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Ancient history Common Core RI.7.1 resources for Microsoft Word
Greek Myths: Medusa, Perseus, Athena, Theseus: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson students will read and complete work dealing with three Greek Myths, including Athena's punishment to a vain Medusa; Medusa's demise at the hands of Perseus; Theseus and the Minotaur. After reading each myth, students will complete work, including identifying and character traits, for each of the ancient stories.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Greece Unit - Bundle of Les
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Greek Myths: Pandora's Box & Prometheus: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson, students will be able to determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details. Student will two this through two Greek myths - Pandora's Box and Prometheus. After identifying the theme and the details that support it, students will compare and contrast the two central characters and express this through a Venn diagram and a complete paragraph.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundl
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Cause and Effect in Ancient Sumer & Sumerians: Reading Passages + Activities
This lesson provides a thorough understanding and history of the Ancient Sumerians. Students will read about the influences and advancements of their religion, government, tools, permanent homes, stable food supply and written language. Students will then examine the causes and effects these aspect of the Sumerians had on them as a civilization. All readings in this lesson are differentiated for lower level and higher level students.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE m
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundles for Ancient Egypt, India, China, Greece, Rome
The Inventions of Ancient China: Making Inferences: Reading Passages + Activity
In this lesson students are introduced to the numerous inventions to originate in ancient China (including gunpowder, the wheelbarrow, the calendar, and many others). Students will make their own inferences to determine the importance of these inventions (then and now) and will be expected to relate it to our current modern era, and how these technologies have made life easier throughout history.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle?
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Beginnings of the Ancient Roman Republic: Rome Reading Passages
Students will have a brief introduction to ancient Rome. Students will have short reading, accompanied by a series of comprehension questions. Students will be to describe different geographic features of Italy and Rome, and compare that to other civilizations we have studied this year. Also, students will begin to identify to characteristics of a republic.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Fall of Ancient Rome & the Roman Empire: Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will explore the different contributing factors that led to the Fall of the Roman Empire. Students will examine the causes and ultimate effects that led, over to, the decline of the worlds strongest and most influential empire.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics in Ancient Rome - Mini-Unit of 8 LessonsAncient Rome Unit - Bundle of 16 LessonsAncient Rome Mini-Unit: Coloss
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Hercules, His Life & Times: Ancient Greek Myths Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson students will read about the great Greek hero, Hercules (Herakles). Students will read about his origins, his early life, the death of his family, his freeing of Prometheus and the twelve labors he eventually takes on. Throughout the readings there is student work to complete. Lastly, students will identify three conflict(s) and provide textual support for each. Images are included throughout, as well as a graphic organizer for students to record the conflicts and solutions, usin
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Land Bridge Theory of Migration: Asia to North America: Reading Passages
Students will be able to understand the effects of the ice age on the levels of the oceans waters, identify the Bering Strait, and understand that a land bridge between Asia and North America existed at the Bering Strait. Maps of these routes are included throughout the lesson.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!ContinentsGeography Unit Bundle: Earth, Pangea, North & South America, Asia, Arctic, PolesLand Bridge The
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7th - 12th
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The Olmec: Mesoamerica: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
This is an introductory lesson to the Olmec Empire. Students will read about how and why the Olmec came to settle where they did; how they began to flourish as a civilization; and the influence they had on the Mayan Empire. Throughout the readings, students will complete comprehension questions to determine their level of understanding. Maps of the area the Olmec controlled and pictures of some of their artifacts are included throughout.
Grades:
6th - 10th
The Four Governments of Ancient Greece: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lessons students will learn about the four governments of ancient Greece (monarchy, oligarchy, tyranny, democracy). Students will read a text about each type of government, and will then record the findings (who had the power, the positives and negatives, etc.), on a graphic organizer.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Greece Unit - Bundle of LessonsAncient Greece and Ancient Rome
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Introduction to Paleolithic Era: The Stone Age: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will be introduced to the Paleolithic Era, also known as the Stone Age. Students will both read about these times, but also play the role of archaeologists by investigating 'cave paintings' and then reading an article that corresponds to these visuals. Also pictures are included, as well as articles, maps and graphic organizers.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!Geography of Early HumansEnvironm
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in:Â Early Humans Bundle: Stone Age, Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Land Bridge, Sumer
Greek Myth: The Story of Echo & Narcissus: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson students will read a myth ancient Greece - the story of Echo and Narcissus. Students will be asked to identify character traits and textual support. Also for each, students will be practice different strategy for each; summarizing the text and identifying the theme. A teacher model for the strategy is is included within the lesson. Lastly, students will complete graphic organizer comparing the characters of Narcissus and Echo, and then are expected to express these similarities an
Grades:
5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Ancient India Test - Hinduism, Buddhism, Geography, Beliefs
This is a comprehensive test that includes material on Hinduism, Buddhism, the Caste System, Geography, the Taj Mahal, the Eightfold Path and one Hindu story with multiple choice questions.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient India and Ancient China Units - Bundle of 48 LessonsAncient India Mini-Unit: Gandhi, Taj Mahal, Ganges River, Geography, Hanum
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Daily Life in Ancient Rome: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Students will build questioning skills by thinking about what daily life was like in Rome. Students will also understand how Romans lived in the city versus in the country. Students will also read a mock article written from the point of view of a newspaper writer living in ancient Rome.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics in Ancient Rome - Mini-Unit of 8 LessonsAncient Rome Unit
Grades:
6th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Mayan Empire: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
This is an introductory lesson to the Mayan Empire. Students will read about how and why the Aztecs came to settle where they did; how they began to flourish as a civilization; and their mysterious disappearance from the Yucatan Peninsula. Students will also read about the famed Mayan ball courts. Throughout the readings, students will complete comprehension questions to determine their level of understanding.
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6th - 10th
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Pandora's Box & Narcissus: Ancient Greek Myths: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson students will read two myths of ancient Greece - the story of Pandora's Box and the story of Narcissus. For each, students will be asked to identify character traits and textual support. Also for each, students will be practice different strategy for each; summarizing the text for Narcissus and identifying the theme for Pandora. A teacher model for each strategy is is included within the lesson. Lastly, students will complete graphic organizer comparing the characters of Narcissus
Grades:
6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Gods & Goddesses of Ancient Rome: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Students will be able to identify the Gods of ancient Rome, and the characteristics of the primary Gods. Students will read a Roman myth that includes some of these Gods. Lastly, students will be able to identify and match these Roman Gods to their Greek counterparts.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics in Ancient Rome - Mini-Unit of 8 LessonsAncient Rome Unit - Bundle of 16 Lesso
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Theme in Greek Myths: Ancient Greece: Apollo, Cupid, Daphne, Zeus: Reading
Students will be able to identify the theme within a story and find evidence to support that theme. Students will then work independently to read the 2 myths and find their themes and the evidence.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Greece Unit - Bundle of LessonsAncient Greece and Ancient Rome Units - Bundle of 40 LessonsAncient Greece Mini-Unit - Olympics, Battle of Troy, the Gods, Alexa
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Growing Up in Ancient Rome: Roman Empire Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will read and learn about what life in ancient Rome was like for someone growing up, someone their own age. Students will be able to identify the similarities and differences, with a focus specifically on family, work and education. Students will read about the harsh expectations of Roman fathers, and the education that was only available to children of wealthy families, to better prepare for a life in government.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Life in Athens: Ancient Greece: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson, students will learn about what life was like for a variety of people in Athens, including the men and the role they played in government, the education of young people, and women and slaves. Students will read texts about each group, and complete work that categorizes the positives and negatives that each group faced in ancient Athens.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Gre
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Life of Gandhi: India: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities+ Text
In this lesson students will read about the life of Mahatma Gandhi, his motivations, non-violent protests and ultimate succeeding in liberating India from British Imperialism. Students will also have the opportunity to compare and contrast the non-violent protest of Gandhi, with those currently going on today with the "Occupy Wall Street' protest and others.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAnci
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Aztec Empire: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
This is an introductory lesson to the Aztec Empire. Students will read about how and why the Aztecs came to settle where they did; how they began to flourish as a civilization; and how and why they were eventually conquered by the Spanish. Students will also read about what daily life was like for someone in the Aztec Empire. Throughout the readings, students will complete comprehension questions to determine their level of understanding.--> Want all of my other ancient civilizations units in
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6th - 10th
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Life in Sparta: Ancient Greece: Reading & Comprehension Passages, Activities
In this lesson, students will learn about what life was like for a variety of people in Sparta, including the men and the role they played in government, the education of young people, and women and slaves. Students will read texts about each group, and complete work that categorizes the positives and negatives that each group faced in ancient Sparta.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Gre
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Ten Characteristics of a Civilization: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will be able to describe how ancient civilizations were formed by describing their 10 characteristics of a civilization. They will be able to compare and contrast to their own community and determine which aspects they feel are most important Students will discuss in groups to determine whether New York is a civilization.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!Geography of Early HumansEnvironmental F
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Early Humans Bundle: Stone Age, Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Land Bridge, Sumer
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Map Making
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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.
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