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Preschool ancient history lessons
Ancient Instruments - Make Your Own Egyptian Sistrum (Rattle)
The sistrum is a hand-held percussion instrument that dates back to ancient Egypt. Learn more about the background of this unique percussion instrument that can be seen pictured in ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics.
Two pages of instructions are included showing how to to make your own homemade version out of either recycled materials or natural items found outdoors. This is a fun, hands-on project to tie in with world history, social studies, music or the arts.
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PreK - 4th
Also included in:Â 24 Amazing Folk Instruments You Can Make At Home - Teacher Bundle
Kindergarten Journey Through Ancient Egypt Unit
Embark on a journey back to the times of pharaohs and pyramids with our captivating "Kindergarten Journey Through Ancient Egypt" unit! This comprehensive educational package is expertly crafted for our youngest explorers, offering a rich array of activities tailored to kindergarteners' learning levels.Inside this treasure trove, you'll discover:***READING COMPREHENSION AND WRITING PRACTICE. Vocabulary Cards: Introduce your little learners to the language of the ancients with beautifully illustra
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God GUIDES: Samuel, David, and the Good Shepherd - Bible Lessons for Kids
Bible Lesson Directions p.1Memory Verse Lesson Directions p.3Prayer Directions p.4Lesson 1. Samuel Hears from God p.6Lesson 2. David is Anointed King p.10Lesson 3. David Defeats Goliath p.14Lesson 4. Jehovah is my Shepherd p.18Lesson 5. REVIEW p.22www.teachingkidsJesus.orgEnjoy these Bible Lessons for Kids Digital Downloads**Features:****Read with Me Bible Suggested Reading:** Immerse emergent readers in the beauty of Bible stories perfectly aligned with educational goals.**Vocabulary Words:
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PreK - 2nd
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Jesus' CHURCH: The Holy Spirit, Peter, and Paul - BIBLE LESSONS for KIDS
Jesus' CHURCH: The Holy Spirit, Peter, and Paul - BIBLE LESSONS for KIDSCONTENTS PageBible Lesson Directions p.2Memory Verse Lesson Directions p.4Prayer Directions p.5Lesson 1. The Holy Spirit Comes p.6Lesson 2. Peter & Philip Share the Good News p.10Lesson 3. Paul Tells The Good News p.14Lesson 4. Jesus Offers Hope p.19Lesson 5. REVIEW p.23www.teachingkidsJesus.orgEnjoy this Digital Download!**Features:****Read with Me Bible Suggested Reading:** Immerse emergent readers in the beauty of Bi
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Also included in:Â Jesus' Journey: Building on a Foundation of Faith - Kids Church Curriculum
God JUDGES: Jonah, the Whale, Daniel & Kings - Bible Lessons for Kids
Contents PageBible Lesson Directions p.1Memory Verse Lesson Directions p.3Prayer Directions p.4Lesson 1. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego p.5Lesson 2. King Belshazzar is Judged p.9Lesson 3. Daniel is Judged as Good! p.13Lesson 4. Jonah, Nineveh, and Tarshish p.17Lesson 5. REVIEW p.21www.teachingkidsJesus.orgEnjoy these Bible Lessons for Kids Digital Downloads**Features:****Read with Me Bible Suggested Reading:** Immerse emergent readers in the beauty of Bible stories perfectly alig
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God PROMISES: Abraham, Isaac, Rebekah, & Joseph - Bible Lessons for Kids
Contents Page Bible Lesson Directions p.2Memory Verse Lesson Directions p.4Prayer Directions p.5Lesson 1. Abraham Believed God p.6Lesson 2. Isaac Trusts God p.10Lesson 3. Rebekah Gives Water p.14Lesson 4. Jacob Hears God’s Promise p.18Lesson 5. REVIEW p.22www.teachingkidsJesus.orgEnjoy these Bible Lessons for Kids Digital Downloads**Features:****Read with Me Bible Suggested Reading:** Immerse emergent readers in the beauty of Bible stories perfectly aligned with educational goals.**Vocabula
Joseph Activity Book for Beginners
Your students will LOVE learning about Joseph and the ancient Israelites with The story of Joseph Activity Book for Beginners. Packed with lesson plans, coloring pages, fun worksheets, and puzzles to help educators just like you teach children about the life of Joseph. Includes scripture references for easy Bible verse look-up and a handy answer key for teachers and parents. Suitable for kids ages 3-7.Children will learn...Where Joseph and his family lived in Biblical timesWhy Jacob gave Joseph
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PreK - 2nd
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How to Draw Prehistoric Style Animals
Creating art is a universal trait that makes humans unique, and people have been creating art longer than they have been writing. Students love learning about Prehistoric Art because it gives them a chance to connect people who lived thousands of years ago in different places of the world. The Lascaux Cave is one of the most famous Paleolithic archaeology sites. Located in France, the Lascaux Cave is home to many murals of animals that students can identify.The is a downloadable zip file with ev
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PreK - 2nd
New Testament Bundle
New Testament Lessons to reveal the beauty of God's Saving Plan fulfilled - from the birth of Jesus to the evangelization of the World through His Church! Learn how to teach the New Testament within the Catholic tradition.
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PreK - 8th
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Cave Painting Art Project and Lesson - Prehistoric Art - Elementary Art Lesson
Here is a great lesson about prehistoric art. This Google Slide presentation has all the steps you need to create an interesting piece of cave art. This lesson teaches about:Cave art ShapeColor (neutrals) This lesson is great for:Elementary art teachersSquare 1 Art or other school art fundraiserGeneral education teachers looking to add more art to their curriculumHomeschooling families This lesson includes:Â Google Slide Presentation Read aloud book (video)Materials neededStep-by-step process pho
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PreK - 3rd
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Creative Writing Prompt game - Ancient Egyptian Gods
Do you often wonder how to integrate Creative Writing into your history topic lessons? Do you needs ideas to help those reluctant writers get started? How to spark their imagination and help guide their writing?
Introducing the "Creative Writing Prompt Game - Ancient Egyptian Gods!"
This simple yet effective game can spark any students' imagination, and can be easily adapted to suit any style of writing or topic being studied.
All you need are some dice, writing paper and pens, and the Creati
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PreK - 12th, Staff
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How People Lived Long Ago.
Dive into the past with our engaging reading material, "How People Lived Long Ago," specially crafted for kids! Travel through time and explore the fascinating ways of life of people from ancient civilizations to the Middle Ages. Delve into the daily routines, customs, and traditions of our ancestors, gaining a deeper understanding of history and culture. With vivid descriptions and captivating illustrations, this reading material is designed to spark curiosity and ignite the imaginations of you
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PreK - 3rd, Adult Education, Staff
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Particular Concepts Elementary Activities (STEM Modules)
Physics STEM activities in a sandbox or at a highway! How did Ancients move large obelisks? Why do retaining walls fail?
Particular Physics applies to stuff that flows like water, but piles (like sand and gravel). The power in a pile can be used to move things OR hold them back...
Particular Concepts introduces hands-on activities that apply the forces of sand, rice, or gravel (and other particulates). These new Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) modules introduce all students
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PreK - 4th, Higher Education
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Catholic Lesson Plan: Cain and Abel (Scripture/Bible)
This 60-to-90-minute lesson has been tried and tested in classroom and home education settings as an effective resource for religious education. The author has an Apostolic Catechetical Diploma issued by the Holy See, and all Scripture lessons have been reviewed by a Catholic with a Masters in Sacred Scripture. The resource itself has been reviewed and permitted for use in the local diocese. This printable Catechism lesson is formatted for ease of application by the teacher and for practical tak
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PreK - 8th
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Also included in:Â Old Testament Bundle
Catholic Lesson Plan: The Fall of Adam and Eve (Scripture/Bible)
This 60-to-90-minute lesson has been tried and tested in classroom and home education settings as an effective resource for religious education. The author has an Apostolic Catechetical Diploma issued by the Holy See, and all Scripture lessons have been reviewed by a Catholic with a Masters in Sacred Scripture. The resource itself has been reviewed and permitted for use in the local diocese. This printable Catechism lesson is formatted for ease of application by the teacher and for practical tak
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PreK - 8th
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Also included in:Â Old Testament Bundle
Prehistoric Art Lascaux Cave
Creating art is a universal trait that makes humans unique, and people have been creating art longer than they have been writing. Students love learning about Prehistoric Art because it gives them a chance to connect people who lived thousands of years ago in different places of the world. The Lascaux Cave is one of the most famous Paleolithic archaeology sites. Located in France, the Lascaux Cave is home to many murals of animals that students can identify.The is a downloadable zip file with ev
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PreK - 2nd
Birth of the King Activity Book for Beginners
Introducing Birth of the King Activity Book for Beginners – an ideal resource to help teachers just like you bring the story of the Messiah's birth alive for young learners. Designed for K-2 students, this Activity Book provides you with 55+ fun and engaging activities spanning five planned-for-you lessons. From connect-the-dots and coloring pages to hands-on worksheets and crafts, every activity is crafted to blend learning with fun. ✅Check out the preview for a detailed look at what's inside t
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PreK - 2nd
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Catholic Lesson Plan: The Ten Commandments (Scripture/Bible)
This 60-to-90-minute lesson has been tried and tested in classroom and home education settings as an effective resource for religious education. The author has an Apostolic Catechetical Diploma issued by the Holy See, and all Scripture lessons have been reviewed by a Catholic with a Masters in Sacred Scripture. The resource itself has been reviewed and permitted for use in the local diocese. This printable Catechism lesson is formatted for ease of application by the teacher and for practical tak
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PreK - 8th
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Also included in:Â Lenten Bundle for teachers!
Catholic Lesson Plan: Introduction to Scripture (Bible)
This 60-to-90-minute lesson has been tried and tested in classroom and home education settings as an effective resource for religious education. The author has an Apostolic Catechetical Diploma issued by the Holy See and all Scripture lessons have been reviewed by a Catholic with a Masters in Scripture. The resource itself has been reviewed and permitted for use in the local diocese. This printable lesson is formatted for ease of application by the teacher and for practical take home use, offeri
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PreK - 8th
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Also included in:Â Old Testament Bundle
Old Testament Bundle
29 Old Testament Lessons to reveal the beauty of God's Saving Plan - from Creation to the coming of the Savior! See how the New Testament is revealed in the Old as you learn Salvation History from the Catholic tradition.
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PreK - 8th
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Shavuot - The Giving of the Torah on Mt. Sinai - Also a Jewish Harvest Festival
This packet contains great activities for learners of all ages about Shavuot! Your students will learn some relevant Hebrew vocabulary through a matching game, and get some writing practice by tracing relevant Hebrew vocabulary words. Your students will also have the chance to become familiar with the Ten Commandments in child- and family- friendly terms. They will get to cut and glue the commandments in order onto a set of tablets of their own!
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PreK - 7th, Staff
Aztec & Mayan Lesson Plan and PP Presentation
This is an introduction to the Aztecs and Mayans, highlighting the similarities and differences between them. Teachers and students should focus on the geography, government, society structure, accomplishments in engineering, astronomy, arts, and religion of both empires. Additionally, they should stress the importance of the Aztec and Mayan Empire in the development of both civilizations.
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PreK - 12th
Catholic Lesson Plan: Jesus' Passion (Scripture/Bible)
This 60-to-90-minute lesson has been tried and tested in classroom and home education settings as an effective resource for religious education. The author has an Apostolic Catechetical Diploma issued by the Holy See, and all Scripture lessons have been reviewed by a Catholic with a Masters in Sacred Scripture. The resource itself has been reviewed and permitted for use in the local diocese. This printable Catechism lesson is formatted for ease of application by the teacher and for practical tak
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PreK - 8th
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Also included in:Â Lenten Bundle for teachers!
Catholic Lesson Plan: The Annunciation and Visitation (Scripture/Bible)
This 60-to-90-minute lesson has been tried and tested in classroom and home education settings as an effective resource for religious education. The author has an Apostolic Catechetical Diploma issued by the Holy See, and all Scripture lessons have been reviewed by a Catholic with a Masters in Sacred Scripture. The resource itself has been reviewed and permitted for use in the local diocese. This printable Catechism lesson is formatted for ease of application by the teacher and for practical tak
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PreK - 8th
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Also included in:Â New Testament 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?
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