Curated OER
The Great Lighthouse at Alexandria
Students read and research about Alexandria's Great Lighthouse. In this Greek architecture lesson plan, students create a timeline of events in Alexandria, and design a lighthouse. Students research lighthouses online and write a report.
Scholastic
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
The Colossus of Rhodes, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Lighthouse of Alexandria. Young archeologists investigate the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, map their locations, and match their names with brief descriptions and images....
Curated OER
Seven Wonders of the World
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World lesson plans offer students a chance to learn about history and use their creativity as well.
Curated OER
Google Earth Exercise: The Seven Wonders of the World
In this Google Earth worksheet, students search the site and answer short answer questions about The Seven Wonders of the World. Students answer 28 questions.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Lighthouse of Alexandria
The Lighthouse of Alexandria stood for over 1600 years and is on the list of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Read this article to learn about its history and significance.
Other
Alexandria: A Historical Outline
The Hellenic Electronic Center offers extensive information about Alexandria starting with its founding by Alexander to contemporary times. Describes the achievements of the city and its decline because of other sea routes for trade.
Other
Virtual Egypt: The Pharos (Lighthouse) of Alexandria
Provides information about the age, location, and history of this lost world wonder built during the Macedonian occupation of Egypt.
Curated OER
The Seven Wonders: Lighthouse of Alexandria
I think Nathan and Austin deserved an A on their website construction. It gives a great overview of the "Lighthouse of Alexandria", but their illustrations give away their ages. Ordering of sentences is quite awkward, but the information...
Curated OER
The Seven Wonders: Lighthouse of Alexandria
I think Nathan and Austin deserved an A on their website construction. It gives a great overview of the "Lighthouse of Alexandria", but their illustrations give away their ages. Ordering of sentences is quite awkward, but the information...
Curated OER
The Seven Wonders: Lighthouse of Alexandria
I think Nathan and Austin deserved an A on their website construction. It gives a great overview of the "Lighthouse of Alexandria", but their illustrations give away their ages. Ordering of sentences is quite awkward, but the information...
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Wonders of the World
This lesson plan provides adaptations, discussion questions, an evaluation rubric, extensions, and much more for learning about ancient Wonders of the World.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Pharos Island Lighthouse
Alexandria, Pharos Island Lighthouse
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: This Just In! Nile Network News Update
Site offers interdisciplinary lesson plans on Ancient Egypt.Students will thoroughly research many aspects of life in Ancient Egypt. Lessons will culminate with students presenting their research findings using, a T.V News Show format....
PBS
Pbs: Nova: Seven Wonders: Get Clued In
Site gives clues for students to figure out the Wonders. Choose the Wonder after the clues are given. Which of the Seven Wonders is the only one still standing today?