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Problem solving ancient history resources for Prezi
What is a Civilization? | Reading Comprehension & Presentation - Print & Digital
What exactly makes a civilization a civilization? It may seem like an easy question, but it’s more complex than students think. This is why I like to address it when teaching about Mesopotamia or even just introducing Ancient History. When studying Ancient Civilizations, including Mesopotamia, it’s important to address the seven areas of civilization to be able to understand and analyze ancient (and even modern) civilizations. This set of activities is designed to be an easy, no-prep approach to
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5th - 8th
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Ten Plagues of Egypt Investigation - Reading Comprehension & - Print and Digital
The 10 Plagues of Egypt are one of the most fascinating and interesting stories within ancient history! Relating the story to Ramses II and Moses within your ancient Egypt unit makes for a great learning experience. I created this resource to have students analyze the 10 plagues as it appears within religious texts and then tying it into the story of ancient Egypt by connecting it to the lives of Ramses II and Moses.Students will have an amazing time completing the resources within this activi
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6th - 8th
Pokémon and Japanese Mythology - Videos + Extension Activities
Please note: I have drastically reduced the price of this class due to a few complaints about the sound quality of the recordings. It may be helpful to mention that I offer this exact same package on Outschool, and it has a rating of 4.9/5 (from 40+ reviews) for the same materials. You can view the positive reviews on Outschool here. Even so, I will offer the course at a discounted price on Teachers Pay Teachers in case anyone is concerned about the background noise.This course explores over 60
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3rd - 12th
Also included in: Pokémon Mythology Bundle - Videos + Extension Activities
What is a Civilization? | Reading Comprehension & Presentation - Digital
What exactly makes a civilization a civilization? It may seem like an easy question, but it’s more complex than students think. This is why I like to address it when teaching about Mesopotamia or even just introducing Ancient History. When studying Ancient Civilizations, including Mesopotamia, it’s important to address the seven areas of civilization to be able to understand and analyze ancient (and even modern) civilizations. This set of activities is designed to be an easy, no-prep approach to
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: What is a Civilization? & Fertile Crescent Bundle - Digital
Conflict Resolution Mine Craft Inspired School Counseling Lesson
Prezi is like power point but even better! This includes all you need for a 30 minute lesson on Conflict Resolution. Your students will be engaged with the Mine Craft inspired theme. The presentation contains 35 slides including 3 embedded videos (note: you will need internet to view the videos). You do not have to have a smart board, just a simple projector will do! This purchase also includes a booklet that students can decorate and make their own guide to conflict resolution with reminders fr
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2nd - 5th
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Harry Potter Astronomy, Astrology, and Greek Mythology
This class is meant to show students the relationship between Astronomy, Astrology, and Greek Mythology, through the lens of the popular "British Wizard" series. We'll also cover the difference between astrology and astronomy (why one is a science and one is a belief), and gain an appreciation for how J.K. Rowling incorporated Greek Mythology and the constellations into her character creation. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ VIDEOS, ACTIVITIES, AND MORE ▬▬▬▬▬▬This course has six parts to it. Each part consists of a down
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Harry Potter-Inspired Bundle: Videos + Extension Activities
Growth Mindset Middle School Mini-Unit | Prezi & Printables
Help students develop a growth mindset and discover their brain's unlimited learning potential! In this mini-unit (called a Qit), students will be introduced to the concept of brain neuroplasticity, the science behind how practice, hard work, and even failure can literally help the human brain grow larger, stronger, and faster. The fixed mindset myth (that intelligence and abilities are limited by genetics and the natural talent one is born with) is debunked and both fixed and growth mindset att
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Mindset Middle School Bundle | Prezis & Printable Activities
Mindset Middle School Bundle | Prezis & Printable Activities
This bundle includes three mini-units designed to help students develop a flexible and positive mindset so they can solve problems, improve learning and confidence, and manage their stress and anxiety in healthy ways. Students will explore specific strategies for solving problems in creative ways, developing a growth mindset, and using mindfulness to improve their quality of life. To learn more about each mini-unit, click on the green Preview button above.Note: If you have purchased any of the a
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5th - 8th
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Pokémon Mythology Bundle - Videos + Extension Activities
This listing combines all of the Pokemon mythology classes into one convenient bundle!
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3rd - 12th
African Kingdoms Prezi
Need a good presentation to engage students on African Kingdoms? My students enjoyed learning about African Kingdoms! Make your life easier with a Prezi that includes 54 slides.What you will get: 1 private link to the African Kingdoms Prezi54 slides included in that Prezi4 embedded videosNotes covering geography, Sahara Desert, vocabulary words, Kush, Aksum, Trans-Sahara Trade, Mali, Sundiata Keita, and Mansa Musa. If you like this please be sure to check out: American Revolution Prezi---------
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4th - 6th
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Ten Plagues of Egypt Investigation - Reading Comprehension & Analysis - Digital
The 10 Plagues of Egypt are one of the most fascinating and interesting stories within ancient history! Relating the story to Ramses II and Moses within your ancient Egypt unit makes for a great learning experience. I created this resource to have students analyze the 10 plagues as it appears within religious texts and then tying it into the story of ancient Egypt by connecting it to the lives of Ramses II and Moses.Students will have an amazing time completing the resources within this activi
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6th - 8th
Pokémon, Vikings, and Norse Mythology - Videos + Extension Activities
There are more than 800 different types of Pokemon in the form of cards, TV shows, and games. How did the Pokemon creators come up with their ideas? Some are based on mythology! In this class, we'll explore some Pokemon that might have been inspired by the monsters and gods of Norse Mythology, as well as some references to Viking culture and history.▬▬▬▬▬▬ VIDEOS, ACTIVITIES, AND MORE ▬▬▬▬▬▬This course has four parts to it. Each part consists of a downloadable video presentation hosted on Google
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3rd - 12th
Also included in: Pokémon Mythology Bundle - Videos + Extension Activities
Pokémon and Greek Mythology - Videos + Extension Activities
There are more than 800 different types of Pokemon in the form of cards, TV shows, and games. How did the Pokemon creators come up with their ideas? It turns out that some are based on mythology! In this class, we'll explore more than 25 Pokemon that might have been inspired by the monsters and gods of Greek Mythology. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ VIDEOS, ACTIVITIES, AND MORE ▬▬▬▬▬▬This course has four parts to it. Each “part” consists of a downloadable video presentation (between 15 and 29 minutes long) hosted on Go
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2nd - 8th
Also included in: Pokémon Mythology Bundle - Videos + Extension Activities
Comparative Analysis of Antebellum North and South
Lesson on the differences between the Antebellum North and South and how those differences could lead to Civil War. This lesson builds upon prior knowledge through use of a KWL anchor chart. An infographic is used to help scaffold knowledge. Formative assessments are built into this lesson in the form of a sorting activity, essential question response and an extension activity. This can be completed in one class period.
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9th - 12th
Societal Issues - Helping youth navigate their world
You will love this lesson! There is tons of room for change to tailor to your class!I work in an alternative high school in Canada and my students come from a variety of marginalized backgrounds. I have struggled to find easy to understand, social justice topics or lesson plans that can be presented to a group who struggle with school. I wanted to create relevant lessons where these very quiet teens can see themselves in the content and feel empowered to contribute based on their lived experienc
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8th - 10th
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Ancient Greece Prezi
Need a good presentation to engage students on Ancient Greece? My students LOVED learning about Ancient Greece! I loved teaching it, too! Make your life easier with a Prezi that includes 56 slides.What you will get: 1 private link to the Ancient Greece Prezi56 slides included in that PreziNotes covering geography, how to say hello in Greek, Greek Flag, Mt. Olympus, parthenon, Greek Gods, Athens and Sparta comparison and contrast, Trojan Horse, Persian Wars, Greek Thinkers - Aristotle, Socrates,
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1st - 3rd
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Sociology Island
A group of classmates on a field trip are survivors washed up on an island after the school’s ship is destroyed and will never work again. You and your classmates realize it is time to make this island HOME. And this new land will be a great place tc Come up with a name for the island, a motto, and a flag or seal for the island.
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Pearson My World Interactive World History Topic 6 Ancient Greece PowerPoint
This PowerPoint presentation is on Topic 6 on ancient Greece in the Pearson My World Interactive World History series. This PowerPoint can be tailored and adapted to any world history or social studies class discussing ancient Greece.
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5th - 9th
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Ancient Mesopotamia DAILY WARM UPS
This 32-page file is the perfect way to begin your Social Studies class every day while studying Ancient Mesopotamia (including Assyria and Babylon). The students come in, open up their notebooks, and answer the daily question(s). I also use this file to review for final exams and the BIG state test at the end of the year.The warm up slides feature geography based questions, critical thinking, and primary source analysis questions. Answer key slides are also included. This resource would best be
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4th - 8th
Pokémon and Egyptian Mythology - Videos + Extension Activities
This course covers 18 different Pokémon and their connection to Egyptian culture and mythology. This course is not a comprehensive overview of Egyptian mythology; instead, we focus on the aspects of Ancient Egypt that have to do with Pokemon. Students will come away with a basic understanding of many of the Egyptian gods and magical creatures, and how they are connected to their favorite Pokemon.▬▬▬▬▬▬ VIDEOS, ACTIVITIES, AND MORE ▬▬▬▬▬▬This course has four parts to it. Each “part” consists of a
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3rd - 10th
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Zelda and World Mythology - Videos + Create-Your-Own Boss Project
Let's compare Hyrule's creatures to real-world mythology! Includes bosses and friends from all Zelda games, and explores myths from America, Asia, Africa, Australia, and Europe (including Greek Mythology).The Zelda video game franchise includes a ton of cool creatures, characters, items, and enemies! Many of these beasts and objects from Hyrule are inspired by the mythology from the real world. Over five recordings, we'll explore mythical stories from our world, and compare them to the creatures
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
Pokémon Astronomy - Videos + Extension Activities
This introduction to astronomy compares popular Pokemon to their real-life counterparts in space. Topics include constellations and mythology, stars, planets, exoplanets, aliens, moons, meteors, alternate dimensions, and wormholes.▬▬▬▬▬▬ VIDEOS, ACTIVITIES, AND MORE ▬▬▬▬▬▬This course has four parts to it. Each “part” consists of a downloadable video presentation (between 13 and 16 minutes long) hosted on Google Drive, along with some resources and project ideas to expand the students’ understand
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3rd - 8th
Also included in: Pokemon Science Bundle
Mindfulness Middle School Mini-Unit | Prezi & Printable Activities
Help students take a healthy break from the stress, worries, and anxieties in their lives by practicing mindfulness. In this mini-unit (called a Qit), students will be introduced to the concept of mindfulness and the science behind how in just a few minutes each day, they can use it to improve their health, learning, and quality of life. Students will learn specific strategies including the 4-2-4 deep breathing method, several grounding exercises (including the 5-4-3-2-1 sensory exercise), and t
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Mindset Middle School Bundle | Prezis & Printable Activities
Mesopotamian Empires- Assyrian, Babylonian, Akkadian, Code of Hammurabi
Prezi presentations are beautiful, modern, and a fantastic replacement for or addition to Powerpoints and other more standard presentation material in the classroom. The fluidity or "zooming" nature of these presentations appeal to students' sense of novelty, and keeps them engaged even when the topic might seem dull.
This is an extensive and detailed look at the rise and fall of empires in Mesopotamia, including the Akkadian, Babylonian, and Assyrian Empires as well as a discussion of the def
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6th - 9th
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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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