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Ancient history internet activity activboard activities
The Characteristics of Civilization
The Traits/Characteristics of CivilizationThe main goal of this lesson is to have students describe and apply the various traits of civilizationYou get a 15 Slide PowerPoint with:Do NowClass Notes, Graphics, and Charts2 Video Links2 Assessment QuestionsActivity InstructionsConclusion QuestionFor the Activities there are 4 different options based around 2 different resourcesResource 1: 625-word reading on the Characteristics of Civilization Resource 2: 170-word chart on the Characteristics of Civ
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6th - 11th
Also included in:Â Prehistoric Times - Unit Bundle
Ancient Classical Greek Philosophies and Philosophers Pear Deck Google Slides
Engage your students in learning about philosophy and ancient Greek philosophers such as Aristotle, Plato, and Socrates with these interactive Pear Deck slides! This lesson features engaging multimedia resources, including YouTube and EdPuzzle videos, to teach students the meaning of philosophy and the impact of these great thinkers on Western thought.In addition to learning about the history of philosophy, students will also analyze quotes from these philosophers and evaluate their validity. Th
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Greece BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Stone Age Paleolithic Era and Neolithic Era Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Dive into the fascinating world of the Stone Age with these interactive Pear Deck slides! Explore the evolution of human civilization through topics such as hunter-gatherer societies, early human migration, technological advancements, and the transition to agriculture. Delve into the lifestyles, tools, and innovations that defined the Paleolithic and Neolithic eras. Engage students in active learning as they participate in discussions, analyze primary sources, and explore the significance of ar
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Early Humans Stone Age BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Religion of Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Students will explore the importance of religion in ancient Mesopotamia through interactive Pear Deck slides. This lesson incorporates the ELA skill of RACE, breaking down the skill to help students evaluate why the Mesopotamians/Sumerians used gods based on nature. Students will also practice essential skills such as finding and citing text evidence, composing a written response, and reading comprehension. This is a versatile lesson suitable for standardized test prep, sub plans, practicing DBQ
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Cave Art of the Stone Age Google Slides Pear Deck
Engage your students with a journey into the past and analyze the historical significance of cave art with these interactive Pear Deck slides! Your students will watch a brief National Geographic video about cave art and take a virtual tour. They will also have the opportunity to draw their own cave art and describe the differences between the Paleolithic and Neolithic Eras. This lesson includes constructive writing tasks with analysis questions about different types of cave art.By analyzing sou
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Early Humans Stone Age BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Ancient Egypt | History Virtual Field Trip | Fourth Grade | Google Slides
This Ancient Egypt adventure does more than just a worksheet, incorporating elements of reading comprehension, history, and geography with interactive elements. These 35 Google Slides™ take learners on an adventure of exploration in Ancient Egypt with Aly. They'll learn about the pyramids, hieroglyphics, and the importance of the river Nile.IF YOU ENJOY THIS PRODUCT, TAKE A LOOK AT THE REST OF THE SERIES HEREIncluded within this download:35 Page Google Slide Activity➯ Follow me to be the first t
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2nd - 5th
Introduction to Rome Rise of the Roman Republic Pear Deck Google Slides
Introduce the Roman Republic to your students with this engaging Pear Deck, perfect for both instructor-paced and student-paced modes. Explore the legend of Romulus and Remus, learn about the fall of the Etruscans, and how it led to the creation of a democratic government. This lesson also includes a BrainPOP video about the Roman Republic (BrainPOP sign-on required!). Mixed-level questions are included to guide instruction and help students practice important ELA skills such as finding and citi
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Roman Republic Roman Empire Interactive Activities and Lessons
Achievements of Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Students will explore the achievements of Mesopotamia and the importance of these achievements to the civilization, using the ELA skill of RACE and primary source analysis. Through interactive Pear Deck slides, students will practice essential skills such as finding and citing text evidence, composing a written response, and reading comprehension skills. They will also analyze an excerpt from the Epic of Gilgamesh. This lesson is ideal for standardized test prep, a sub plan, practicing DBQ skill
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Otzi Investigation - Death Theories Google Slides Pear Deck
Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your students about the theories behind Otzi the Iceman's death? These short and interactive Pear Deck slides are perfect for incorporating into a center, flipped classroom assignment, or as a whole group discussion - the possibilities are endless! With this lesson, students will learn the skills necessary for analyzing sources, which is an essential skill for DBQs. Additionally, they will practice important ELA skills such as finding and citing eviden
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6th - 8th
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Ancient Chinese Philosophies Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Introduce your students to the fascinating world of ancient Chinese philosophies! This activity covers three significant ancient Chinese philosophies, Taoism/Daoism, Legalism, and Confucianism, and includes writing tasks where students will relate these philosophies to modern-day scenarios. Not only will your students learn about these philosophies, but they will also practice important ELA skills, such as identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary, composing clear written responses, an
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Ancient Egypt Social Studies Interactive ELA Skills Pear Decks Google Slides
Engage your students in the wonders of ancient Egypt with interactive Pear Deck slides that help them practice ELA and Social Studies skills! These lessons cover all the major aspects of ancient Egypt and encourage students to cite and highlight text evidence, use RACE to construct written responses, and use sequencing to summarize texts. In addition, they will learn important Social Studies skills such as mapping and timeline skills. Use this bundle to introduce the topic, as a formative or sum
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6th - 8th
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Geography of Ancient Egypt Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
With this interactive Pear Deck lesson, students will explore the geography of Ancient Egypt and develop their Social Studies and ELA skills! Through various interactive activities, students can practice map analysis, cause and effect, and constructing a brief response citing text evidence. The final slide even allows students to "sail" down the Nile River! This versatile lesson is perfect for standardized test prep, sub plans, whole group instruction, or student-paced mode. The options for impl
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Religion of Ancient Egypt Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Engage your students in learning about the polytheistic religion of ancient Egypt with interactive Pear Deck activities. This lesson includes sequencing the steps of mummification and a brief written response using RACE to determine why Egyptians had gods based on nature. Through these tasks, students will practice finding and cite text evidence to form written responses, all while deepening their understanding of ancient Egyptian religion.This lesson is perfect for teachers looking for engaging
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Mesopotamia Social Studies ELA Skills Pear Decks Google Slides BUNDLE
Discover the fascinating world of ancient Mesopotamia through interactive Pear Deck slides! This engaging lesson offers a variety of activities that promote ELA skills like citing and highlighting text evidence, constructing written responses using RACE, sequencing information, and more. Social Studies skills such as mapping and timeline analysis will also be practiced.These versatile Pear Deck slides can be used in various settings, whether it's a whole group instruction, small group collaborat
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6th - 8th
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Ancient Greece Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Dive deep into Ancient Greek civilization as your students embark on a journey through Greece's government, religion, geography, and cultural achievements. From the birth of democracy in Athens to the legendary feats of Greek heroes and gods, this presentation covers it all, fostering a deep understanding of this influential period in history. With interactive features such as embedded questions, draggable activities, and collaborative discussions, this Pear Deck presentation keeps students acti
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Greece BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Social Classes of Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Students will explore the social structure of ancient Mesopotamia, including the roles of women and slaves, through interactive Pear Deck activities. They will analyze text to construct a social pyramid based on the different classes and use RACE to write a response supported by text evidence. This lesson is perfect for developing important ELA skills such as writing and citing text evidence, as well as Social Studies skills such as understanding social hierarchies. This lesson can be used for s
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Ancient Roman Technology and Architecture Pear Deck Google Slides
Immerse your students in the world of the Roman Republic and Empire by exploring their impressive technology and architecture in a captivating and interactive way! This Pear Deck provides an opportunity for students to make modern-world connections and understand the relevance and significance of these ancient structures. With mixed-level questions to guide instruction, students will hone their ELA skills, such as finding and citing text evidence, identifying and applying domain-specific vocabul
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Roman Republic Roman Empire Interactive Activities and Lessons
Social Classes of Ancient Egypt Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Engage your students in analyzing the roles of social classes in ancient Egypt with this interactive Pear Deck activity. This lesson is designed to help students practice important ELA skills like citing and highlighting text evidence, comparing/contrasting, and constructing written responses using text evidence. Students will ultimately construct the social pyramid of ancient Egypt using what they have learned. This lesson is perfect for standardized test preparation, sub plans, DBQ skills prac
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Achievements of Ancient Egypt Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
In this interactive Pear Deck lesson, students will explore the remarkable achievements of ancient Egypt, such as the pyramids and hieroglyphics, while practicing essential ELA skills. They'll learn how to find and cite text evidence, use the RACE method for constructive responses, and improve their reading comprehension. As a fun activity, students will even get to write their names in hieroglyphics! This lesson is perfect for standardized test preparation, sub plans, whole group instruction, o
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Cuneiform in Ancient Mesopotamia Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Take your students on a journey to being a Mesopotamian scribe through the history of cuneiform and writing! With these interactive slides, students will embark on a journey back in time to learn about the origins of cuneiform, its significance in Mesopotamian society, and how it shaped the development of human communication.But what sets this resource apart is its interactivity! Through Pear Deck integration, students will actively participate in the learning process. They'll be able to see rea
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Shang and Zhou Dynasties Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck - Ancient China
Engage your students with an interactive lesson on the Shang and Zhou Dynasties' lasting legacies! This Pear Deck lesson is designed to help students practice essential ELA and Document-Based Question (DBQ) skills like finding and citing text evidence, identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary, composing clear written responses, and comparing and contrasting. With mixed-level questions to guide instruction, students will gain a deeper understanding of these important periods in Chinese
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Mesopotamia The First Civilization Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Immerse your students in the world of ancient Mesopotamia with these engaging and informative Pear Deck slides! They will gain a comprehensive overview of the geography, empires, religion, and various achievements of this historic civilization. This lesson incorporates mixed-level questions to guide instruction and helps students practice important ELA skills such as identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary and composing clear written responses.These slides are versatile and can be us
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Mesopotamia BUNDLE Pear Decks, Mini DBQs, and more!
Economy of Ancient Egypt Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
In this interactive lesson on Pear Deck, students will learn about the significance of trade in ancient Egypt's economy. The lesson incorporates key ELA skills such as comparing and contrasting, basic reading comprehension, finding and citing text evidence, and using RACE to respond to a question. This lesson is an excellent resource for standardized test preparation, sub plans, whole group instruction, or student-paced learning. The implementation options for this lesson are endless, making it
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
Han Dynasty of Ancient China Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Engage your students in an interactive and engaging lesson on the lasting legacies of the ancient Han Chinese Dynasty using Pear Deck! This lesson will help students practice essential ELA skills such as finding text evidence, using RACE for constructive responses, and reading comprehension. The Pear Deck interactive slides are perfect for whole-group instruction or self-paced learning.Mixed-level questions are included to guide instruction and help students deepen their understanding. They will
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient China BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
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If you’re an educator or parent looking for printable or digital resources to help your student learn about ancient history, TPT has got you covered. We’ve got a comprehensive collection of ancient history resources available, including activities and lessons on ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, ancient Rome, ancient China, and ancient Mesopotamia, to name just a few. With plenty of TPT high-quality resources at your fingertips, you’ll be able to teach ancient history to your students with ease.
Ancient history activities to try
Here are a few examples of the different types of activities and lessons you can find on TPT to help teach students about ancient history:
Map Making
With map-making activities you can not only teach students about ancient civilizations, but also incorporate geography into your lessons. As they label and color maps, students can learn about important places in ancient civilizations, chart trade routes, and learn how empires expanded (and fell) over time.
Primary Source Analysis
One of the best ways to learn about ancient civilizations is through the artifacts and writings of people from that particular period of time. Encourage students to analyze primary sources to gain a deeper understanding about bygone eras of history. For instance, you can have students read accounts of the destruction of Pompeii and discuss it as a class.
Centers & Stations
Through the use of centers, students can collaborate and discuss topics and content they examine for each era in history. For example, you can have students navigate through four or five different centers or stations to help them learn about different aspects of Ancient Chinese culture, like literature, geography, government, and major historical events or achievements.
By making ancient history come to life through a variety of interactive and immersive activities, teachers can help students develop a deeper appreciation for the subject.
Frequently asked questions for teaching about ancient history
What is ancient history?
Ancient history refers to the period of human history that takes place from the invention of writing to late antiquity (spanning from about 3000 BC to AD 650). This era includes the study of various ancient civilizations, such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, China, India, and others. Ancient history plays a critical role in helping us understand the origins and development of human civilizations and the influence it had on contemporary cultures and societies.
What are examples of ancient history?
The Persian Wars, the rise of the Tang Dynasty, the campaigns of Alexander the Great, and the decline and fall of the Roman empire are all examples of important milestones and events that you can teach about in ancient history.
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