War, Alexander the Great, and the Hellenistic Period. Each printed Doodle Notes set contains:*Teacher directions *Blank doodle notes for students to fill in and color as you cover the information on
Preview of Myth Reading Passages - 20 One Page Myths from Around the World

Myth Reading Passages - 20 One Page Myths from Around the World

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Run Play Explore
These myth reading passages introduce students to different cultures around the world. Just one page each, these easy stories allow each student in your class to have their own myths to read! If you've checked out every single mythology book in your school and public library and STILL come up short, you need these one-page myths!What Other Teachers Are Saying:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "My students have loved the myths! They are in kid friendly language which is amazing! These were the perfect addition to my fa
Preview of Ancient Greece Unit - Greek History Stations  Ancient Greece Activities Projects

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
Preview of Egypt Booklet (A Country Study!)

Egypt Booklet (A Country Study!)

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Emily Bynum
This "All About Egypt" booklet can be used for a very basic country study in lower elementary grades! Each page contains a basic fact and related illustration. All graphics are in an outline format so that it's ready to be colored like a mini-coloring book. This coloring booklet gives all the general/basic information about Egypt, including: -geography -Egyptian flag -The Nile River -ancient Pharaohs -the Sphinx/Great Pyramid of Giza -camels -religion -mummification -hieroglyphics -common Ara
Preview of Mesoamerica Reading Comprehension Passages Questions Annotations Aztec Inca Maya

Mesoamerica Reading Comprehension Passages Questions Annotations Aztec Inca Maya

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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
Preview of Greek Mythology Reading Comprehension Worksheet Ancient Greece Informational

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
Preview of Ancient Mesopotamia Hammurabi's Code Reading Comprehension Code of Hammurabi

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
Preview of Early Humans The Stone Age Reading Comprehension Passages Questions Activities

Early Humans The Stone Age Reading Comprehension Passages Questions Activities

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Early Humans Worksheets - The Stone Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations Archeology and Paleolithic Era - Neolithic EraThis resource 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! Quick overview of topics covered in this resource include: 1.) The Earliest Humans and the Stone Age-Overvie
Preview of Ancient Mesopotamia Activities STEM Project Challenges Cuneiform Ziggurat

Ancient Mesopotamia Activities STEM Project Challenges Cuneiform Ziggurat

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Ancient Mesopotamia STEM & STEAM ChallengesCross-curricular challenges for students who are studying Ancient Civilizations and Ancient Mesopotamia! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! There are 2 Mesopotamia STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, prediction section, brainstorming section, tria
Preview of Design a Roman Gladiator: A Rome Activity - Create your own Gladiator

Design a Roman Gladiator: A Rome Activity - Create your own Gladiator

Design a Roman Gladiator: A Rome Activity - Create your own Gladiator Bring ancient Rome into your classroom with this activity where students design their own gladiator Gladiator: Two versions of this sheet are included - one with the outline of a gladiator, and one blank worksheet if the students want to draw their own gladiator. Also included is writing organizer which encourages your students to think about how the gladiators must of felt being forced to fight. A great topic for class dis
Preview of Ancient Mesopotamia Map Activity & Scavenger Hunt: Where in the World Geography

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
Preview of Ancient Rome Reading Passages Comprehension Questions Annotations Roman Empire

Ancient Rome Reading Passages Comprehension Questions Annotations Roman Empire

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StudentSavvy
Ancient Rome Worksheets - Reading Comprehension Passages, Questions, and Annotations This resource is designed for an Ancient Rome 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 Ancient Rome - Interactive NotebookQuick overview of topics covered in this resource include: 1.) The Roman Re
Preview of Maya Empire PUZZLE STATIONS: Mayan Civilization, Mexico and Hieroglyphics

Maya Empire PUZZLE STATIONS: Mayan Civilization, Mexico and Hieroglyphics

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Think Tank
The Maya Empire Puzzle Stations activity has students decode interesting facts about the ancient civilization of the Maya Empire, Chichen Itza, Mayan gods, calendars and hieroglyphics. This Maya Empire activity allows students to walk around the classroom decoding puzzles. The codes include ciphers, Morse code, cryptograms and a final 4 digit code based on the decoders/clues. This is a NO PREP, PRINT & GO activity! What’s Included?✏️ 4 Reading Passages✏️ 4 Puzzle Phrases to Decode✏️ 4 Decode
Preview of Printable Interactive Old Testament Bible Story Bundle

Printable Interactive Old Testament Bible Story Bundle

Teach your kids the Bible stories with this HUGE set of Printable Old Testament Scripture Story Characters!New to printable scripture stories? You can try them out for FREE here: FREE Scripture Story PrintablesThis set of printable graphics was handmade with felt, and then meticulously digitized to create high quality printable images for your Bible storytelling. The printable set goes perfectly with The Jesse Tree Advent as it includes all the characters and images you need to tell stories lead
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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.