Curated OER
Chinese Kites
Students identify Chinese culture and find that New Year is the most important of many Chinese holidays. Then they research many facets of the Chinese New Year celebration, and identify the symbols of the animal zodiac. Students also...
Curated OER
Culture of Pompeii
In need of a instructional activity that focuses on the government and culture of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii? Here you'll find 16 questions related to the government, religion, society, and culture of Pompeii, prior to the...
Curated OER
Discover the science of archaeology
Young scholars research archaeology. In this archaeology lesson, students conduct research about archaeology and one ancient culture. Young scholars write a magazine article about an archaeological dig.
Curated OER
How To Make a Rainstick
Students research the uses of rainsticks in ancient native cultures. The teacher discusses the ceremonies rainsticks were traditionally used in. The students then construct their own rainstick.
Penn Museum
Penn Museum: Ancient Greek World
Massive site for information on the ancient Greek world. Follow the navigation at the top of the page for detailed sections on time periods, daily life, religion and death, economy, and more. Each section includes pictures of artifacts...
City University of New York
Athenian Daily Life
Comprehensive site explores all aspects of daily life in ancient Athens. Discusses the agora, politics, domestic life, warfare, and education. Also has a lengthy bibliography for further study.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: Egyptian Art in the Age of the Pyramids
Awesome examples of Egyptian art are given on these web pages from The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Enjoy looking at pictures of actual pieces of art that are currently in the museum. Along with the art are brief historical...
Other
Institute of Egyptian Art and Archaeology
Take a tour of Egypt or visit the online exhibit of artifacts at this site. Descriptions and history of the artifacts are given and there is an impressive links page.
Other
The Virtual Egyptian Museum
View dozens of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Sift through the collection by type, period, God, or material.
SMART Technologies
Smart: Ancient Egypt Religion
Topics discussed: creation, symbols, polytheism, Book of the Dead, Mummification, Cartouche, Curse of the Mummy, pyramids, and the Riddle of Sphinx. Very Interactive!!! - Make your own cartouche, explore a tomb, and make your own mummy.
Other
History World International: Sumeria
A detailed account of the history and culture of Sumeria at this site from History World International. Includes section on language, writing, world view and religion.
SMART Technologies
Smart: Ancient World Religions
Compare various religions and explore their similarities and differences in this SMART lesson. An opportunity to learn each religion's location of origin and basic tenets is provided as well.
University of Chicago
Oriental Institute: A Relief Sculpture From Khorsabad in Ancient Mesopotamia
View an ancient monumental scene from Ancient Mesopotamia and learn interesting facts about the monument.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Ancient Western Asia Mesopotamia
This history site offers a wonderful lecture on Mesopotamian civilizations and culture. Includes links within the lecture to in-depth explanations of important ideas and people such as Cuneiform and Hannibal.