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Ancient history lessons for homeschool
Ancient Mesopotamia Learning Stations, 3D Ziggurat, Mesopotamia Activities
This resource contains six Mesopotamia learning stations that students can rotate through in small groups. Each ancient Mesopotamia 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 activities all about ancient Mesopotamia. Check this out! Students will create a 3-D ziggurat to showcase their learning. They’ll “bui
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Lessons, Activities, and Projects - Ancient History
Ancient Egypt Portraits Art History Project: Middle School Art Sub Plan Activity
Ready to liven up your middle school art curriculum with engaging, no prep Ancient Egypt art projects? This Egyptian portrait lesson will boost student confidence and creativity. Kids will be intrigued by how they displayed wealth with jewelry, wigs, ornate collars, and makeup. Moreover, they’ll enjoy creating a portrait with fashions of the times.And, it’ll help time-starved teachers like you create art lesson plans based on Ancient Egypt. During this art project, your class will learn how line
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5th - 7th
Ancient World Unit Bundle #1 with Lessons, Activities, Doodle Notes, Maps
This bundle includes lots of great interactive activities that your students will love! For descriptions of each included item click the links below:Archaeological Dig: Using Modern Objects to Learn About ArchaeologyTelling Time in History Doodle Notes and Digital Guided Notes Early Humans and the Stone Age Doodle Notes and Digital Guided Notes Features of a Civilization Doodle Notes Early River Valley Civilizations Mesopotamia Doodle Notes Set 1 for Fertile Crescent and Sumer Mesopotamia Doodle
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6th - 9th
West African Empires Ghana, Mali, Songhai Close Reading & Activity Set Worksheet
This student-centered activity includes three one and two-page close readings and four activity options covering the West African Trading Empires of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. As in all of our reading products, the close readings are key concepts for social science focused (GRAPES), analyzing the geography, economy, leadership, achievements, religion, and social classes of each empire.Here's what comes with this activity set:1. Close Readings for Ghana, Mali, and Songhai2. Ghana, Mali, and Songha
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5th - 9th
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World History Mega Bundle of Unit Lessons, Activities, Maps, Doodle Notes & More
The World History Massive Bundle is a growing bundle of all of my World History products. It currently contains all of my engaging World History activities and products. This is not a complete bundle, but I am continually adding to it. As I add to this bundle, the price will increase. When you buy it, you will get all of the future additions to the pack for free. The price reflects that this is an INCOMPLETE BUNDLE with unit gaps.Click on the preview to see all of the products included in this m
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6th - 10th
Ancient Egypt Reading Passages, Comprehension, & Geography - Nile River
These Ancient Egypt worksheets introduce students to the geography of this ancient civilization, specifically the Nile River. This Common Core aligned resource is perfect for whole group, small group, or individual student annotations. ....And the fact that it is NO PREP makes it even better! Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Completely updated in November 2022 to include more content!!STUDENTS WILL...Read the informational text about the Nile River and answer reading comprehensi
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Roman Senate Simulation Ancient Rome Roman Republic Empire Caesar Activity
Are you struggling to teach the Roman Senate in a way students actually remember Rome's government? If yes, then use this no prep simulation & let students role play as Roman senators in this highly interactive and competitive simulation! The simulation begins with a brief lecture on the Roman social system, patricians, plebeians, and positions of government, consul and tribune. Students will then be thrown into several rounds of voting on issues the Roman Republic dealt with. Once the simu
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6th - 7th
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Religion: Islam
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This two page reading plus two pages of questions summarizes Islam. It examines the historical roots of the religion, the basic beliefs, symbols & holy books, and the impact of the religion on believers. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are mostly cont
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6th - 12th
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The Roman Colosseum & Gladiators in Ancient Rome: Reading Passages + Activities
Students will be able to explore the Roman Colosseum, including why it was constructed, its history, what it was used for, past and present. Students will be exposed to a variety of different media (visual and print) to help them gain a greater understanding of the Roman Colosseum and its place in history.Updated August 2023 with a PowerPoint!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics i
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Religion: Hinduism
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This two page reading plus two pages of questions summarizes Hinduism. It examines the historical roots of the religion, the basic beliefs, symbols & holy books, and the impact of the religion on believers. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are mostly c
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6th - 12th
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The Birth of Ancient Rome - Romulus & Remus + Geography + Reading Passages
These Ancient Roman worksheets introduce students to the geography of Ancient Rome. Students will also learn about the struggle between Romulus and Remus, which gave birth to Ancient Rome as we know it. This Common Core aligned resource is perfect for whole group, small group, or individual student annotations.....And the fact that it is NO PREP makes it even better!Updated in November 2023 to include a Power Point!STUDENTS WILL...Read the informational text about Ancient Rome and answer reading
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Olympics in Ancient Greece, Then and Now: Reading Passages, Compare & Contrast
These Olympic worksheets introduce students to the Olympics that originated in Ancient Greece and continue during modern times. This Common Core aligned resource is perfect for whole group, small group, or individual student annotations.....And the fact that it is NO PREP makes it even better!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!UPDATED IN DECEMBER 2022 with a new Brainpop log in and a PDF copy of the product in case there is formatting issues. Any spelling or grammar errors have been
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Ancient China Webquest (Daily Life)
Ancient China Daily Life Webquest:Students will gain a basic understanding of daily life in Ancient China through an easy to follow webquest. Please check out the website by clicking on the link below:http://china.mrdonn.org/index.htmlClick here to view the website.The webquest contains 40 questions and an answer key is included for the teacher. A QR code is included along with the traditional website link. This great activity can be used to introduce or further enhance your students' knowledge
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4th - 10th
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Ancient Egypt Activities on Religion with Gods, Mummies, & the Book of the Dead
Learn about the gods of the ancient Egyptians, their burial rituals, the use of mummification, canopic jars, and more with these readings, foldable crafts, and activities on the land of ancient Egypt.Included in this lesson:15 Slide PDF on Burial Rituals with actual photographs of artifacts and mummiesTeacher Notes with Lesson SuggestionsPhotographic ExamplesSpinning Wheel Craft on the Gods of Ancient Egypt12-Tabbed Book Foldable Craft on the Gods of Ancient EgyptExplanation page on the 12 Gods
Grades:
5th - 7th
Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt Activities and Interactive Notebook Bundle
Ancient Greece Activities and Interactive Notebook Bundle
This comprehensive resource features Ancient Greece activities starting with geography. It then delves into what it’s like to live in an Ancient Greek city-state, looks at the gods, governments, and wars, and continues all the way to Alexander the Great and the spread of Hellenistic culture, covering everything in between. In this Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook, you'll find lesson plan suggestions, full-color examples, multiple foldable products, readings, cloze notes, engaging activities
Grades:
5th - 7th
The Han Dynasty
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This 1 page reading plus 1 page of questions addresses the rise of the Han Dynasty and the establishment of state Confucianism and a rudimentary civil service exam. This is designed for more advanced middle school or regular high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are content based and designed to
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6th - 12th
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Religion: Buddhism
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This two page reading plus two pages of questions summarizes Buddhism. It examines the historical roots of the religion, the basic beliefs, symbols & holy books, and the impact of the religion on believers. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are mostly c
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6th - 12th
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Europe Physical Geography Bundle Map Activities & Quizzes Google Digital & Print
This Europe physical geography bundle of lesson plans, map activities & quizzes is a one-stop shop at a great value.This bundle was designed to teach about the geography of Medieval Europe. It includes NINE current, engaging, versatile lessons to introduce the geography of Europe and an editable Quiz in Google Forms and Word. The assignments are available in both printable and Google Ready versions! The BONUS FILE is organized in print and Google ready folders, complete with a scope and sequ
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4th - 8th
Silk Road Simulation Ancient & Medieval China - Han & Tang Dynasties Activity
Are you struggling to get your students engaged and excited about your China Unit?Then use this no prep simulation to transport your students back in time to ancient or medieval China during the Han or Tang Dynasties. Students will work together to travel from the Mediterranean to Chang 'an via the Silk Road in order to return home.Along their journey, they will experience the challenges of the Silk Road, make decisions that will affect their life and wealth, explore historical and cultural site
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6th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Medieval China Activity & Project Bundle - Simulation Reading Comprehension
Ancient Egypt Activities and Interactive Notebook Bundle
This Interactive Notebook on Ancient Egypt is divided into 11 interesting and jam packed lessons. Included in this Ancient Egyptian Interactive Notebook are lesson plan suggestions, full color examples, multiple foldable products, readings, engaging activities, a unit test, a study guide, and 2 different review games to play before the big wrap up. Consisting of 284 pages, split into 11 lessons, each of which takes 1-6 days to cover, this is a comprehensive unit.Save 20% by buying this incredib
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5th - 7th
Ancient World History Unit Lessons Bundle #2 Ancient Greece - Medieval Europe
This bundle includes all of my products about Ancient Greece, Greek Gods, Ancient Rome, and Medieval Europe. **This product is a download from DropBox and Google Drive. When you buy this product your download from TpT will explain how to download the entire bundle from Dropbox and Google Drive.**Click on the following links to learn more about each included product:Ancient Greece Bundle Greek Gods Bundle{Bingo, Scavenger Hunt, Editable Quiz, Printables}Ancient Rome Activity BundleMiddle Ages Act
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6th - 9th
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Religion: Judaism
NOW WITH LINKS TO A GOOGLE CLASSROOM PRODUCT FOR CLASSROOM SUBMISSIONS!This two page reading plus two pages of questions summarizes Judaism. It examines the historical roots of the religion, the basic beliefs, symbols & holy books, and the impact of the religion on believers. It is designed for middle school or high school students. The reading is visually appealing and broken into chunks. It can be used for classwork, homework, research or as a platform for projects. Questions are mostly co
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6th - 12th
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World Religions Complete Unit
Examine the 5 Major World Religions in this Complete Unit for a World History or Social Studies class. Easy prep for you as your students learn content and practice skills!UPDATED!!! This is a unit designed for use in any Social Studies or ELA classroom course on the 5 major world religions. It emphasizes the similarities between the major world religions and addresses the issues that both bind us and divide us.Includes:Unit plan with 7 days of outlined plansPowerpoints on each of the religio
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6th - 11th
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Also included in:Â World History Complete 1st Semester Package Plans, Activities CCSS Bundle
Athens vs. Sparta (Ancient Greece Lesson Plan)
This three-day lesson will help your students explore the Greek city-states of Athens and Sparta. With two accompanying articles about the city-states, students will gather information in a flipbook that will be a great addition to any ISN!
This lesson plan bundle includes:
-A detailed lesson plan
-"The Greek City-State Athens" article
-"The Greek City-State Sparta" article
-Athens vs. Sparta flipbook - can be used as a standalone activity or part of an ISN!
-Teacher's key
-Venn diagram
-Video
Grades:
6th - 10th
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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.
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