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Two Faces Of Greece: Athens And Sparta

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students investigate the civilizations of Ancient Greece while focusing upon the city-states of Greece and Sparta. They conduct research using a variety of resources. The information is used to create the context for a variety of...
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Jigsaw Ancient Technology And Writing Systems

For Teachers 5th - 10th
Students participate in jigsaw learning activity in order to cover a large amount of information about the technological advances and writing systems of ancient civilizations. Working in small groups, they research an assigned topic to...
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Rome and Greece

For Students 6th - 8th
In this social studies instructional activity, middle schoolers find the words that are related to the civilizations of Greece and Rome. The answers are found at the bottom of the page.
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The History of Ancient Egypt Timeline

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this social studies worksheet, pupils create a timeline of the ancient civilization of Egypt. They use the example in the graphic organizer for the rest of the activity.
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Mayans Did You Know Fact Cards

For Students 4th - 5th
For this social studies worksheet, students record information about the Mayan civilization on two recording cards. They see a clip art pictures of the Mayan ruins, and the words, "Did you know..." on the page.
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Relative Dating in Archaeology

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students create a timeline that explains how ancient cultures used artifacts. In this Relative Dating in Archaeology lesson, students examine artifacts and draw conclusions about their origins. Then students analyze antiquated objects or...
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Discovering Math: Concepts in Algebra

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students learn that speed is a function of time and distance, a quadratic equation can be used to figure out the path of fireworks, a photographer can use Algebra to figure out how many rolls he can afford if he needs twice as much of...
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A Study of Mexico

For Teachers 1st
Students discover the modern civilization and culture of Mexico. In this 2-3 week unit of study on Mexico, students explore the geography of Mexico, its Indian and Spanish heritage, Mexican food and traditions, and receive an...
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Ancient Wonders of the World

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students explore the 7 Ancient Wonders of the World. In this ancient civilizations lesson, students use interactive whiteboards to complete activities based on the 7 wonders.
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Mosaic Pavement Panel

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students analyze Mosaic art and identify the tessellation process. In this Mosaic art lesson, students read information about Mosaic art and the tessellation process. Students compare mosaics from various civilizations and construct...
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Infusing Equity by Gender Into the Classroom

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the gender equality of past civilizations. In this interdisciplinary lesson plan, students use history books to determine which of the ancient Greek City States was the most equitable concerning gender. Students will...
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An American Legacy-Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery Study

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders travel with the Corps of Discovery. In this ancient civilizations lesson, 5th graders research print and Internet sources about the Lewis and Clark expedition. Students prepare PowerPoint presentations to share their...
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The Inca: A Lost Society

For Students 6th - 7th
In this ESL social studies worksheet, students collaborate with classmates to discuss and complete 5 pages of activities pertaining to the ancient civilization of the Incas.
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Women in Ancient Greece

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners interpret the myth of Arachne and its depiction of women's activities and valued traits.
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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 Egyptian History/African Literature Activity

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars gain a conversant knowledge of some aspect of ancient African literature of the eighteenth dynasty (1572-1315 B.C.) in Egypt. They choose either to make a crossword puzzle or a word search with at least 20 key words from...
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MAKE YOUR OWN BOOK OF THE DEAD

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students study the Book of the Dead and its importance to Ancient Egyptian culture, identify with ancient Egyptians through reading about their culture and religion, and use scroll-shaped paper and colored pencils to create their own...
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A Glimpse into the Past of Ancient Egyptian Culture

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore ancient Egyptian culture, and relate the lives of ancient Egyptians to their own.
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Technology and Medicine

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students watch a video and continue with research of Ancient Rome and the quest for knowledge. They form expert groups to study one aspect of life in Ancient Rome and share with the rest of the class.
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Exploring Egyptian Culture and Pyramids

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students access a variety of Egyptian Culture and pyramid related resources on the Internet. They explore various websites, read articles, create an Egyptian art figure, construct a model of a pyramid, and describe the mummification...
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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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Mythological Soaps

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students examine the gods and goddesses of Greek and Roman mythology. In groups, they use this information to participate in skits as they role-play the gods and goddesses. To end the lesson, they draw their own caricature of their...
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Who is the Real Roman?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers describe what everyday life was like in ancient Rome and identify the various classes of people living in ancient Rome. They participate in a game called "The Real Roman," role-playing and trying to convince the class...
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Egyptian Masks

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate the different types of Egyptian art including relief sculpture, sculpture in the round, and Egyptian architecture. They view and discuss pictures of Egyptian sarcophagi and compare them with current day coffins...

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