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8th grade ancient history rubrics

Preview of Early Humans - Paleolithic and Neolithic - Cave Painting Activity & Rubric

Early Humans - Paleolithic and Neolithic - Cave Painting Activity & Rubric

This product is an engaging activity for students to apply information learned about early humans during the paleolithic and neolithic time periods. Students can work on the activity independently or in a group. They can do the activity on poster board, sketch paper, or bulletin board paper. I give my students 2 days on this assignment. I use bulletin board paper with my class and allow them to work in groups. On the first day, I turn off the lights and give them flashlights. I have th
Preview of Ancient Civilizations Project with Rubric

Ancient Civilizations Project with Rubric

This package includes a detailed outline of what is expected in a complete Ancient Civilizations report and presentation - whether it is meant to be the "big" project during the final term of Social Studies class or merely a month-long individual project. Given the choice of China, Rome, Greece, Egypt or India, students will write a report on the government system, social structure, inventions, communication, climate, landscape and conclude with a comparison of modern day Canada or the United
Preview of Alexander the Great Facebook Timeline Project

Alexander the Great Facebook Timeline Project

Created by
myrapunzal
This project asked students to pretend Alexander the Great was a social media conqueror as well and create a Facebook timeline for him. Using a template that I created to look just like a Facebook timeline (2013) students can fill in information regarding his background and stats as well as create some Facebook posts to Alexander from Philip of Macedon, Aristotle, and even Alex's much loved horse. Rubric included for grading. Additionally, I have another file of the old Facebook profile for th
Preview of Romulus and Remus Activities

Romulus and Remus Activities

Created by
Frau Leonard
Lesson and activities to introduce students to the mythical founding of Rome. Students learn about Romulus and Remus, the myth surrounding them, and use what they learn to write an argumentative essay.Includes:- Notes Power Point with student worksheet to introduce students to the miss- Worksheet where students put the myth's events in the correct order- Crossword puzzle- Rubric for students to create a comic summarizing the myth- Argument writing assignment: rubric, suggested sources, and grap
Preview of Ancient India and Ancient China Travel Brochure Project

Ancient India and Ancient China Travel Brochure Project

The amazing students at your school have engineered the very first time machine - now we are able to travel back in time! It is now up to you to create a travel brochure to entice time travelers to join you on a visit to the civilization of Ancient India OR Ancient China.Students will be designing and creating unique brochures. Within your historical brochure, you’ll need to include general information about the civilization of Ancient India OR Ancient China. You also need to include appealing p
Preview of Ancient/World History Interactive Notebook Cover, Rubric, Table of Contents

Ancient/World History Interactive Notebook Cover, Rubric, Table of Contents

Created by
Teaching Works
If you're like me, you LOVE using interactive notebooks with your students! They're a fantastic way to actively involve students in the learning process. But...if you're like me, you also want your interactive notebooks to be organized! Students should be able to access information quickly and accurately, making it easy to review previously-studied material and create new entries when needed. This is the perfect tool to help you and your students get, and STAY, organized! Included in this resou
Preview of Ancient History Wax Museum Biography Research Project - Rubrics & Organizers 6-8

Ancient History Wax Museum Biography Research Project - Rubrics & Organizers 6-8

Get your students excited to learn about Ancient Egypt, Ancient China, Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece, or Ancient India with this fun and engaging Biography Research project! Students will create a living ancient history wax museum and write a research paper while building their research & writing skills.This engaging and ready-to-go printable project provides excellent support to the history, writing, and literacy curriculum to engage students and motivate students for learning. Students can
Preview of Ancient Civilization Research using QR Codes: Maya, Aztec, Inca

Ancient Civilization Research using QR Codes: Maya, Aztec, Inca

Use QR codes to research three ancient civilizations: Maya, Aztec, Inca. QR codes are linked to kid-friendly websites. Follow the guiding questions and rubric to locate information and create a product to present. Directions for the following products are included: brochure, PowerPoint, Prezi, scrapbook, story book, and picture collage. Assign one civilization per student or group. Students present information to the class. Students record information that they learn during the present
Preview of Life in Ancient Rome Project Menu w/ Rubric - PDF

Life in Ancient Rome Project Menu w/ Rubric - PDF

This is a research based, student led project. Students select the mini-projects they want to complete from the "menu" (allowing them to self differentiate) based off their strong suits. Student choice allows for easy differentiation as students can focus on the skills and content that are relevant to them personally. By the end student's should have created a strong understanding of multiple aspects of life in Ancient Rome by researching, constructing, and describing life in the Roman Empire.
Preview of Sargon of the Akkadians - World History Mini-DBQ

Sargon of the Akkadians - World History Mini-DBQ

Bring your unit on Mesopotamia to the next level by giving students the chance to find their own answers like a historian! In this mini-DBQ students will analyze one primary source about the reign of the first emperor Sargon of the Akkadians, and an infographic on the Victory Stele of Naram-Sin showing the conquering Akkadians riding into battle. Using that analysis, they'll answer the question "How did Sargon create the first empire in Mesopotamia?"Each source features lots of support for a var
Preview of Ancient Civilizations + Human Origins and Evolution BUNDLE

Ancient Civilizations + Human Origins and Evolution BUNDLE

Get a deal on these two jam-packed, ready-to-print resources on human origins, evolution, ancient civilizations, and archaeology! These units align with the Grade 7 curriculum in BC, however they are suitable for any classroom learning about the subject matter.These resources are also available separately.Enjoy!
Preview of Ancient Mesopotamia Invention Convention

Ancient Mesopotamia Invention Convention

Ancient Mesopotamian Invention Convention is a great way to allow students to learn how to collaborate with peers. This project is meant to have the littlest amount of teacher interaction and input as possible. In this activity students select one of the Ancient Mesopotamian Inventions randomly, with materials that either they provided from home, or that the teacher provided, or a combination of both, they must create the invention selected. In this material I have included:Directions on how to
Preview of Ancient India- National Geographic Cover Project

Ancient India- National Geographic Cover Project

Students will create a cover for an issue of National Geographic using words and pictures that highlight a topic from Ancient India (list of topics included). The cover must include all parts included in the rubric. Students will conduct research on a topic selected. The cover page must be formatted consistent with a National Geographic cover. Sample cover pages are included.
Preview of Ancient Greece Project

Ancient Greece Project

Created by
Susanna Ventura
This is a fun, multi-faceted project designed for middle school students who are learning about Ancient Greece. This project includes two written research reports and up to five crafts that demonstrate knowledge of the Greeks and their contributions to western civilization.
Preview of Timeline Project Rubric

Timeline Project Rubric

Created by
Curt's Journey
Timeline Project RubricCheck out the preview to see the details!EARN SOME CREDITS!    • Log in to your TPT account.    • Click on the drop down menu “My TpT”.    • Then select “My Purchases”.    • Choose ratings and leave feedback! I'd really appreciate it!
Preview of Ancient Civilizations Geography Project & Rubric | Middle Grades Social Studies

Ancient Civilizations Geography Project & Rubric | Middle Grades Social Studies

Looking for an engaging project to get your students excited to learn about the geography of ancient civilizations?Let your students teach each other through this Middle School Ancient Civilizations Geography Project Directions & Rubric resource!This Word doc can be edited to fit any of your specific needs!This resource includes:Student directions-- Use your textbook and the internet to research the GEOGRAPHY of your civilization.Create a PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation to teach you
Preview of Ancient World History End of the Year Project- Design Your Own Amusement Park

Ancient World History End of the Year Project- Design Your Own Amusement Park

☀️Summer is almost hereFinish out the year with an ancient world history creative project! This is a perfect project to end teaching a year of ancient world history.Task: Design a Social Studies-themed amusement park! This year our content focused on Ancient World history. Design a park based on the topics covered.Students will create different themed rides and stands based on topics of Ancient Egypt, The Americas, Ancient China, Ancient Japan, Ancient Africa, and the Black Plague. Product Inclu
Preview of Structures of Ancient Civilizations Project

Structures of Ancient Civilizations Project

Created by
Teacher Val
Middle School Students love to create and what better way to understand the way civilizations and societies through time have been structured, than by creating one yourself! This project will take about 6 hours in class or 3 in class and 4-6 hours as homework. Use this as a formative or summative project after studying any ancient civilization. Students must consider how the leader is chosen, what type of religion the society practices, natural resources, trade, gender roles, social stratifica
Preview of Schools of Thought Poster

Schools of Thought Poster

Created by
Project Heaven
Straight-forward group (or individual) project to design a school based on the philosophy of an Enlightenment Thinker (John Locke, Rousseau, you choose!). You can also use with any philosophers from world history. Example and rubric checklist included.
Preview of Mythology Unit Final Project

Mythology Unit Final Project

Created by
Ms D's Store
This package includes three creative projects for a mythology unit and rubrics for each. -Create character cards for gods/goddesses/creatures in myths -Create three book covers based on a myth aimed at different age groups -Create a comic strip to retell a myth Examples are for Greek, Norse, and Indigenous mythology but could be adapted for anything.
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Design a Sarcophagus

Created by
Adelai Granese
Students can be creative with designing the outside of their own sarcophagus and adding three things they would bring to the afterlife, just like the ancient Egyptians. A rubric is attached.
Preview of The Great Pink Pearl Launcher Assignment

The Great Pink Pearl Launcher Assignment

Created by
Nick Stirling
This collection of resources can be used to run The Great Pink Pearl Launcher activity with your Grade 5-8 class. It includes a student worksheet, a historical background handout about medieval siege engines, teacher instructions, and a final rubric. A free Excel spreadsheet (The Great Pink Pearl Launcher Assignment Spreadsheet) that automatically calculates the total “cost” for each students  is available from my store.Students will build a machine for launching half of a Pink Pearl eraser (rou
Preview of Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs "Fakebook" Project

Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs "Fakebook" Project

Created by
Handmade History
A great way to get middle school students engaged in class material is by incorporating one of their favorite things into the learning process: social media. A project that my students always have a ton of fun with is the “Fakebook” project. Students use their notes and additional information that they’ve been provided with during class to create a social media profile in the style of Facebook for a historical figure. What I love most about this assignment is that it allows students to express t
Preview of Student and teacher World History Learning Goal Data Tracker

Student and teacher World History Learning Goal Data Tracker

Created by
History Guru
Ancient and Modern Day World History are both included now!Administrators always say to put the tracking in the students hands, make sure you are keeping data, and never offer ways to help you do these! Well, that's where I come in! I sat down with the test specs, essential standards, and standard break down sheet to create this awesome excel sheet that you could easily print, distribute, or put in a google sheet that your students can track THEMSELVES! Plus this is also a great tracker for PLC'
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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.