Handout

Timelines

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What do BC and AD mean on a timeline? What is the difference between a decade and a century? Here is a nice handout that offers all the foundational knowledge your young historians will need on how to look at historical timelines.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Assign an assessment project where class members can research the history of their favorite commercial product or historical figure, and then create an accurate, illustrated timeline about their research
Pros
  • Includes sample timeline of all the major Chinese dynasties, from the Huangdi dynasty and up to the People's Republic of China
  • Also includes a list of other great general world history activities, such as researching the Seven Wonders of the World and drawing connections to symbols of ancient culture
Cons
  • None