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8th grade ancient history scaffolded notes
GRAPES Lesson and Activities for History, Social Studies
These activities are perfect for providing students with the information they need to use the GRAPES acronym all year long in your history class! Use as as an introductory unit before studying your first civilization or historical time period. Great for building student interest in ancient history! Check preview for details! All digital versions are Google Slides resources.INCLUDED:Presentation: Introductory GRAPES presentation with 25+ slides including definitions, examples, graphics, and key
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in:Â GRAPES History Resource Bundle
African Civilizations Interactive Notebook Unit INB World History
African Civilizations Interactive Notebook Unit 6th Grade INB This is a complete interactive notebook unit with assessments for African Civilizations, 400 B.C. - 1500 A.D., including Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. This 45 page unit includes activities and a complete answer key. I included some activities that could be used as assessments, as well as Essential Questions. I have included a test that is based on what students learn in the INB. This resource is meant to be used with a textbook or as
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in:Â World History Interactive Notebook Social Studies BUNDLE 2
Rome: Republic to Empire & Civilization Interactive Notebook Unit 6th Grade INB
Rome: Republic to Empire & Civilization Interactive Notebook Unit 6th GradeThis is a complete interactive notebook unit with assessments for Rome: Republic to Empire and Roman Civilization. This 65 page unit includes activities and a complete answer key. I included some activities that could be used as assessments, as well as Essential Questions. I have a quiz and a test included that are based on what students learn in the INB. This resource is meant to be used with a textbook or as teac
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in:Â Ancient / World History Interactive Notebook Social Studies BUNDLE
Forms of Government Lesson - Guided Notes PowerPoint and Homework
Students explore different forms of government, from democracy and monarchy to dictatorship, and limited governments to unlimited governments! No prep needed here! This printable is perfect for introducing students to forms of government and how governments differ. Students also learn about the basic purpose of government.INCLUDES: 1) Guided Notes Worksheet - color and B&W versions included2) PowerPoint - display for students as you teach3) Check for Understanding Worksheet - Exit Ticket or
Grades:
5th - 8th
Greeking Out Podcast ALL SEASONS Student Notes Bundle | Greek Mythology
Incorporate and practice the speaking and listening standards during your Greek Mythology unit by listening to National Geographic Kid's podcast Greeking Out. Keep students engaged in listening to the kid-friendly podcast by using these student notes and listening guides.Check out Season 1, Episode 1 of the podcast with this FREEBIE for Jason and the Quest for the Golden Fleece - download now.The myths covered in Season 1 include:Jason and the Quest for the Golden FleecePhaethon and the Sun Char
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Islamic Civilization Interactive Notebook Unit INB Islam World History
Islamic Civilization Interactive Notebook Unit 6th Grade INB This is a complete interactive notebook unit with assessments for Islamic Civilization. This 50 page unit includes activities and a complete answer key. I included some activities that could be used as assessments, as well as Essential Questions. I have included a test that is based on what students learn in the INB. This resource is meant to be used with a textbook or as teacher-led notes.Please note, this unit includes the same
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in:Â World History Interactive Notebook Social Studies BUNDLE 2
Buddhism & Hinduism BUNDLE - 2 PowerPoints, 2 WebQuests
Buddhism & Hinduism BUNDLE - 2 PowerPoints, 2 WebQuests - Digital & PrintLooking for a fun and engaging way to get students excited to learn about Buddhism and Hinduism? Look no further - this resource has you covered. If you are like me, you have quite a busy life. That is why I have made this resource zero-prep! Both of the PowerPoints come with lecture notes in the notes section of each slide, so you will know exactly what to say. Both of the WebQuests are ready to be distributed (eit
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Grades:
6th - 10th
The Sui, Tang, & Song Dynasties - Google Slides, Guided Notes, Teacher Notes
The Sui, Tang, & Song Dynasties - Google Slides, Guided Notes, Warm-Up & Exit Ticket, & Teacher NotesNewly Updated! (July 2022)You talked, I listened! This resource now includes underlined keywords on Google Slides to match the fill-in-the-blank guided notes. Previously, the keywords were highlighted in a different color which some of you find hard to read.This is a zero-prep PowerPoint that goes over the Sui, Tang, & Song Dynasties! Teacher notes are included so you don't have t
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in:Â China Unit Bundle - Shang through Qing Dynasties
Ancient Israel Interactive PowerPoint Notes (Google Slides Compatible)
Interactive PowerPoint Notes are a great way to engage your students in content related to your curriculum. This resource is aligned with the Ancient Israel unit in The Teacher's Prep store but can be used independently, as well. It's a great option for classrooms utilizing technology or off-campus remote distance learning.When using this interactive PowerPoint, students can click on elements of the slides to reveal important information about a variety of topics related to the study of Ancient
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in:Â Ancient Israel Unit Bundle
Early China Dynasties: Shang, Zhou, & Qin PPT, Teacher Notes, & Guided Notes
Early China Dynasties: Shang, Zhou, & Qin - PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Teacher Notes, Warm-up & Exit TicketNewly Updated! (July 2022)You talked, I listened! This resource now includes underlined keywords on Google Slides to match the fill-in-the-blank guided notes. Previously, the keywords were highlighted in a different color which some of you find hard to read. This is a zero-prep PowerPoint that goes over Early China! Teacher notes are included so you don't have to worry about what to
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Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in:Â China Unit Bundle - Shang through Qing Dynasties
The Han Dynasty - PowerPoint, Warm-Up & Exit Ticket, Guided Notes, Teacher Notes
The Han Dynasty - PowerPoint, Warm-Up, Exit Ticket, Guided Notes, & Teacher NotesNewly Updated! (July 2022)You talked, I listened! This resource now includes underlined keywords on Google Slides to match the fill-in-the-blank guided notes. Previously, the keywords were highlighted in a different color which some of you find hard to read.This is a zero-prep PowerPoint that goes over the Han Dynasty! Teacher notes are included so you don't have to worry about what to say. This is a great lesso
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Grades:
6th - 10th
Roman Government (Ancient Rome Lesson Plan)
This 5-day mini-unit will get your students excited about government! With guided notes, formative assessments, and differentiated regrouping activities, this lesson will deepen your students' understanding of the Roman Republic.
This lesson includes:
-detailed lesson plan
-Roman Republic presentation (in PowerPoint)
-Roman Republic notes flipbook
-Formative assessment
-Differentiated regrouping activities
-Twelve Tables QR Code Stations - 2 differentiated versions!
-Roman Government Quiz
-Qui
Grades:
6th - 10th
Ancient Egypt (The Nile River) Lesson 1
Teach your students about Ancient Egypt and the importance of the Nile River with this visually pleasing lesson. The lesson is will take one whole class period, and is designed for differentiated instruction. The presentation slides and questions sheets are in the form of a PDF and are distance learning friendly. Enjoy!Included In Your PurchaseStudent Reading VersionStudent Cloze NotesStudent Questions PageGraphic Organizer (Venn Diagram) Editable PowerPoint Presentation SlidesAnswer KeysFun and
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt Bundle
Bering Strait Land Bridge Lesson for Middle School ENL - SPED
Are you teaching the Bering Land Bridge to your middle school social studies students and need a no-prep lesson? This PowerPoint presentation, Google Slideshow, guided notes and worksheet will help your students to understand the Bering Land Bridge and early American Migration of Native Americans. The presentation and notes correlate and students complete the notes as they watch the presentation and come in a Google version as well. This social studies lesson includes documents to be analyzed an
Grades:
7th - 10th
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Ancient Lit Epic of Gilgamesh Mini-Unit w/ Reading Comprehension & Activities
Teaching ancient epics can be a really exciting time in a high school classroom with the potential for blowing minds. This mini-unit is great for a one week splash into "The Epic of Gilgamesh" and leaves students with an understanding of the history, major themes of the text, and an appreciation for cuneiform.This resource includes:- 3 different quick writes that can be used for warm-ups, exit tickets, and homework-Slideshow covering general background of Gilgamesh, Mesopotamia, language, religi
Grades:
8th - 12th
Greeking Out Podcast Season 1 Student Notes Bundle | Greek Mythology
Incorporate and practice the speaking and listening standards during your Greek Mythology unit by listening to National Geographic Kid's podcast Greeking Out. Keep students engaged in listening to the kid-friendly podcast by using these student notes and listening guides.Check out Season 1, Episode 1 of the podcast with this FREEBIE for Jason and the Quest for the Golden Fleece - download now.The myths covered in Season 1 include:Jason and the Quest for the Golden FleecePhaethon and the Sun Char
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Presentation on Great West African Empires: Ghana, Mali, Songhai
This PowerPoint slide show is a great intro to the Great West African Empires: Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. It includes information on the rise/fall, culture, climate, geography, and trade of each civilization. An interactive student note sheet and multiple choice quiz are also available to work together with this slide show.
Grades:
7th - 9th
Early Humans Interactive PowerPoint Notes (Google Slides Compatible)
Interactive PowerPoint Notes are a great way to engage your students in content related to your curriculum. This resource is aligned with The Early Humans Unit in The Teacher's Prep store but can be used independently, as well. It's a great option for classrooms utilizing technology or off-campus remote distance learning.When using this interactive PowerPoint, students can click on elements of the slides to reveal important information about a variety of topics related to the study of the lives
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in:Â Early Humans Unit Bundle
Thinking Like A Historian (Presentation and Notes)
Students will understand the importance of History and why we learn about it in schools. This lesson works wonderfully at the beginning of the year, in any social studies class. This lesson is Distance and E-learner friendly. This lesson will take 1 to 2 class periods to teach and is also designed to accommodate differentiated instruction. Enjoy! Included In This lesson: Reading and Questions Sheet Presentation SlidesGuided Notes SheetVideosSmall discussion activity Topics This lesson: Why do we
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in:Â Thinking Like A Historian Bundle!
Early Humans Unit Bundle (grades 6-7)
Explore the captivating journey of humanity with our Early Humans Bundle! Delve into their origins, migrations, and cultural expressions through engaging titles like Exploring Early Humans, Cave Paintings, and Rise of Civilization. Uncover the profound impact of farming, religion, and societal evolution, culminating in the fascinating world of the Maya Civilization.Are you looking for lessons to teach your Early Humans Unit? Maybe you just need some high quality activities so you can enjoy a muc
Grades:
6th - 8th
Ancient Greece Unit Bundle (grades 6-7)
This bundle includes the Early Greek Civilization, Democracy in Athens, Oligarchy in Sparta, Ancient Greek Society & Economic Expansion, Warfare in Ancient Greece, Ancient Greek Beliefs & Arts, Ancient Greek Learning, Alexander & the Hellenistic World.Are you looking for lessons to teach your Ancient Greece 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 Inter
Grades:
6th - 8th
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
Grades:
6th - 9th
Origins of Hinduism PowerPoint - Warm-Up, Exit Ticket, Teacher & Guided Notes
The Origins of Hinduism - Warm-Up, Exit Ticket, Guided Notes, Teacher Notes, & Google SlidesNewly Updated! (January 2023)You talked, I listened! This resource now includes underlined keywords on Google Slides to match the fill-in-the-blank guided notes. Previously, the keywords were highlighted in a different color which some of you find hard to read.This is a zero-prep PowerPoint that goes over the origins of Hinduism! Teacher notes are included, so you don't have to worry about what to say
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in:Â Hinduism Bundle - PowerPoint & WebQuest
Demeter Persephone and Hades | Greeking Out Podcast Students Listening Notes
Incorporate and practice the speaking and listening standards during your Greek Mythology unit by listening to National Geographic Kid's podcast Greeking Out - Season 5, Episode 1: Demeter and Persephone and Hades. Keep students engaged in listening to the kid-friendly podcast by using these student notes and listening guide.Check out Season 1, Episode 1 of the podcast with this FREEBIE for Jason and the Quest for the Golden Fleece - download now.In this episode of Greeking Out, we learn about h
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Also included in:Â Growing Greek Mythology Mega Bundle
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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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