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Ancient Origins: The Role of Archaeology in Reconstructing the Past

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars read information about the ancient origins of art and archaeology with a focus on the Malian culture. For this art origins lesson, students read background information for the topic and compare ancient and contemporary...
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New Perspectives on Ancient Ireland

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students conduct Internet research on the history of ancient Ireland. They create a rubric for evaluating information sources. Students synthesize information from varied sources to create a research-based presentation. They explore...
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Ancient Creatures Word Scramble

For Teachers 3rd
In this science worksheet, 3rd graders will focus on the names of various ancient creatures. Students will unscramble the names of ten animals or dinosaur names and write the names in the spaces provided below each picture.
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What a Wonder-Full World

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students investigate the historical and cultural significance of various 'wonders of the world,' both of ancient and modern times, and develop travel posters and guides exploring them.
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Mesopotamia

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students map Mesopotamia. In this Geography lesson, students are introduced to Ancient Mesopotamia. Students use an atlas to label the defining features and areas of Mesopotamia on a map.
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The Roman Empire: in the First Century. For Educators | PBS

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore about the daily life of ancient Romans. They gain a better knowledge of the significant achievements and contributions made by the Romans. The Roman Empire in the First Century provides a detailed look at the emperors...
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Learning From the Past

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Coming up on the Olympics? Be sure your middle schoolers understand the dynamic and ancient history of this global tradition. They begin by recalling traditions parents have passed down, considering their relevance and ways they might be...
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Citizenship Then and Now: Comparing Ancient Rome and Contemporary American Society

For Teachers 6th Standards
Class members research citizenship in Ancient Rome and in the United States and use the provided graphic organizers to compare the rights and responsibilities of citizens in these two democracies.
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Egypt

For Teachers 4th - 8th Standards
From pharaohs and pyramids to the mummification process, this packet is a fantastic resource for studying ancient Egypt! Worksheets not only review key terms and practices that are foundational to ancient Egyptian culture, such as...
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Ancient World Writing System

For Teachers 5th - 6th Standards
Most twenty-first century pupils don't know how to interpret cuneiform. Examining images of cuneiform and papyrus writing and using a chart and Venn diagram, young historians extrapolate what life may have been like for people who lived...
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"Art History Kites"

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Here is a great art activity that can be connected to several different subjects. Kids get creative as they create kites that are inspired by a famous artist or period in art history. They begin the process by choosing their inspiration,...
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Ancient Asian Architecture

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students build a replica of the home they drew. They construct it with Crayola Model Magic or recycled boxes. Students compare and contrast traditional Chinese architecture with other ancient buildings in Asian countries such as Tibet,...
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Ancient Mediterranean Lands: Rome

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders research ancient Roman civilizations, trade routes, aqueducts, and agriculture. In this Ancient Rome lesson, 7th graders view a picture of the Roman Aqueduct Pont du Gard and discuss its use in ancient Rome. Students read...
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Studies of the Ancient World

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders, after taking a pretest, write a paragraph describing the difference between Athens and Sparta and write an article about the ancient Phoenicians, describing their contributions to world history. They compare democracy in...
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Newscast From An Ancient City

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders produce a newscast from an Ancient Roman city. For this journalism and history lesson, 7th graders work in groups to dramatize a historical event from the Roman Empire. students sequence the events, role-play, and create...
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Ancient History

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners explore early civilizations. In this ancient history lesson, students research Neanderthal and Egyptian civilizations for information regarding how the civilizations flourished. Learners also watch Discovery video segments to...
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Deep Roots of Ancient Greece

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars investigate Greek contributions to modern America. In this ancient Greek influence lesson, students watch videos, listen to lectures, and conduct research regarding ancient Greek ideals in order to analyze and trace Greek...
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Solving Mummy Mystery Helps History Come Alive

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students uncover more mysteries of Ancient life. They see how artifacts can reveal much about a complex culture's history and beliefs. They study the long line of ancient Egypt's pharaohs.
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Vocabulary of Ancient Rome Grades 9-12)

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students define ancient Roman vocabulary using the dictionary writing sentences.
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Ancient Cultures News Broadcast

For Teachers 7th - 11th Standards
How does geography influence daily life? Guided by an essential question, class groups select and then research an ancient culture, and develop a news broadcast about the geographical setting and its impact on the culture. Teams select...
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Aqueduct Architecture: Moving Water to the Masses in Ancient Rome

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders compare ancient and modern technology in water transporting. In this instructional activity on the evolution of the aqueduct, 9th graders build a working aqueduct model and examine its components. They explain the...
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Papier-mache Greek Vessels

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders create three-dimensional black and red figured Greek Vessels out of papier-mache, while researching and discussing Greek history, and myths of powerful gods and goddesses.
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Roman Britain

For Teachers 5th
In this world history worksheet, 5th graders complete a paragraph about how the Romans ruled Britain for many years. They complete phrases about how the invaded and conquered the country. They read about Roman Gods which include Juno,...
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Ancient Egyptian Culture

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders participate in a Webquest on Ancient Egypt. They identify clothing and jewelry, list the steps of mummification, decipher hieroglyphics, and complete a Travel Log.

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