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Ancient history Common Core SL.6.1 resources
Ancient Mesopotamia Invention Debate for PDF and Google Drive | Achievements
This Mesopotamia Madness Invention Debate Activity is the most engaging way to teach about Ancient Mesopotamia inventions! This resource will not only highlight many of the great accomplishments and legacy of the inventions of Mesopotamia, but it will also excite your students, due to the use of March Madness-style brackets. Furthermore, this interactive activity gives your students the chance to debate the importance of each invention and evaluate the ways that these early inventions have shape
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6th - 9th
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Middle Ages Invention Debate | Medieval Times Activity for PDF and Google Drive
This Middle Ages Madness Invention Debate Activity is the most engaging way to teach about the inventions of the Middle Ages or Medieval Times! This resource will not only highlight many of the great accomplishments and legacy of the Middle Ages, but it will also excite your students, due to the use of March Madness-style brackets. Furthermore, this interactive activity gives your students the chance to debate the importance of each invention and evaluate the ways that they have shaped our socie
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6th - 9th
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Ancient Rome Activities and Lessons Digital + Printable Unit
Are you looking for a fun way to teach Ancient Rome? Look no further. This unit has it all. Try out this unit with Lesson 1 “Ancient Rome Introduction” for free to see if it is a good fit for your students by clicking the link or downloading the preview.Digital, printable, and interactive activities make this unit both engaging and flexible. Choose between printable activities or go paperless with digital resources that are compatible with Google Classroom.This Ancient Rome Unit contains the fol
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6th
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MS-ETS1-4
Ancient India & Indus River Valley Teaching Unit PowerPoint Presentation Bundle
This unit on the civilizations of Ancient India is aligned to middle school common core Language Arts History standards. It covers Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economics, and Social Structure. Built into each lesson are: -academic vocabulary-time for reflection and discussion-short academic writing activities-standards based questions with answers This is an excellent resource to use either on its own or to supplement the text book. To better facilitate a multi-day presentatio
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6th - 9th
Ancient Hebrew Thematic Unit Bundle
An in-depth slide show designed to stand alone or supplement a teaching unit on the Ancient Hebrew civilization. This presentation covers from 2000 BC to 71 AD (the eras from Abraham, Israel’s patriarch to the Roman annihilation of Fort Masada) and then looks at the events that led to the modern establishment of Israel as a nation. This is a complete teaching unit on the ancient Hebrews civilization. This presentation highlights the Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economics, and
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6th - 9th
Ancient World History BUNDLE: 75 Writing Prompts & Discussion Questions
This money-saving bundle of all six sets of World History “Brain-Stretchers” covers prehistory to the Renaissance. There are 75 prompts in this set (including 3 bonus Renaissance prompts only found in this package). Use them to spark a discussion, to promote literacy, to start class in an engaging way. I used them as a written bell-ringer activity followed by a class discussion to accomplish all three of these goals! They are sure to get students thinking about topics that they will be exploring
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6th - 10th
Integrated Project-Based Learning (PBL) Unit: Ancient Civilizations Exhibit
This interdisciplinary unit for 5th and 6th-grade students explores ancient civilizations' impact and legacies. Through research, critical analysis, creation of artifacts, and a culminating Ancient Civilizations exhibit, students will investigate and showcase their understanding. The unit integrates Common Core ELA and C3 Social Studies standards, fostering critical thinking, research skills, creativity, and effective communication.This product includes a unit overview (with daily lessons), rubr
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5th - 6th
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World History and Greek Mythology Student Presentations for Ancient Greece
Elevate your history curriculum with this comprehensive Greek mythology lesson that utilizes book talk presentations, hexagonal thinking, and more to transform learning into an exciting and meaningful exploration of ancient civilizations. Studying mythology can offer valuable insights into ancient civilizations by providing a window into those societies' beliefs, values, and cultural practices. Pair mythology seamlessly with your social studies textbook reading using hexagonal thinking and the p
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6th - 8th
Also included in: World History and Mythology Bundle
Passport Grade 6 ALL UNITS of Study (4) Unit Plans** and 80 Lesson Plans
Grade 6 Unit Plans and ALL 80 Lesson Plans IncludedUnit 1: Geography of the Eastern Hemisphere (Unit Plan and 17 Lesson Plans)Unit 2: First Humans, Neolithic Revolution and the Early River Valley Civilizations (Unit Plan and 14 Lesson Plans)* Unit 3: Comparative World Religions (12 Lesson Plans included, Unit Plan 3 is NOT included)Uni
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6th
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Ancient Hebrew Civilization: the DIASPORA PowerPoint Presentation
A fascinating slide show on how the ancient Hebrews successfully resisted assimilating into the Greek and Roman cultures. This section presentation begins with the return of the Jews from their Babylonian captivity in 538 BC and then follows their history under Greek and Roman occupation. The Diaspora is the result of the Romans banishing the Jews from Jerusalem and their ultimate dispersal to all nations around the world. How they survived as a distinct people group without a homeland is the
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Ancient History Growing Mega Bundle
Ancient India: the INDUS RIVER Civilization PowerPoint Presentation
An informative 60 slide presentation to take your students into and beyond what is found in the textbooks regarding the Indus River Valley Civilization of Ancient India. This engaging presentation incorporates the ELA common core standards for reading and writing in history: -academic vocabulary and concepts-reflection-pair share discussions-academic writing activities-standards based questions with answersEach of my thematic teaching units are sold as smaller segments. This presentation is th
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6th - 9th
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Themes of Greek Myth Jigsaw - Group Activity or Independent
NO PREP jigsaw activity with 4 Greek myths: Cronus, Medusa, Prometheus, Theseus & the Minotaur! Includes the myths, students facing worksheets, and teacher slides.Directions:Assign each group a Greek myth to read and then identify the theme. Students will then find evidence to support their theme. After all information has been collected, they will put it together on a Google slide to present to the class.This activity is a great supplement to any The Lightning Thief unit.Learning Targets:I
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Themes of Greek Myths Unit
World History and Mythology Student Presentations for Ancient Egypt
Elevate your history curriculum with this comprehensive mythology lesson that utilizes book talk presentations, hexagonal thinking, and more to transform learning into an exciting and meaningful exploration of ancient civilizations. Studying mythology can offer valuable insights into ancient civilizations by providing a window into those societies' beliefs, values, and cultural practices. Pair mythology seamlessly with your social studies textbook reading using hexagonal thinking and the paired
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6th - 8th
Also included in: World History and Mythology Bundle
Project Based Learning - GMO Benefits / Concerns & World Geography Project
Genetically Modified Foods PBL:1) Introduce GMO foods – definition:• Dictionary.com definition:o genetically modified organism: an organism or microorganism whose genetic material has been altered by means of genetic engineering.• Science teacher’s definitions:o Definition: GMO is when humans intentionally manipulate any organism’s DNA sequence. o Kid friendly: GMO is when people force a change in a living thing’s instructions to make itself.2) Students research the benefits and concerns of GMO
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6th - 10th
World History and Mythology Student Presentations for Mesoamerica
Elevate your history curriculum with this comprehensive mythology lesson that utilizes book talk presentations, hexagonal thinking, and more to transform learning into an exciting and meaningful exploration of ancient civilizations. Studying mythology can offer valuable insights into ancient civilizations by providing a window into those societies' beliefs, values, and cultural practices. Pair mythology seamlessly with your social studies textbook reading using hexagonal thinking and the paired
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6th - 8th
Also included in: World History and Mythology Bundle
World History and Mythology Student Presentations for Ancient India
Elevate your history curriculum with this comprehensive mythology lesson that utilizes book talk presentations, hexagonal thinking, and more to transform learning into an exciting and meaningful exploration of ancient civilizations. Studying mythology can offer valuable insights into ancient civilizations by providing a window into those societies' beliefs, values, and cultural practices. Pair mythology seamlessly with your social studies textbook reading using hexagonal thinking and the paired
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6th - 8th
Also included in: World History and Mythology Bundle
World History and Mythology Student Presentations for Ancient China
Elevate your history curriculum with this comprehensive mythology lesson that utilizes book talk presentations, hexagonal thinking, and more to transform learning into an exciting and meaningful exploration of ancient civilizations. Studying mythology can offer valuable insights into ancient civilizations by providing a window into those societies' beliefs, values, and cultural practices. Pair mythology seamlessly with your social studies textbook reading using hexagonal thinking and the paired
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: World History and Mythology Bundle
World History and Mythology Student Presentations for Ancient Mesopotamia
Elevate your history curriculum with this comprehensive mythology lesson that utilizes book talk presentations, hexagonal thinking, and more to transform learning into an exciting and meaningful exploration of ancient civilizations. Studying mythology can offer valuable insights into ancient civilizations by providing a window into those societies' beliefs, values, and cultural practices. Pair mythology seamlessly with your social studies textbook reading using hexagonal thinking and the paired
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6th - 8th
Also included in: World History and Mythology Bundle
World History Writing Prompts: Prehistory, Early Civilizations, & Ancient India
This set of “Brain-Stretchers” is tailor-made for World History I classes and includes prompts relating to prehistory, early civilizations, and ancient India. Use them to spark a discussion or have a lively debate. Use them as writing prompts to promote literacy in your classroom. Use them as bell-ringers to start class in an engaging and purpose driven way. I used them as a written bell-ringer activity followed by a class discussion to accomplish all three of these goals. They are sure to get s
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6th - 10th
Also included in: Ancient World History BUNDLE: 75 Writing Prompts & Discussion Questions
Socratic Seminar/Fishbowl Discussion Tracker, Feedback & Reflection (Print&Go!)
Dive into lively and structured discussions in your middle/high school classroom with the Fishbowl Socratic Seminar Bundle - a complete package ready for action! Simply print it out, and boom - you're all set! Get ready for engagement, accountability, structure, and supportive interactions, all rolled into one awesome resource!Socratic Seminar Forms Whenever I have big questions come up in U.S. History class, I whip out these materials. They work like a charm, especially when hosting a fishbowl
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6th - 12th
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Ancient Hebrew Civilizations: The Kingdom PowerPoint Presentation
Teach your students how an ancient civilization transitioned from a theocracy to a monarchy. Examine the political, military, and interpersonal skills needed to successfully rule a country/A 34 slide show presentation on the first three kings of Israel answering the questions: 1. How did the Hebrew people go from being slaves to having their own nation? 2. How did they select their first king? 3. Were their kings good leaders? This presentation looks at the character qualities that make f
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Ancient History Growing Mega Bundle
Comparing Ancient Athenian and U.S. Democracy (Socratic or Fishbowl Discussion)
This product can be presented as a Socratic Seminar or Fishbowl Discussion to compare and contrast the democratic government in Ancient Athens Greece with the democratic government in the United States.Includes:Teacher and student directions for both Socratic Seminar and Fishbowl Discussion (teacher choice).Reference pages for students6 questions (tiered with depth and complexity) for discussion.PDF FormatOther Ancient Greece lessons and activities that may interest you! Would You Rather 2.0htt
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6th - 8th
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Early Man Vocabulary Word Wall Activity and Boom Deck Bundle
Are you looking for a way to bring your Word Wall to LIFE in your classroom? This bundle is for you!This bundle includes the Introduction to Early Man Word Wall Bundle that includes both a word wall set and a set of 5 activities to do with each of the words! This bundle ALSO includes a Boom Deck in which students can Independently practice ALL of the words within the word wall at their own pace!This bundle is also included within the FULL unit! Click the links below to grab it!Early Man Resour
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4th - 8th
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World History Bell Ringers & Prompts for Ancient Rome & Byzantine Empire
This set of 12 “Brain-Stretchers” is tailor-made for World History I classes and includes prompts relating to ancient Rome and the Byzantine Empire. The topics explored include forms of government, the assassination of Julius Caesar, the fall of the Roman Empire, and the Great Schism of the Christian church. Use them to spark a discussion or have a lively debate. Use them as writing prompts to promote literacy in your classroom. Use them as bell-ringers to start class in an engaging and purpose
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6th - 10th
Also included in: Ancient World History BUNDLE: 75 Writing Prompts & Discussion Questions
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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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