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Ancient history unit plans for homeschool under $5
Julius Caesar: Hero or Tyrant Primary Source and Analysis Activity
Students put their CSI skills to work as they consider the character qualities of heroes and traitors, read through primary and secondary accounts, and write about historical events before rendering a verdict in the case of Caesar vs. the Roman Senate. To some Julius Caesar is a hero who acted as needed to defy the corrupt Roman Senate and make life better for the Roman people. To others, Caesar was a man of selfish ambition and a threat to the Roman order. In this activity: students will de
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Intro To Ancient Greece Interactive Notebook
You do not have to wait until middle school to begin your units on ancient civilizations. Children in first grade, second grade, and third grade love learning about how different things used to be in history and compare them to the way things are now. My interactive notebooks are a great way for young learners to be introduced to Ancient Greece while still having fun! They learn things about daily life in ancient greece (like what they used to eat and a woman's role in society), they learn about
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K - 3rd
Also included in: Ancient Civilizations Interactive Notebook Bundle
Ancient China Test! 35 questions to accompany History with Mr E China Unit!
In this Ancient China Unit test, you will an assessment with 35 questions written to accompany the Ancient China Unit.A key is also included! Enjoy!☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Ancient China activities unit located here bundle!----Be sure to follow the History with Mr E Facebook page, and don't forget to signup for the Social Studies Newsletter to receive information on flash sales, product releases, and classroom tips!
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5th - 8th
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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
Phoenicians: Learn about the Ancient Phoenicians!
Covering ancient people of the world? This product covers an introduction to the Phoenicians and their contributions to the world. Did you know that the Phoenicians were the first known sea traders or that they invented an alphabet that was passed along to the cultures they met? Did you know that they invented a purple dye that became very desired by rulers and the very wealthy? It is said that the Emperor Nero passed a law that only HE could wear the unique color.The resource includes notes as
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Phoenicians, A Bundle of Resources!
Landmarks of the World
REVISED and new activities added 2016!!!
This Unit covers the following landmarks:
• Great Pyramid and Great Sphinx
• Taj Mahal
• Stonehenge
• Great Wall of China
• Angkor
• Acropolis of Athens
• Colosseum
• Statue of Liberty
• Eiffel Tower
• Big Ben Clock Tower
• Sydney Opera House
• Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Empire State Building
• Forbidden City
• Brandenburg Gate
• Chichen Itza
This Unit Contains:
• 16 Large Fact Cards (4 per page)
• 16 Small Fact Cards (8 per page)
• Pocket Pattern for Fact
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2nd - 5th
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Explorers
This unit is packed full with activities centered around famous explorers. All activities can be used for any explorers that are in any curriculum, but I have included some that say specific names such as Christopher Columbus, Magellan, Lewis and Clark, Ponce De Leon, and Jacques Cartier. Your students will be engaged and excited about learning with activities like creating their explorer's Facebook and creating their explorer minibook!
Included:
Bubble maps
Explorebook- Create a Facebook
Post
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1st - 3rd
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Also included in: Social Studies Curriculum Bundle
Ancient Egypt Vocabulary Word Wall Cards Ancient Civilizations
This resource includes thirty-eight ancient Egypt vocabulary word wall cards. All word wall cards are offered in a full-color and black & white option PFD file. Use the vocabulary cards as an enrichment and reference tool for your students to view during your ancient Egypt study unit. Display the 5.1x8" word wall cards on a vocabulary-focused bulletin board in your classroom. Allow students to use the cards for reference during the study unit. The cards can also be used to help study and rev
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6th - 12th
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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
World History - Persian Empire Slideshow - Bundle
This is the first of five sections over the Emergence of Classical Empires and guides students through the rise of the Persian Empire. Note that a decent chunk of Persian history coincides with Ancient Greece and the Persian Wars. This topic will therefore be covered with the Ancient Greece slideshow. Please click through the presentation before class to get familiar with the graphics and animations.All of my slideshows are inspired by infographics, and my kids love it! They find the content mo
Grades:
6th - 12th
Favorite Greek Myths: Literature Study
This unit is a collection of questions and activities to enhance your study of Mary Pope Osborne's Favorite Greek Myths. The study guide portion consists of short answer essay questions that focus the student on theme. An answer key is included for the study guide. Writing prompts and suggested activities make connections to history.
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Teacher's Guide
Study Guide
Study Guide answer key
Learning About Greece from Their Stories
Retelling the Ancient Myths - narrative writing/comic strip
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5th - 7th
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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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Grades:
3rd
Teacher’s Unit Guide: Civilizations Dawn - The Tapestry of Human Ingenuity
"Civilizations Dawn: The Tapestry of Human Ingenuity" offers a comprehensive exploration of the rise and legacy of the world’s first civilizations. This guide challenges students to consider the myriad factors that contributed to the complex societies we study today, from their technological innovations to their cultural achievements. As we uncover the layers of history, we gain a deeper appreciation for the ingenuity and resilience of our ancestors, whose legacies continue to shape our world.
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: World History BUNDLE
Teacher’s Unit Guide: Lower Paleolithic to Iron Age
Dive into the annals of time with "Epochs Unveiled: A Journey from the Lower Paleolithic to the Iron Age," a comprehensive 12-page guide crafted to illuminate the transformative epochs of human history. This meticulously curated resource is designed to guide educators and students through the fascinating journey of human evolution, technological innovation, and societal development. From the rudimentary stone tools of our ancient ancestors to the sophisticated metalwork that defined entire civil
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: World History BUNDLE
ELEMENTARY ARCHAEOLOGY DIG FOR STUDENTS! REAL DIRT! ARTIFACTS! PROJECT-BASED
Students learn about archaeology first hand as they create ancient artifacts, bury them, dig them up and curate a museum of antiquities. Project-based learning lesson plan at its best! Deeper learning.
Hands-on, minds-on! This semester unit includes archaeological dig terms and practice digs. Then the fun begins! To start, your students will study ancient civilizations. If your teaching subject is Ancient History, you’ve got it made using a textbook. If not, these activities can be worked
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4th - 8th
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Ancient Chinese Philosophers Personality Test -- "Which Thinker Are You?"
Welcome :) Have you ever wondered which Ancient Chinese Philosophers you are most like? Well now you can find out!My students have so much fun taking this personality test and it's a great way to either open or wrap up the unit. Another adaptation for this lesson is to have the students take their test and then research the person that they are most similar to. The options are truly endless!The test includes various scenarios that relate to the life of a middle/ high school student.This packet i
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Teacher’s Unit Guide: Prehistory
Embark on a journey through time with "Teacher’s Unit Guide: Prehistory," a meticulously crafted resource that I wish existed during my early years of teaching. Designed with the challenges of new educators in mind, this guide serves as a beacon, illuminating the path through the complex tapestry of human history. Remember the feeling of facing a classroom, armed with passion yet grappling with the scarcity of quality materials? This guide is the culmination of that experience, offering not just
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: World History BUNDLE
Ancient Rome Interactive Slides
Students will love this engaging interactive Google Slide resource! This resource is a perfect introduction to Ancient Rome. This resource is appropriate for in-person and virtual learners.This resource includes instructions, Game Board Landing Page, 12 Activity options, links, and an optional “Historian’s Notebook” (coming soon!)Activity DescriptionThis resource could be used in several ways. This activity could be used as a stand-alone unit, or individual activities could be used as lessons, b
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7th - 9th
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Also included in: Geography Store Growing Bundle
Ancient Greek Thinkers Personality Test -- "Which Thinker Are You?"
Welcome :) Have you ever wondered which Ancient Greek Thinker you are most like? Well now you can find out!My students have so much fun taking this personality test and it's a great way to either open or wrap up the unit. Another adaptation for this lesson is to have the students take their test and then research the person that they are most similar to. The options are truly endless!The test includes various scenarios that relate to the life of a middle/ high school student.This packet includes
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Alexander the Great : Hero or Zero- Middle School Classroom Debate!
This product is a time-traveling adventure for middle school classrooms!As your students wrap up their unit on Rome, this is the ideal class project to engage their creative sides. It's a week-long quest that's perfect for group projects, ready to print, and gets your students working together like a team of archaeologists. They'll love exploring the past, discovering new information and thinking outside of the box as they learn and grow!This resource is perfect for multi-day sub plans, long te
Grades:
6th - 8th
Ancient Civilization Passport
This is a great piece that students will be able to add to through out the year. This an easy assessment piece as well. Through each unit, the students will be responsible for showing what their prior knowledge is and also for reflecting on new knowledge. It shows student growth and can easily fit into any time frame. My students LOVE earning stamps through each unit.
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4th - 9th
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Qin Shi Huang: Hero or Zero- Middle School Classroom Debate!
This product is a time-traveling adventure for middle school classrooms!As your students wrap up their unit on China, this is the ideal class project to engage their creative sides. It's a week-long quest that's perfect for group projects, ready to print, and gets your students working together like a team of archaeologists. They'll love exploring the past, discovering new information and thinking outside of the box as they learn and grow!This resource is perfect for multi-day sub plans, long t
Grades:
6th - 8th
Hour of the Olympics Common Core Literature Unit
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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Grades:
2nd - 6th
Gobekli Tepe Unit Study
This 2-week unit study on Gobekli Tepe for ages 16 and up is designed to provide a comprehensive exploration of one of the most intriguing and mysterious archaeological sites in the world. Through a range of readings, documentaries, and discussions, students will have the opportunity to learn about the latest research and theories related to Gobekli Tepe, as well as develop critical thinking and analysis skills as they consider different interpretations and perspectives on this fascinating ancie
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10th - 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?
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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