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The Assyrian Empire
History can be dramatic and so very interesting. Use this presentation to point out key elements and major events that led to the rise and fall of the Assyrian Empire.
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Exploring Four Empires of Mesopotamia
Discover what life was like under each of the four main empires that ruled ancient Mesopotamia. Kids can read along or take notes on the Akkadian, Babylonian, Assyrian, and Neo-Babylonian empires. Notes include dates, key rulers,...
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The Ancient Middle East
Immerse your class in the ancient cultures of the world with this presentation, which travels through the Hittite Empire, the Assyrian Empire, Babylonia, and several more. Enjoy the pictures depicting the ancient worlds and the maps that...
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Warfare and Empire
Students discuss how changing the environment can cause conflict between two groups. In groups, they brainstorm other ways to deal with this issue without using warfare. They use the internet to research the differences in today's army...
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Mesopotamia
Here is resource that offers a great, organized approach to your unit on Mesopotamia and early civilizations! As learners study the topics in the unit, such as the Fertile Crescent, ancient Sumeria, the Assyrian and Persian Empires, and...
Time Warp Trio
The Seven Blunders of the World
Learners explore the cultures and civilizations of Mesopotamia. They take a look at the factors that shaped the region, and study the history of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and other ancient wonders of the world. The class is divided...
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Civilization in Ancient Mesopotamia
In this ancient Mesopotamia activity, middle schoolers respond to 29 short answer and fill in the blank questions about the ancient civilization.
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Aqueduct Architecture: Moving Water to the Masses in Ancient Rome
Ninth graders compare ancient and modern technology in water transporting. In this lesson plan on the evolution of the aqueduct, 9th graders build a working aqueduct model and examine its components. They explain the importance and use...
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Claims of Ownership in Israel/Palestine
In this Israeli/Palestinian conflict worksheet, students complete a timeline that features claims of land ownership in Israel.
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Alexander the Great
In this Alexander the Great activity, students answer multiple choice questions about Alexander the Great and the time he lived. Students answer 12 questions total.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The Rise and Fall of the Assyrian Empire
Marian H Feldman details the rise and fall of the Assyrian Empire.
Other
All Empires: Assyria
A wonderful article giving a history of the Assyrian Empire can be found here. Read about the beginnings of the empire, the many rulers and their contributions, their many military conquests, warfare, and the decline of the empire.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Ancient Mesopotamia: Assyrian Empire for Kids
Kids learn about the history of the Assyrian Empire on this site. A warrior people who ruled much of Mesopotamia and the Middle East.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Assyrians
Ancient Assyrians were inhabitants of one the world's earliest civilizations, Mesopotamia, which began to emerge around 3500 B . C . The Assyrians invented the world's first written language and the 360-degree circle, established...
Other
Moeller Haus: The Interaction of Assyrian Kings With Israel and Judah
The author takes verses from the Bible and uses them to describe Assyrian interaction with Judah and Israel in and around 730 BC.
Other
Old Testament History: Assyrian Dominance
This is a history of the Isrealites, but it is about "Assyrian dominance." It goes through each Isrealite king and describes his interactions with the Assyrians. It explains how the Assyrians gained control and dealt with rebellions....
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: List of Assyrian Kings
Wikipedia encyclopedia entry listing the kings of the Assyrian Empire, with links to more information about each.
Other
Aina: A Brief History of Assyrians
Shows the extent of the Assyrian Empires from 1800 BC to 627 BC. Includes maps.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Adad Nirari I
Informative reference on ancient Assyrian king, Adad Nirari I, who is responsible for expanding the Assyrian Empire between 1307-1275 BCE. Site includes quick view timeline, photos and bibliography.
Other
Bet Nahrain: Assyrian Art and Artist
This site from Bet - Nahrain contains a good sized article entitled, "Assyrian Art and Artist." Interesting and somewhat in-depth, this article is worth checking out on the subject.
Archaeological Institute of America
Archaeology: The Modern Sack of Nineveh
An article about stolen Assyrian artifacts. It has many links to photos of Assyrian art and architecture, along with detailed images and illustrations.
Other
Norwegian University of Science and Technology: Lost Forever
A slideshow accompanied by a description of archaeological discoveries from the ancient Assyrian cities of Nineveh and Nimrud in Iraq, both of which were severely damaged by the Islamic State in March 2015. The slideshow includes images...
University of Chicago
University of Chicago: Assyria
Resource provides a collection of art from Assyria with links to see examples and descriptions of ancient Assyrian art.