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7th grade ancient history unit plan pdfs
Ancient Civilizations Mesopotamia Unit Resources l Maps l Activities l Readings
With over 320 pages divided into 8 easy-to-follow subfolders, you’ll have all of the Ancient Mesopotamia civilization maps, lesson plans, activities, reading passages, guided notes with worksheets, & assessments you’ll need to teach like a superhero! This student-centered Ancient Civilizations activities bundle is both printable and Google Classroom-ready. Students will explore and review the big idea six key concepts (GRAPES). Plus, all of our curriculum units have embedded student accounta
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5th - 8th
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Ancient Civilizations Curriculum World History l 6th grade Social Studies lesson
These World History - World Civilizations curriculum and lessons are available in print and digital formats. Take your World History Social Studies units for 5th, 6th, or 7th grade students to the next level and easily explore all of the ancient civilizations. Check out our get-with-the-flow video on YouTube to see how our world history curriculum bundle can work for you!Get 10% off by buying in bulk! Your year will be planned in a snap with over 450 activities, notes, quizzes, and tests packed
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5th - 8th
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Prehistory and Early Humans Interactive Notebook
This download features 9 Interactive Notebook pages all about early humans and prehistory! These amazing Interactive Notebook pages include graphic organizers, creative foldables, pop-ups, timelines, and more! These are incredible resources for getting students engaged and active in their learning and allowing them to be creative with their notes. Topics covered include:Early hominids including Australopithecines, Homo Habilis, Homo Erectus, Neanderthal, & Cro-MagnonEarly human migrationHunt
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7th - 10th
Also included in: World History 1 Interactive Notebook Bundle
STEM Ancient Egypt Pyramid Build, Mummification, and Pharaoh Research Project
In this STEM project students will:
Research online an ancient Egyptian Pharaoh (Technology)
Build a pyramid for the Pharaoh (Engineering)
Measure the volume and surface area of the pyramid (Math)
Mummify a doll to better understand the mummification process (Science)
Build a Sarcophagus for your Pharaoh (Engineering)
Design an Amulet for your Pharaoh (Art and Engineering)
Write an excavation report about the Pharaoh and what you would find in the pyramid.
Website links provided for online r
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6th - 7th
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Ancient Egypt & Mesopotamia Interactive Notebook Activities, Readings, Projects
Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt: This download features 13 Interactive Notebook pages all about the early civilizations in the Fertile Crescent and along the Nile! These amazing Interactive Notebook pages include graphic organizers, creative foldables, pop-ups, timelines, and more! These are incredible resources for getting students engaged and active in their learning and allowing them to be creative with their notes. Topics covered include:Geography of the Fertile CrescentThe Sumerians and civil
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7th - 10th
Also included in: World History 1 Interactive Notebook Bundle
Ancient China and the Indus River Valley Interactive Notebook Activities
This download features 13 Interactive Notebook pages all about Ancient China and the Indus River Valley civilizations! These amazing Interactive Notebook pages include graphic organizers, creative foldables, pop-ups, timelines, and more! These are incredible resources for getting students engaged and active in their learning and allowing them to be creative with their notes. Topics covered include:The geography of Ancient China and IndiaHarappa, Mohenjo-Daro, and planned cities in IndiaHarappan
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: World History 1 Interactive Notebook Bundle
Middle Ages Interactive Notebook: Reading Activities for Medieval Europe
This download features 11 Interactive Notebook pages all about the Middle Ages in Europe and Medieval Times! These amazing Interactive Notebook pages include graphic organizers, creative foldables, pop-ups, timelines, and more! These are incredible resources for getting students engaged and active in their learning and allowing them to be creative with their notes. Topics covered include:The Roman Catholic Church's role in Medieval SocietyThe Manor SystemFeudalismKnights and ChivalryCharlemagne
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7th - 10th
Also included in: World History 1 Interactive Notebook Bundle
Early Humans Stone Age Paleolithic Age Unit - Reading Activities Simulation
Tired of using boring curriculum? Then use an Early Humans Unit that is engaging for students and provides flexibility for teachers that covers hominids, hominins, Homo erectus, Neanderthals and Homo sapiens as well as hunter gatherers and cave art!This unit is perfect for veteran and new teachers! It includes 6 activities to engage, excite and support middle school students. Let World History Rawks plan, so you can Rawk! Activities included Theme based Bell Ringers helps students build their wr
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6th - 7th
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Ancient Rome Unit Plan
This 30+ day unit plan will bring Ancient Rome alive to your students! With detailed lesson plans, ISN flipbooks, technology resources, presentations, and engaging activities, your students will be able to explore the rise and fall of the Roman Empire.Includes the following lessons:-Romulus and Remus Comic Strip-The Etruscans Speed Stations-Roman Geography Mapping Activity-Roman Republic notes, quizzes, and regrouping activities-Twelve Tables QR Code Scavenger Hunt-Punic Wars Flipbook and Video
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6th - 10th
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ANCIENT GREEK THEATRE, PLAYS FOR YOUNG ACTORS
Greek Plays for Young Actors is a collection of nine short plays based on the stories of Greek mythology and Aesop's fables. The plays are ideal for readers theater, youth community theater groups and classroom theater performances. Following the traditions of ancient Greek theater, each of the nine short plays is performed by two or three actors accompanied by a small chorus that can vary in size. Life lessons of kindness, sharing, humility and responsibility are taught as the actors move throu
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4th - 7th
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China Unit Bundle - Shang through Qing Dynasties
China Unit Bundle - Distance Learning - Ancient China through Qing DynastyThis is EVERYTHING I have in my store on CHINA! Save yourself a lot of TIME and MONEY by purchasing these items in this bundle. The savings are over $10.00! All of the PowerPoints are zero-prep. Teacher notes are included, so you don't have to worry about what to say - just look in the comments section of each slide. This is a great resource for you to teach with your class or to have as a backup Sub Lesson Plan. If you wa
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6th - 10th
Islam and Islamic Civilizations Interactive Notebook
This download features 8 Interactive Notebook pages all about the rise of Islam and Islamic Civilizations of the Middle Ages! These amazing Interactive Notebook pages include graphic organizers, creative foldables, pop-ups, timelines, and more! These are incredible resources for getting students engaged and active in their learning and allowing them to be creative with their notes. Topics covered include:Muhammad and the origins of IslamThe growth and spread of Islam in the Middle EastThe 5 Pill
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7th - 10th
Also included in: World History 1 Interactive Notebook Bundle
Ancient Egypt Virtual Tour
This digital tour via Google Earth provides a comprehensive 'tour' of Ancient Egypt. Have your students grab their oars and hop aboard the papyrus boat to take this Virtual tour. The tour begins with background on the importance of the Nile River itself. It continues in Lower Egypt (Memphis) in the Old Kingdom and discusses King Menes. Students travel through time and south "Up" the Nile stopping at The Pyramids, Temple of Karnak, Queen Hatshepsut's Obelisk, Valley of the Kings, Abu-Simbel,
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5th - 10th
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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!
Ancient Greece and Greek Mythology with STEAM Extensions Mega Unit
“I cannot teach anyone anything. I can only make them think.” ~SocratesUsing this resource, students will be introduced to Ancient Greece, explore Greek contributions to the modern world, and develop an understanding of Greek gods and goddesses. Then, they will critically analyze common Greek myths. Students will explore the themes and lessons utilizing the Thinking Frameworks included. In addition, there are STEAMS lessons (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math, and Socratic Seminar) incl
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4th - 7th
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Greek Theater Unit (6-11)
IF COMING UP WITH an interesting way to teach your 6-8 graders about ancient history is difficult for you, look no further. This Greek Theater Unit is a project based activity for your collaborative groups that is enticing, challenging and fun. When you see your kids being actively engaged and truly enjoying their learning experience, it will help you to once again discover a joy of learning with them.After completing this hands on activity, your kiddos will understand why and how the firs
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6th - 8th
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Mesoamerican Civilizations Power-Point Presentation Bundle
An in-depth examination of the three major civilizations of Mesoamerica: the Olmec, Maya, and Aztec civilizations from 1500 BC to 1521 AD covering Geography, Religion, Agriculture, Politics, Economics, and Social Structure. Explore three of the greatest ancient civilizations found in the Americas. Located in the jungles of Central America and the highland desert of Mexico, the Olmec, Maya and Aztec civilizations changed their world and left unforgettable legacies in agriculture, architecture,
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7th - 10th
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Ancient Egypt Unit Bundle (grades 6-7)
This bundle includes the Society Develops in Egypt, Ancient Egypt Under the Pharaohs, Ancient Egyptian Achievements, Ancient Egypt and Kush, Ancient Egypt Assessment.Are you looking for lessons to teach your Ancient Egypt Unit? Maybe you just need some high quality activities so you can enjoy a much needed vacation? Look no further than this ready-to-go lesson bundle modeled after the myWorld Interactive "Ancient Civilizations" textbook.Each lessons contains a editable slideshow presentation, ed
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6th - 8th
Mesoamerica Ancient Maya Aztec Inca Unit - Activities Simulation Project Test
Tired of using boring curriculum? Then use a Mesoamerica - Maya-Aztec-Inca Unit that is engaging for students and provides flexibility for teachers that covers Mesoamerican and South American geography, the Maya Civilization, Aztec and Incan Empires! This unit is perfect for veteran and new teachers! It includes 18 activities to engage, excite and support middle school students. Let World History Rawks plan, so you can Rawk! Activities included The South America and Mesoamerica Map Activities to
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6th - 7th
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Ancient World History 1 Curriculum Differentiated to Support All Students
This is going to be a complete World History 1 curriculum for middle and high school. Be prepared to teach Ancient World History with these projects, activities, and assessments that have been designed to support ALL students in World History classes!These resources are no-prep and great for students of multiple levels. This Ancient World History curriculum is editable, digital, and printable.Make learning fun for everyone in your class with this amazing World History 1 curriculum. Plus you'll s
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6th - 9th
Ancient & Classical Greece Unit Bundle - Reading Activities Simulation Project
Tired of using boring curriculum? Then use an Ancient and Classical Greece Unit that is engaging for students and provides flexibility for teachers that covers Greek geography, Minoan & Mycenaeans, Athens & Sparta & Alexander the Great!This unit is perfect for veteran and new teachers! It includes 17 activities to engage, excite and support middle school students. Let World History Rawks plan, so you can Rawk! Activities included Theme based Bellringers helps students build their wr
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6th - 7th
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ANCIENT EGYPT Entire Unit Bundle! 8 Weeks of Content!
100% EDITABLE and CUSTOMIZABLE!Great addition to the Ancient Civilizations classroom--the entire unit on Ancient Egypt! Product includes both pdf, docx, pptx files to be completely editable.Product includes:-Teacher Guides with embedded links-The Nile Geography and Map Activity-Quiz 1-Pharaohs PWP and Guided Notes-Fabulous Pharaohs Reading Packet-Pharaoh Cinquain Poetry Extension-Quiz 2-Joseph: King of Dreams Movie Notes Guide-King Tut Magazine Reading Activity-Egyptian Religion Reading and Ques
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5th - 8th
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Ancient China Unit Bundle - Map Reading Activities Simulation Project Test
Tired of using boring curriculum? Then use an Ancient China Unit that is engaging for students and provides flexibility for teachers that covers Chinese geography, the Shang, Zhou, Qin, Han as well as the Mandate of Heaven, Legalism and Confucianism!This unit is perfect for veteran and new teachers! It includes 17 activities to engage, excite and support middle school students. Let World History Rawks plan, so you can Rawk! Activities included Theme based Bellringers helps students build their w
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6th - 7th
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Egyptian Mummification & the Afterlife Unit: Teacher Slides/Student Activities
If you're looking for a ready-to-use, no stress resource for Ancient Egyptian Mummification and the Afterlife, this is it! Egyptian Mummification & the Afterlife Unit: Google Teacher Slides/ Creative Student Activities contains YouTube links for videos and music, student activity pages (some paper/some digital), student Google Slide notes and Google teacher slides for presentation.Here is what's included:Watch a YouTube video on the process of mummification. (Slide 3)Have students complete
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4th - 8th
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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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