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Ancient history Common Core RH.11-12.3 resources
The Mystery of King Tut in Ancient Egypt: Reading Passages, Comprehension
This lessons focuses on the life, the very mysterious death, and the treasure of King Tut. In the course of the lesson, students will read about how: How King Tut came to be PharaohA fictional news article dealing with his mysterious deathThe 'curse' that surrounded those who discovered and entered his tombAs well as a video clip chronicling recent scientific discoveries done his the boy King's remains.Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point
Grades:
5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Roman Colosseum & Gladiators in Ancient Rome: Reading Passages + Activities
Students will be able to explore the Roman Colosseum, including why it was constructed, its history, what it was used for, past and present. Students will be exposed to a variety of different media (visual and print) to help them gain a greater understanding of the Roman Colosseum and its place in history.Updated August 2023 with a PowerPoint!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics i
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Geography & Environment in Ancient India: Reading Passages + Comprehension
In this lesson, students will explore the dramatic and influential weather and landscape of ancient India, and how this directly effected where the first settlements of the civilization evolved (always near a river). In addition, students will read about the annual Monsoons that can be both highly productive or seriously detrimental to the people and economy of India.Updated March 2024 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizat
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + 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
Ancient India: Eightfold Path & Four Noble Truths: Buddhism Reading Activities
This lesson contains a skills guide on the Eightfold Path and the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism, from ancient India. It is a good opportunity for students to learn about the details of Buddhism, share their own opinions, and initiate a meaningful classroom discussion.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> 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
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Final Day of Pompeii: Ancient Rome: Reading Passages, Comprehension Activity
Students will examine the city of Pompeii, which was destroyed by a volcano from Mt. Vesuvius. Students will be exposed to a variety of different media (articles, pictures, videos) to give them a proper and reflective portrayal of what happened to Pompeii in the past, as well the information its discovery has revealed.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving Bund
Grades:
6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Beginnings of the Ancient Roman Republic: Rome Reading Passages
Students will have a brief introduction to ancient Rome. Students will have short reading, accompanied by a series of comprehension questions. Students will be to describe different geographic features of Italy and Rome, and compare that to other civilizations we have studied this year. Also, students will begin to identify to characteristics of a republic.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The 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?
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Life, Death & Effect of Julius Caesar in Ancient Rome: Reading Passages
Students will be able to identify who Julius Caesar was and how his death was an advantage and disadvantage for Rome by reading an article on Julius Caesar and what led to his death. After wards students will look at a reading from the textbook that will point out the events that occurred after his death. Students will look at this information and determine its effect on Rome. Students will answer aim to check for learning and will use their notes to later answer a question in ASC format as ext
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Ancient Egypt Creation Myth & Story: Reading Passages + Comprehension
In this lesson students will be able to look at readings and determine how the world was created according to the ancient Egyptians. Students will then look at transition words and how to use transition words while sequencing.Updated December 2023 to include a PDF version!Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Egypt Unit - Bundle of LessonsAncien
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Silk Road of Ancient China: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Students will be able to identify the Silk Road, its purpose and what goods were exchanged along it. Students will also be able to identify the dangers of the Silk Road, as well as the cultural impact it had, such as the spread of ideas and beliefs (for example, Buddhism's spread from India outwards).Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient China M
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Mummies and Mummification in Ancient Egypt: Reading Passages + Activity
In this lesson students will learn about the mummification process used in ancient Egypt. They will read a description of the process, read a mummy poem that wonders all the history that could be communicated if the mummy was still alive. Finally, students will have cut ups of the nine different steps of the mummification process. Using the information they gathered in the previous portions of the lesson, students will be expected to correctly order these steps in their proper sequence.Updated i
Grades:
6th - 12th
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
Grades:
7th - 12th
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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!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics in Ancient Rome - Mini-Unit of 8 LessonsAncient Rome Unit - Bundle of 16 LessonsAncient Rome Mini-Unit: Coloss
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Roman Numerals in Ancient Rome: Reading Passages + Activities
Students will be introduced to the history of Roman Numerals and the role they played in trade and commerce within ancient Rome. Students will able to apply their knowledge in an activity to identify/decode/convert number into and from Roman Numerals.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics in Ancient Rome - Mini-Unit of 8 LessonsAncient
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
The Terra Cotta Warriors of Ancient China: Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will be able to identify who the Terra Cotta Warriors of Ancient China, and why they were created by Emperor Qin to defend him in the afterlife. Students will be able to make predictions based on visuals, listen and take notes, and also determine the importance of the information they have heard.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Chi
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Great Wall of China: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
Students will infer the importance of different environments, and the protection from danger they can serve. Students will be introduced to the Great Wall of China. Students will be able to identify why the Great Wall of China was built, and the strategies involved behind its creation.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient China Mini-Unit: Invent
Grades:
6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Ancient India Geography & Its Influence: Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will be able to analyze geographical features from around India (Ganges River, Himalayan Mountains, That Desert and Monsoons) and determine how each one was beneficial as well as non beneficial for the people living there. Students will comprehend how important these environmental features where in determining where people settled in India.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle?
Grades:
6th - 12th
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!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesLife and Politics in Ancient Rome - Mini-Unit of 8 LessonsAncient Rome Unit
Grades:
6th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle: Egypt, Rome, Greece: Comprehension Activities
Ancient India Test - Hinduism, Buddhism, Geography, Beliefs
This is a comprehensive test that includes material on Hinduism, Buddhism, the Caste System, Geography, the Taj Mahal, the Eightfold Path and one Hindu story with multiple choice questions.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ 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
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Islamic Empire Map Activity Early History Civilization (Google)
Islamic Empire Map ActivityIs your class learning about the Islamic Empire and the Middle Ages?In this fun and interactive lesson, students will use the blank maps to label and color important landmarks, geographic features, and more. Students will make great connections between the geography of the Islamic Empire and the history of the civilization. Lesson Includes:Islamic Empire Mapping Activity PDFAnswer KeyLink to editable Google Drive resourceThe worksheet is no prep, easy to use, and g
Grades:
5th - 12th, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Islam and the Middle Ages in Europe Unit Plan (Google Compatible)
The Story of Siddhartha & Beginnings of Buddhism: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson, students will read three stories (and answer comprehension questions) that are sacred to Buddhist beliefs and its teachings (the Birth of Buddha; Siddhartha and the Swan; The Search for Truth). These stories were chosen specifically because they represent Siddhartha's early life, his beginning/awareness to recognize suffering and have compassion, and ultimately, his enlightenment as he evolves into Buddha. Afterwards, students will complete a graphic organizer in which they must
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Choosing an Ancient Greek City-State: Athens or Sparta: Reading & Comprehension
In this lesson students will compare and contrast what life was like for people in Athens and Sparta, in ancient Greece. Students will examine what life was like for men and women, as well as their jobs and the values of each city-state. After students have compiled this information, they will have the opportunity to write about which city-state they would have preferred to live in, and support it with specific details.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Ancient Greece Unit: Bundle of Lessons: Reading & Comprehension Passages
Ancient India: Hindu Creation & Traditional Stories: Reading Passages + Activity
This is an excellent lesson that comes with traditional Hindu stories, featuring stories on Brahma and the creation of the world, the Indian God Ganesh, and the Indian God Krishna (known as the Blue God). The stories are all age appropriate and engaging, and students of all ages will find them interesting and rewarding.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving Bun
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Also included in:Â Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
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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.
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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.
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