The Byzantine Empire Resource Bundle

Embark on an enriching journey through the Byzantine Empire with our exclusive bundle of 13 dynamic activities tailored for history teachers and their classes! Immerse your students in the captivating world of Byzantine civilization through a series of engaging projects designed to make history come alive. From art projects that mirror the stunning mosaics of Hagia Sophia to literature analyses exploring the works of Procopius, our Byzantine Empire bundle offers a comprehensive and hands-on approach to learning. Foster creativity and critical thinking as students delve into the intricate tapestry of historical events, societal changes, and artistic innovations that defined this pivotal period. With project-based learning at its core, this bundle not only imparts knowledge but also instills a deep understanding of the Byzantine Empire. Elevate your history lessons and empower your students to explore, create, and appreciate the rich tapestry of our shared past.

Activities Include:

1. Causes for the Fall of Rome Primary Source Investigation
2. The Byzantine Empire Interactive Timeline Activity
3. Constantinople: Crossroads to the World Reading Comprehension Worksheet
4. Constantinople Reading, Primary Source Analysis, and Brochure Activity
5. Constantinople's Middle Way Reading Comprehension and Newspaper Article Activity
6. Hagia Sophia Primary Source and HIPPO Graphic Organizer
7. Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy Venn diagram
8. Byzantine Mosaics Reading, Primary Sources, and Recreation Activity
9. Emperor Justinian - A Web Quest
10. The Justinian Code Law Excerpts and Scenarios
11. The Justinian Code Quote Analysis Worksheets
12. Empress Theodora Primary Source Analysis and Research Questions
13. The Nike Rebellion Primary Sources and Essay Prompt.

Together these assignments make up a great unit on the Byzantine Empire that can take between 15 and 25 classes to complete.