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Ancient history literature circles for homeschool
The Egypt Game Novel Study Unit | Comprehension Questions with Activities & Test
This novel study for The Egypt Game, by Zilpha Keatley Snyder, contains 165 pages of resources, including comprehension and vocabulary by chapter, reading response activities, assessments, and more.Focus standards include figurative language, theme, character analysis, plot, and setting.No-prep, predictable, and extremely user-friendly, this literature guide is perfect for whole class, small group, or independent study.♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included with
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3rd - 6th
Also included in: The Egypt Game and Hoot Novel Study Bundle
Boy of the Painted Cave Novel Study Unit - Comprehension | Activities | Tests
This novel study for Boy of the Painted Cave, by Justin Denzel, contains 116 pages of resources, including comprehension and vocabulary by chapter, reading response activities, assessments, and more.Focus standards include figurative language, theme, character analysis, plot, and setting.No-prep, predictable, and extremely user-friendly, this literature guide is perfect for whole class, small group, or independent study. ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included wit
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3rd - 6th
I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 Mega Pack
Create an explosion of reading excitement with the "I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79" Mega Pack! This novel is written for a fourth grade reading level but could easily be used in grades 3-5, and with advanced 2nd grade readers.
This product download includes:
Reading Comprehension Chapters 1-4
Quiz Chapters 1-4
Reading Comprehension Chapters 5-7
Quiz Chapters 5-7
Reading Comprehension Chapters 8-10
Quiz Chapters 8-10
Reading Comprehension Chapters 11-16
Quiz Chapters 11-16
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2nd - 5th
Magic Tree House Fact Tracker: Ancient Greece and the Olympics Book Study
* Follows Common Core Standards *Magic Tree House Fact Tracker: Ancient Greece and the Olympics Book StudyThis 24-page book study (a total 49 pages including answer key) walks students through the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker. Students will be taking notes, answering open-ended questions, summarizing, visualizing, and using the cloze method. Students will be practicing a variety of reading comprehension skills and strategies.This packet assisted my students greatly in comprehending what they we
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2nd - 4th
Who Was King Tut? | 13-Day NO PREP Unit Study | Lesson Plan, Quizzes, Activities
Need an engaging way to introduce your students to King Tut? Look no further than this 170+ page 13-day NO PREP Who Was King Tut? book companion and research project!Perfect for upper elementary teachers and homeschoolers alike, this resource covers every aspect of King Tut's life—from birth to death and beyond—through cross-curricular activities. Each day's lesson plan appeals to different types of learners: curated videos (visual and auditory), reading passages (reading), comprehension quizzes
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3rd - 5th
Magic Tree House #16 Bundle: Hour of the Olympics + Ancient Greece Fact Tracker
Transport your students to the ancient arenas with our immersive novel study on Magic Tree House #16: Hour of the Olympics. And don't stop at the finish line! Dive deeper into history with the enlightening Ancient Greece & the Olympics Fact Tracker. This bundle seamlessly blends Jack and Annie's athletic adventures with the rich tapestry of Ancient Greek civilization and Olympic traditions. With interactive reading sessions, activities, and a dash of Olympic spirit, it's perfect for educator
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2nd - 4th
Mini-Guide for Middlers: The Bronze Bow Interactive
This is a two-week literature study for the book titled The Bronze Bow, by Elizabeth George Speare. It is set in the time of Jesus: Daniel changes after his encounters with Jesus. The mini-guide for The Bronze Bow includes*: vocabulary words and exercisesdiscussion questionsreading activities – Students will: create a character web, compile a list, compare/contrast, debate, and fill in a chart. Students will learn about: idiom, allusions, theme, syllogism, similes, effective writing, plants,
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6th - 9th
Mini-Guide for Middlers: The Golden Goblet Interactive
This is a two-week literature guide for the book titled The Golden Goblet, by Eloise Jarvis McGraw. In this book, which is set in ancient Egypt, a boy named Ranofer dreams of becoming a goldsmith. After the death of his father, Ranofer's goal is thwarted by his evil half-brother. This guide contains:vocabulary words and exercisesdiscussion questionsreading activities: characterization, metaphor, idioms, comparison and contrast, alliteration, effect and cause, simile, antonyms, prediction, ti
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6th - 9th
The Egypt Game | Activities and Projects | Worksheets and Digital
This activity pack for The Egypt Game, by Zilpha Keatley Snyder, contains 56 pages of standards-aligned reading response activities. Focuses include character analysis, figurative language, reading for details, point of view, and more.All activities have the Common Core code listed in the bottom corner, providing focus. Graphic organizers are easily adapted for every learner. Creative projects and tasks will keep your students engaged. ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BO
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3rd - 6th
Magic Tree House #3 Bundle: Mummies in the Morning & Mummies and Pyramids
The pyramids, mummies, and life in Ancient Egypt fascinate children. This bundle includes trifolds for the Magic Tree House books Mummies in the Morning (#3) and the Fact Tracker companion Mummies & Pyramids.
These fun activities allow students to delve into the books at a deeper level, while allowing you to see their understanding. Questions focus on guiding students toward using text evidence to support their answers while encouraging students to develop their own thinking about the info
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2nd - 4th
Boy of the Painted Cave | Activities and Projects | Worksheets and Digital
This 40 page activity pack for Boy of the Painted Cave, by Justin Denzel, contains 17 Common Core-aligned reading response activities. Focus standards include character analysis, theme, plot, figurative language, opinion writing, and more.Open ended questions and graphic organizers are easily adaptable for every learner. Perfect for whole class, small group, or even independent study. ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included with your purchase!♥Excellent for school
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3rd - 6th
Where Are the Great Pyramids? | 9-Day NO PREP Unit | Plan, Quizzes, Activities
Need an engaging way to introduce your students to the Great Pyramids? Look no further than this 110+ page 9-day NO PREP Where Are the Great Pyramids? book companion and research project!Perfect for upper elementary teachers and homeschoolers alike, this resource covers every aspect of the Great Pyramids—from their original purpose and construction to the present day—through cross-curricular activities. Each day's lesson plan appeals to different types of learners: curated videos (visual and aud
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3rd - 5th
Elementary Philosophy: Discussing Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle
What does it mean to live a good life? What is happiness? What does it mean to truly be wise? These three concise and well-researched stories regarding Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle will act as catalysts for lively discussions that promote critical thinking, careful reading, and reflection on some of the most important questions imaginable. Each can stand alone, or the three can be strung together to form a small unit on ancient Greek philosophy.Appropriate for 4th, 5th, 6th grade and up. Inclu
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4th - 10th
Also included in: Elementary Philosophy Bundle: Diverse Reading and Discussion Activities
Mummies in the Morning Novel Study Unit - Magic Tree House #3
Planning a high-quality novel study can take hours of your precious time, and those long list of chapter questions often results in little-to-no skill transfer beyond the book. Now you can teach those challenging reading comprehension skills like text analysis, inference, and summary through novels without having to spend all the hours preparing for your literature circles and book clubs. Plus, you can rest assured your students are developing stronger skills in text analysis and deep thinking
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2nd - 3rd
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Also included in: Magic Tree House Novel Unit Bundle: Books #1-5
The Tao of Who? Winnie-the-Pooh Reading Activities - Ancient China Daoism/Taoism
These two activities are a fun way to get students to better understand as well as become interested in the principles of Daoism/Taoism (one of the Leadership Philosophies/Three Schools of Thought that developed in Ancient China). After students have finished reading the excerpt “The Tao of Who?” from the book The Tao of Pooh (Winnie-the-Pooh and friends!) by Benjamin Hoff, they can choose to answer one out of four questions that best fits with their learning style via a Comprehension Menu. Afte
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Boy of the Painted Cave | Comprehension Questions and Vocabulary by chapter
This is a 66 page comprehension and vocabulary packet for Boy of the Painted Cave, by Justin Denzel. The student work is organized by every 2 chapters, and is a mix of sequencing, multiple choice, short answer, vocabulary work, and creative activities. Questions have varying levels of rigor and are at all levels of Bloom's Taxonomy.You will find the layout easy to use, student-friendly, and predictable, while at the same time challenging and easy to adapt for all learners. Perfect for whole clas
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3rd - 6th
Mini-Guide for Middlers: Twice Freed Interactive
This is a two-week study for the book titled Twice Freed, by Patricia St. John. In this historical fiction book, the author relates the biblical story of the slave Onesimus from the book of Philemon. The book is in print and available from booksellers. It is also able to be obtained on loan from Internet Archive: Read Twice Freed on loan from Internet Archive Read a short, free biography about Patricia St. John; a list of many of her books is included: An Introduction to Patricia St. John a
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6th - 9th
Magic Tree House #13 Bundle: Vacation Under the Volcano + Ancient Rome & Pompeii
Embark on a riveting journey to the heart of Ancient Rome with our in-depth novel study of Magic Tree House #13: Vacation Under the Volcano. Enhance this thrilling expedition with the illuminating Fact Tracker: Ancient Rome and Pompeii companion. This thoughtfully combined bundle weaves the dramatic escapades of Jack and Annie with the rich tapestry and events of Roman history, including the fateful day in Pompeii. Engaging reading sessions, interactive activities, and vibrant discussions will t
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2nd - 4th
Magic Tree House MERLIN MISSION #9 Dragon of the Red Dawn
This packet is PRINT and GO ready! This is a packet of comprehension questions is for the book Magic Tree House MERLIN MISSION #9 Dragon of the Red Dawn. There are questions for each of the 10 chapters. This is good way to for the students to practice answering questions in complete sentences. This packet can be used in guided reading as well as for independent work for assessment over their reading.
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1st - 4th
Hour of the Olympics Common Core Unit (Third Grade Standards)
This unit aligns common core standards with the Magic Tree House book "Hour of the Olympics" and "the companion book "Ancient Greece and the Olympics" by Mary Pope Osborne. This unit would be a nice addition to a whole class chapter book study, small groups, literature circles, and guided reading.
This unit contains:
* A chapter by chapter comprehension check
* Integrated writing activities
* Common core literary and informational performance tasks
* Point of View
* Character Analysis
* Opinio
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3rd
The Labyrinth of the Minotaur: The Adventure of Theseus
The myth of the Labyrinth of the Minotaur, where Theseus confronts a terrifying monster, is an adventure rich in lessons for children aged 6 to 8. It teaches courage, ingenuity, and the importance of problem solving through the clever use of a ball of thread. This story also offers a door to understanding ancient cultures, enriching the imagination of young minds. Values such as altruism, justice, and loyalty are explored, contributing to moral and ethical education. The appropriate presentation
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6th - 8th
Greek Mythology Literature Circles
I use this lesson over the course of a larger unit on the power of storytelling. Students use D’Aulaires Book of Greek Myths as a literary focus for conducting in class, small group discussions. If this book is not available for you, you can have the students choose their own Greek myths to read. This packet has everything a teacher would need to hold these discussions in class including:
-Teacher Instructions
-Student Planning Guide
-Greek Inspired Student Roles
-Table Reminder Cards for the
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6th - 8th
"Maroo of the Winter Caves" Discussion Questions and QUIZ
This is a set of discussion questions and a quiz to use when teaching the novel "Maroo of the Winter Caves" by Ann Turnbull. Each of the four readings has 5 questions to assess students' ability to understand and interpret the story. This is a wonderful text to use when teaching about Ancient History.The 15 question quiz includes character descriptions, matching, and short answer questions.
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3rd - 6th
"Mara, Daughter of the Nile" - Discussion Questions
This is a set of discussion questions that can be used when reading "Mara, Daughter of the Nile" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw. There are five/six questions for each of the ten readings, approx. 30 pages. There is no answer key included with these questions, as answers will vary from student to student.
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6th - 12th
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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?
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