$5 - $10 7th Grade Ancient History Resources

Do you want to integrate writing skills in your Ancient World History class? This writing activity bundle offers three different activities to include in your classroom!

This bundle includes:

• Writing Prehistory Fairytales - using prehistory vocabulary to create prehistorical fairytales.
• Ancient Mesopotamian: Writing Myths Activity - writing myths based on prompts regarding nature and natural phenomena
• Writing Ancient Greek Myths - writing myths based on explanatory, entertainment, or morality myth storyboard structure.

Let Your Students Experience Traveling the Ancient Silk Road & Learn About The New Current Silk Road.

Trading Along The Silk Road focuses on the geographical theme of "movement" of goods, people, ideas, and technology. Students will work in cooperative groups and will travel the Silk Road. This lesson allows them to travel through ten different countries and learn about the (1) trading routes (2) government (3) religion (4) available and needed resources, and other experiences of those who traveled the "Royal Road". The lesson begins with an introductory activity Exchange/Trade Introduction Activity along with watching a suggested video (video not required for the introduction).

The Group will move to the reading activity that discusses the ancient Silk Road in comparison to the new Silk Road of 2013/15.

Group will, then, travel from one "Journey Station" to the next, in all visiting 10 different countries and cultures along the ancient Silk Road. Engage students in experiences of the ancient foreign trade market as well as the current Silk Road market.

To wrap up the lesson, students will complete Exit Cars and the instructor will encourage a class discussion.

With this lesson, you will receive 26 pages of instruction along with highly-detailed instruction including Materials, Introduction, Procedure, Closure, Helpful Links, and more!

INCLUDES:

Exchange/Trade Introduction Activity

Suggested Videos

Guided Question Activity

Detailed Teacher Instruction

10 Journey Cards (Countries to Visit)

Silk Road Map

Journey Activity Cards (Packet)

Exit Cards (2 Stars and 1 Wish Activity)

MATERIALS

Student passes, snacks or other items students may want for exchange activity.

Audio & Video for students to view Ted Talk: The Silk Road: Connecting the Ancient World Through Trade - Shannon Harris Castelo, whether on the large screen or individually in groups on computers or iPads.

Student Reading Activity: The New Silk Road of the 21st Century. (Attached)

Highlighter & Notecards for each group to use during the reading activity.

Journey-Stop Station Cards: For the preparation of the lesson, cut and fold cards in half along the dotted line and tape themalong the wall throughout the classroom to create 10 separate stations, making sure they are numerical. (Journey Stop Cards Included)

Journey-Stop Activity Cards: One packet for each group and printed front and back to save paper. (Journey Cards Included)

Exit Cards: For students to communicate comprehension of knowledge gained from the lesson.

OBJECTIVES:

·Revisit the geographical theme: movement (people, goods, and ideas)

·Locate key cities along the Silk Road trading routes.

·Identify the influence of technological innovation and various empires during the time
of the Silk Road trading routes.

·Identify the lasting impact of the Silk Road civilizations today in the modern world.

·Understand artistic expressions of different communities, as well as movement of
goods, people, and ideas. (i.e. Ideas religion, government, technology, etc.)

·Students will begin with an introduction to the meaning of foreign exchange and a review of civilizations and will comprehend the concept.

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Embark on a comprehensive exploration of one of history's most influential civilizations with our Mesopotamia Bundle. This set includes three detailed worksheets covering key aspects of Mesopotamian history, geography, and cultural contributions. Perfect for middle and high school students, this bundle provides a complete understanding of the early developments in Mesopotamia.

Bundle Includes:

• Worksheet 2.1: Introduction to River Valley Civilizations
  Provides a foundational overview of river valley civilizations, with a focus on the significance of these early societies in human history. Engaging reading passages, bolded key terms, diverse comprehension questions, and visual aids are included to facilitate learning.

• Worksheet 2.2: Mesopotamia: Geography and Early Settlements
  Delves into the geographical features that shaped Mesopotamia and the development of its early settlements. Detailed passages, key terms, varied questions, and relevant images help students grasp the importance of geography in the rise of this civilization.

• Worksheet 2.3: Mesopotamia: Sumerians and Their Contributions
  Explores the rich history and lasting contributions of the Sumerians, one of Mesopotamia's most significant cultures. This worksheet features comprehensive reading passages, highlighted vocabulary, a variety of comprehension questions, and supporting visuals to bring the Sumerians' legacy to life.

• Worksheet 2.4: Mesopotamia: Babylon and Hammurabi

Explore the rise of Babylon and the significance of the Code of Hammurabi with our detailed "Mesopotamia: Babylon and the Code of Hammurabi" worksheet. Designed for middle and high school students, this resource provides an in-depth look at one of history's earliest and most influential legal codes, along with the civilization that produced it.

Product Features:

• Engaging and Comprehensive Content: Each worksheet offers full-page, content-rich reading passages that are divided into clear, subtitle-organized paragraphs for easy comprehension.
• Highlighted Key Terms: Essential vocabulary terms are bolded throughout the text, with definitions provided at the end for better understanding and retention.
• Diverse Comprehension Questions: A mix of multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short answer questions cater to different learning styles and ensure thorough assessment.
• Visual Aids: Each worksheet includes 2-3 relevant images that illustrate key aspects of Mesopotamian history, geography, and culture, aiding visual learners and enhancing engagement.
• Lesson Objectives: Clear learning objectives are outlined at the beginning of each worksheet, guiding students through the material and helping them achieve specific educational goals.
• Warm-Up Questions: Engaging questions at the start of each worksheet activate prior knowledge and set the stage for deeper learning.

Ideal For:

• Comprehensive study of Mesopotamian history and culture
• Classroom resources and homework assignments
• Homeschooling curriculum enrichment
• Test preparation and review

This Ancient Egypt Landmarks Resource includes historical terms, a timeline, information about significant landmarks, maps, and pages for categorizing, labeling, identifying and evaluating. An additional page offers questions for students to consider as well as project ideas.

Fifteen separate landmarks are described with engaging photographs included. Students are able to complete as written worksheets or digitally via Easel.

This is a great way for students learn about Ancient Egypt and the geography of Egypt.

Refer to the "History of Ancient Egypt" two-page Guided Reading resource for more information about the key eras in ancient Egyptian history.

This bundle contains eight close reading activities about key events from the Middle Ages and influential people from the era; a timeline display or sorting activity; three biography writing units about Charlemagne, Joan of Arc and William the Conqueror; and an opinion writing unit discussing the most influential figure from the Middle Ages.

26 Lessons, or 26 hours of activities, with NO PREP needed!

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Firstly, there are eight reading comprehension activities, or informational texts, about:

• Charlemagne
• William the Conqueror
• King Richard I
• Robin Hood
• Genghis Khan
• Joan of Arc
• The Renaissance
• The War of the Roses

These activities require NO PREP and have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity, a crossword and a wordsearch for those fast finishers. Answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of each document.

Then, there are three biography writing units about Charlemagne, Joan of Arc and William the Conqueror. The units have been split into four separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each.

Also, there is an opinion writing unit about who was the most influential figure from the Middle Ages: Charlemagne, Joan of Arc or William the Conqueror. This unit has again been split into three or four separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each.

Finally, there is a Middle Ages Timeline Activity and Display. It is perfect for introducing students to the some of the key events and people of the period. There are 36 posters or task cards that include many of the key events from the end of the Western Roman Empire until the first voyages to the Americas.

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This is a scavenger hunt using task cards that analyzes ancient China's government and the role that geography played on it, the Qin & Han Dynasty's, as well as the advancements that China has in regard to science and technology which is studied in the 6th grade curriculum under the following standards:

• 6.5 As complex societies and civilizations change over time, their political and economic structures evolve. A golden age may be indicated when there is an extended period of time that is peaceful, prosperous, and demonstrates great cultural achievements.
• 6.5a Geographic factors influence the development of classical civilizations and their political structures.
• 6.5b Political structures were developed to establish order, to create and enforce laws, and to enable decision making.

This resource begins by challenging students with a mission, act as an emperor in ancient China by completing tasks to govern the country, maintain unity and defend from northern invaders such as the Mongols; failure will result in the downfall of China. Check out the preview to see what each task card entails. Students will need to walk around the room reading the task cards. Each task card has a code word on the bottom which is the answer to the question/fill in the blank. The answer will NOT be found on that same task card. For example, the answer to task card #1 is found by reading the passage on task card #6. Students MUST record which task card they found the answer on in their answer sheet under the “FOUND CARDS #” column. That column will be used at the end for the 4 digit lock code. They will follow the clues to find the correct 4 digit code. Once they have completed the scavenger hunt they will receive a half sheet of paper stating that they have successful governed China, maintained unity and defended any invasions!

This activity would be a great review before assessments, as a center activity, a group activity, etc. Students will be engaged with the learning while having a fun time trying to solve all of the clues!

Unveiling the Secrets of Ancient Egypt: A Comprehensive Reading Comprehension Bundle

Embark on a Journey Through Time! This comprehensive bundle offers a wealth of reading comprehension worksheets that delve into the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt. With 20 engaging articles, you'll provide your students with a deep dive into various aspects of this ancient civilization, from the lives of pharaohs to the mysteries of the pyramids.

Key Topics Covered:

• Historical Overview: Explore the major periods and events in Ancient Egyptian history.
• Key Figures: Learn about influential pharaohs, queens, and other historical figures.
• Cultural Insights: Discover the daily lives of Ancient Egyptians, their beliefs, and traditions.
• Scientific Achievements: Explore the medical knowledge, engineering feats, and astronomical discoveries of the ancient Egyptians.

Perfect for:

• World History or Social Studies Classes
• Cross-curricular Connections to Art, Literature, Science, and Geography
• Engaging Sub Plans or Independent Research Activities
• Fostering Curiosity and Critical Thinking

Features:

• 21 Engaging Articles: Covering a wide range of topics to cater to diverse interests.
• Multiple Choice, Matching, Fill-in-the-Blank, and Short Answer Questions: Promote comprehension and analysis.
• Primary Source Integration: Provide students with firsthand accounts of ancient Egyptian life.
• Answer Key: Ensure easy grading and assessment.

Aligned with Common Core Standards:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.5-8 (Reading Informationally)
• CCSS.SS.5-8 (Social Studies)

Ready to unlock your students' critical thinking potential? Explore my store for a treasure trove of reading comprehensions that tackle diverse themes and inspire insightful discussions. From historical mysteries to scientific explorations, there's something for every classroom!

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Looking for a no prep comprehension activity with Introductory Slide deck to engage middle school and high school grade history students. I know my students are very interested in the role of the Nile in Ancient Egypt life, then is a great edition to your for your program and ancient civilisations programs. Finish with mindfulness colouring in the finished map for any early finishers.

Resource included:

• 8 page slide deck introducing The Nile
• A4 printable Summary Sheet
• 7 comprehension questions and a reflection task
• Answer key
• Can extended with a colouring activity - 3 different B&W sheets included

Related learning resources:

Save with the massive bundle:

• Ancient Egypt No-Prep Curriculum Bundle, Guided Reading, Lesson Plans, slides

Or individual resources:

• Ancient Egypt - Gods of Ancient Egypt Worksheet
• Ancient Egypt - Mapping Ancient Egypt printable & Digital Worksheet
• Ancient Egypt - Social Structure printable-Digital slides, worksheet, retrieval
• Ancient Egypt - The Nile River, Slides, Comprehension Worksheet
• Ancient Egypt - Vocabulary Word Wall + Digital Frayer Model Template
• Ancient Egypt Engineering Activity: Build the Great Pyramid of Giza activities
• Ancient Egypt History - 22 Anchor Charts - from Geography to Burial Rituals
• Ancient Egypt History Card Sorting Activity - PDF and Digital
• Ancient Egypt Temples and Tombs ‚ Explore the Valley of the Kings, slide deck
• Ancient Egypt, Introduction to Ancient Egypt: Geography, Society, and Religion
• Ancient Egypt: Pharaohs, Scribes, and Viziers No-Prep worksheet activity
• Ancient Egypt: Rise and Reign of Egyptian Dynasties, No-Prep worksheet activity
• Ancient Egypt: The Nile River - Slide Deck & Worksheet Activity
• Ancient Egypt:Build Your Own Pharaoh Legacy: Interactive Activity worksheet Ancient Egypt‚ Trade and mapping the trade Routes activity worksheets & slides
• Ancient Egyptian Farming Techniques worksheet activities, slidesdeck
• Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and Counting worksheet activity and slide deck
• Ancient Egyptian Transportation: Boats and the Nile worksheet activity, slides
• Clothing and Jewellery in Ancient Egypt No Prep Lesson Plan activities, slides
• Housing in Ancient Egypt: Rich vs. Poor ‚Äì No Prep Lesson Plan activities, slides
• Mummification in Ancient Egypt: Preparing for the Afterlife activities, slides
• Papyrus: A Vital Plant in Ancient Egypt, worksheet activity and slide deck
• Personal Hygiene in Ancient Egypt ‚Äì No Prep Lesson Plan, activities, slides
• Powerful Women of Ancient Egypt: Nefertiti and Hatshepsut worksheet and slides
• Ramesses II: The Great Pharaoh ‚Äì No Prep Lesson on Ancient Egypt activities Religion in Ancient Egypt: Gods and Their Influence ‚Äì No Prep activities, slides
• The Book of the Dead: A Guide to the Afterlife in Ancient Egypt activity, slides
• The Diet of Ancient Egypt: Staple Foods and Social Class, activities, slides The Dream Stela and the Great Sphinx Activity worksheet and slide deck
• The Rosetta Stone: Unlocking Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs, activities, slides The Sacred Scarab Beetle in Ancient Egypt: Symbol of Rebirth, activities, slides
• The Social Pyramid of Ancient Egypt: Structure and Society, Worksheet, slides
• The Yearly Farming Cycle in Ancient Egypt worksheet activity and slide deck
• Tutankhamun: The Boy-King, No Prep Lesson on Ancient Egypt activities, slides
• Akhenaten: The Heretic Pharaoh Ancient Egypt activities and slide deck

Guided Reading learning resources

• Ancient Greece - Ancient Greece & Egypt Relations Guided Reading worksheet
• Ancient History -Ancient Egypt: The Three Kingdoms Guided Reading worksheet
• Ancient History -Ancient Egypt's Middle Kingdom Guided Reading Worksheet Ancient History -Ancient Egypt's New Kingdom Guided Reading worksheet digital
• Ancient History -Ancient Egypt's Old Kingdom Guided Reading worksheet digital
• Ancient Egypt Akhenaten period Guided Reading Worksheet, Slide
• Ancient Egypt Alexander the Great Guided Reading worksheet
• Ancient Egypt Art: Statues, Wall Paintings, and Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Astronomy, Calendar Guided Reading worksheet
• Ancient Egypt Cleopatra VII, The Last Pharaoh Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Concepts of Ma'at and the Pharaoh Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Daily Life in Ancient Egypt Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Education and the Role of Scribes Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Egypt under Roman Rule Guided Reading Worksheet
• Ancient Egypt First Intermediate Period Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Hatshepsut, The Female Pharaoh Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Hieroglyphics & Rosetta Stone Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Literature "The Tale of Sinuhe" Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Overview of Egyptian Chronology Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Ramesses II & Battle of Kadesh Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Social Hierarchy Guided Reading Worksheet, slide
• Ancient Egypt Temples: Karnak and Luxor Guided Reading, slides
• Ancient Egypt The Book of the Dead Guided Reading worksheet
• Ancient Egypt The Faiyum and Agricultural Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt The Great Pyramids of Giza Guided Reading, slide
• Ancient Egypt The Horse and Chariot in Warfare Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt The Hyksos: Origins and Influence Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt The Middle Kingdom Guided Reading worksheet
• Ancient Egypt The Nubian Pharaohs Guided Reading Worksheet
• Ancient Egypt The Rise of Thebes Guided Reading Worksheet
• Ancient Egypt The Step Pyramid of Djoser Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Tutankhamun Guided Reading Worksheet, slides
• Ancient Egypt Unification of Upper and Lower Guided Reading
• Ancient Egypt Valley of the Kings Guided Reading Worksheet
• Ancient Egypt Women in Ancient Egypt Guided Reading Worksheet
• Ancient Egyptian Geography The Nile River Guided Reading
• Ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses Guided Reading Worksheet
• Ancient Egyptian Medicine Guided Reading Worksheet, Slides

Australian Curriculum Links:

Physical features of ancient Egypt (such as the River Nile) and how they influenced the civilisation that developed there ACDSEH002

Standards Addressed:

CCSS:

• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.2: Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source.
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.9: Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.

TEKS:

• 6.2.B: Explain how the physical environment influenced the practices and products of ancient civilizations.
• 6.4.D: Identify the characteristics of early civilization, including cities, specialization of labor, government, record keeping, and the domestication of plants and animals.

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Do you need an engaging activity to support your unit on Ancient Greece? Do you want to motivate your students to learn about this civilization and its city-states? Then download this Bundle Ancient Greece Activities WebQuest with Athens and Sparta! Students will learn about the people, places, society, and mythology in one WebQuest. The other WebQuest focuses solely on the city-states of Athens and Sparta.

When you purchase this scavenger hunt resource, you'll receive the activity in both print and digital formats. The research questions provided allow for scaffolded instruction that can be completed individually, in pairs, or in small groups. You can even use this lesson as a fun team-building or gamified activity. Your students are guaranteed to learn more with this high-quality, no-prep resource!

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Gamify your vocabulary lessons with this massive Ancient Egypt Vocabulary Game Bundle!

This bundle includes BINGO, Matching Cards, Crossword Puzzles, and Word Searches using the same set of words to encourage recognition through repetition!

This bundle also includes the Ancient Egypt Vocabulary Presentation and Word Wall Slides to help introduce the vocabulary terms, as well as three scaffolded vocabulary sheets for students to keep track of the terms and definitions!

**Vocabulary included** amulet, ankh, book, of the dead, bureaucrat, Canopic jars, caravans, cartouche, cataract, delta, demotic, dynasty, embalming, hieroglyphics, ideogram, monotheistic, mummification, obelisk, papyrus, pharaoh, phonogram, pictograms, polytheistic, pyramid, sarcophagus, scarab, shadoof, theocracy, vizier

This engaging and **enjoyable **activity is designed to motivate students to **review the content **before an assessment on Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Through this Ancient Studies game, students will be prepared for the end of the unit. Or, choose to use this as an end-of-unit alternative assessment. Allow students to use their notes, andtextbooks or simply have them answer game questions to see what knowledge they have retained.

Students will be able to identify:

• Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt on a world map.
• Students will be able to identify the geographic locations of the Middle East and North Africa.
• Students will identify the Nile, Tigris, and Euphrates Rivers on a world map and explain why early civilizations developed in those areas.
• Students will compare and contrast human migration influenced by ancient river valleys.
• Students will examine Hammurabi’s code and its significance in the development of an organized government system.
• Students will put in correct sequential order the mummification process used in Ancient Egypt.
• Students will explore the details surrounding the murder of King Tut.

This resource includes both a PDF and a Word document (docx format) that can easily be modified for use in social studies, science, math, language arts, and various other subjects. You can save the game sheet in Word and reuse it throughout the year simply by changing the questions to match the specific content you are studying. Students will have fun while reviewing, keeping them engaged in the process.

While modifying this activity requires creating your own study questions, it can serve as a valuable resource for many years to come.

INCLUDES EDITABLE WORD VERSION

Not to be duplicated, shared, reproduced,** or sold in any form. This is a teacher-created produced under the copyright of Geography & Math Made Easy**

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Are you ready to review world history vocabulary and send your students on a top secret mission with an engaging, exciting, and strategic game that is sure to become a class favorite? Then, CODEWORD is right for you!

In this classroom take on the fast-paced, spy-themed party game game "Codenames," students compete on teams as spymasters and secret agents to uncover the correct vocabulary terms using only codewords!

This game covers topics in Prehistory, River Valley Civilizations, Classical Civilizations, World Religions, The Middle Ages, Chinese History, The Gunpowder Empires, The Renaissance and Reformation, The Age of Exploration, World Revolutions, Industrialization and Imperialism, World Wars, Cold War and Post-War Independence, and more!

All materials you need are included, ready to be printed and cut out for hours of fun gameplay!

Included in this product:

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• 340+ Vocabulary Cards

• 8 Blue Agent Cards • 10 3x3 Key Cards (5 labeled "Blue," 5 labeled "Red")

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• 1 Double Agent Card

• 7 Bystander Cards

• 1 Assassin Card

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This bundle contains eight close reading activities about key events from the Middle Ages and influential people from the era; a timeline display or sorting activity; three biography writing units about Charlemagne, Joan of Arc and William the Conqueror; and an opinion writing unit discussing the most influential figure from the Middle Ages.

26 Lessons, or 26 hours of activities, with NO PREP needed!

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Firstly, there are eight reading comprehension activities, or informational texts, about:

• Charlemagne
• William the Conqueror
• King Richard I
• Robin Hood
• Genghis Khan
• Joan of Arc
• The Renaissance
• The War of the Roses

These activities require NO PREP and have a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity, a crossword and a wordsearch for those fast finishers. Answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of each document.

Then, there are three biography writing units about Charlemagne, Joan of Arc and William the Conqueror. The units have been split into four separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each.

Also, there is an opinion writing unit about who was the most influential figure from the Middle Ages: Charlemagne, Joan of Arc or William the Conqueror. This unit has again been split into three or four separate lessons which will take students approximately 40-50 minutes each.

Finally, there is a Middle Ages Timeline Activity and Display. It is perfect for introducing students to the some of the key events and people of the period. There are 36 posters or task cards that include many of the key events from the end of the Western Roman Empire until the first voyages to the Americas.

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This is a scavenger hunt using task cards that is based on the Inca, Mayan & Aztec civilizations which is studied in the 5th grade curriculum under the following standards:

• 5.1 The first humans in the Western Hemisphere modified their physical environment as well as adapted to their environment. Their interactions with their environment led to various innovations and to the development of unique cultures.
• 5.1a Various forms of scientific evidence suggest that humans came to North America approximately 25,000 to 14,000 years ago and spread southward to South America.
• 5.1b Human populations that settled along rivers, in rainforests, along oceans, in deserts, on plains, in mountains, and in cold climates adapted to and made use of the resources and environment around them in developing distinct ways of life.
• 5.1c Early peoples living together in settlements developed shared cultures with customs, beliefs, values, and languages that give identity to the group. These early peoples also developed patterns of organization and governance to manage their societies.

This resource begins by challenging students with a mission, complete the tasks to solve the mystery word and four digit code to collect ancient treasures lost in these civilizations. Check out the preview to see what each task card entails. Students will need to walk around the room reading the task cards. Each task card has a code word on the bottom which is the answer to the question/fill in the blank. The answer will NOT be found on that same task card. For example, the answer to task card #1 is found by reading the passage on task card #8. Students MUST record which task card they found the answer on in their answer sheet under the “FOUND CARDS #” column. That column will be used at the end for the 4 digit lock code. They will follow the clues to find the correct 4 digit code. Once they have completed the scavenger hunt they will receive a half sheet of paper stating that they have found and collected the treasures!

This activity would be a great review before assessments, as a center activity, a group activity, etc. Students will be engaged with the learning while having a fun time trying to solve all of the clues!

Ancient Rome Reading Comprehension Bundle: Explore the Rise, Fall, and Legacy of Rome

Unlock the rich history of Ancient Rome with this comprehensive Ancient Rome Reading Comprehension Bundle. Perfect for middle and high school students, this bundle covers pivotal aspects of Roman history, from the rise of the Republic to the fall of the Empire, in engaging readings that promote deeper understanding and critical thinking. Each worksheet includes multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short-answer questions, with primary source analysis to reinforce learning. Whether used for classwork, homework, or sub plans, this bundle will captivate students while aligning with Common Core standards.

What's Included:

• 36 detailed reading comprehension worksheets
• Multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short-answer questions
• Primary source excerpts from ancient historians (Polybius, Livy, Cicero)
• Answer keys for each worksheet

Articles Included:

1. "The Rise of the Roman Empire: Key Factors & Historical Impact"
   Focus: Rome's transition from Republic to Empire, examining key figures like Julius Caesar and Augustus.
2. "Roman Emperors: Leadership Styles & Political Influence"
   Focus: The reigns of significant emperors and how their leadership shaped the empire.
3. "The Roman Senate: Power, Influence, and Decline"
   Focus: The Senate’s role in governance and its decline under the emperors.
4. "Life of a Roman Soldier: Training, Tactics, and Campaigns"
   Focus: Life in the Roman military, including tactics, daily life, and notable campaigns.
5. "The Fall of the Roman Empire: Causes & Consequences"
   Focus: Examines the political, economic, and military causes behind the fall of Rome.
6. "Daily Life in Ancient Rome: Society, Family, and Culture"
   Focus: Social hierarchy, family roles, and cultural norms in Roman daily life.
7. "Roman Religion and Mythology: Gods, Beliefs, and Rituals"
   Focus: The religious practices and beliefs central to Roman culture.
8. "Roman Engineering: Roads, Aqueducts, and Architecture"
   Focus: Roman engineering marvels such as aqueducts, roads, and monumental architecture.
9. "Roman Gladiators: The Brutal Spectacle of the Colosseum"
   Focus: The role and life of gladiators, including the cultural significance of the games.
10. "The Roman Economy: Trade, Currency, and Wealth Distribution"
    Focus: The economy of Ancient Rome, focusing on trade, wealth, and currency.
11. "Roman Law and Order: Legal Systems and Justice in Ancient Rome"
    Focus: The evolution of Roman law and its administration in the courts.
12. "Roman Education: Schools, Rhetoric, and Philosophy"
    Focus: Educational practices in Rome, especially the importance of rhetoric and philosophy.
13. "Slavery in Ancient Rome: Roles, Rights, and Rebellion"
    Focus: The roles and rights of slaves in Roman society, including rebellions like Spartacus’.
14. "The Roman Forum: Heart of Politics, Religion, and Commerce"
    Focus: The importance of the Roman Forum in politics, commerce, and religion.
15. "The Roman Empire and Christianity: From Persecution to Adoption"
    Focus: The relationship between Rome and Christianity, from persecution to Constantine's adoption of the faith.
16. "Roman Entertainment: Theaters, Chariot Races, and Public Baths"
    Focus: Popular Roman entertainment, including chariot races, theaters, and public baths.
17. "Women in Ancient Rome: Roles, Rights, and Influence"
    Focus: The legal and social roles of women in Rome, including their influence in family and politics.
18. "Roman Provinces: Governance, Trade, and Local Cultures"
    Focus: How Rome governed its provinces, integrated local cultures, and facilitated trade.
19. "The Punic Wars: Rome vs. Carthage for Mediterranean Dominance"
    Focus: A detailed look at the Punic Wars, including key battles and the role of Hannibal.
20. "Julius Caesar: Dictator for Life and the Fall of the Republic"
    Focus: Julius Caesar’s life, reforms, and assassination, and how they contributed to the fall of the Republic.
21. "The Roman Empire's Impact on Modern Governments and Law"
    Focus: How Roman legal and political systems influenced modern governments.
22. "The Pax Romana: Rome's Golden Age of Peace and Prosperity"
    Focus: The era of relative peace and stability under Augustus and its impact on Rome.
23. "The Role of the Roman Army in Empire Building and Control"
    Focus: The crucial role of the Roman army in expanding and maintaining the empire.
24. "Roman Roads and Infrastructure: Building an Empire"
    Focus: The importance of Roman roads and infrastructure in facilitating trade, communication, and governance.
25. "Cultural Legacy of Ancient Rome: Art, Literature, and Philosophy"
    Focus: Rome’s contributions to art, literature, and philosophy, and their lasting influence.
26. "Augustus: First Roman Emperor and the Pax Romana"
    Focus: Augustus' rise to power, his reforms, and the Pax Romana.
27. "Constantine the Great: Christian Conversion and the Edict of Milan"
    Focus: Constantine's role in spreading Christianity and the significance of the Edict of Milan.
28. "Nero: The Infamous Emperor and the Great Fire of Rome"
    Focus: Nero’s reign, the Great Fire of Rome, and his persecution of Christians.
29. "Marcus Aurelius: Philosopher Emperor and the Stoic Legacy"
    Focus: Marcus Aurelius’ reign and his Stoic philosophy, including his work Meditations.
30. "Hadrian: Builder of Hadrian's Wall and Protector of the Empire"
    Focus: Hadrian's reign, his focus on defense, and the construction of Hadrian's Wall.
31. "Cicero: Roman Orator, Philosopher, and Defender of the Republic"
    Focus: Cicero's political career, oratory, and influence on Roman law and the Republic.
32. "Timeline of Ancient Rome: From Kingdom to Empire to Fall"
    Focus: A comprehensive timeline of Rome’s history, from its founding to the fall of the Western Empire.
33. "The Roman Kingdom: Founding Myths and Early Kings"
    Focus: Rome’s early history, from its founding myth to the last Roman king.
34. "The Fall of Rome: Major Events Leading to the End of the Western Empire"
    Focus: Key events leading to the decline of the Western Roman Empire.
35. "Hannibal: The Carthaginian General Who Defied Rome"
    Focus: The life of Hannibal, his strategies during the Punic Wars, and his long-term impact on Rome.
36. "The Sacking of Rome: Barbarian Invasions and the Fall of an Empire"
    Focus: The sacks of Rome by the Visigoths, Vandals, and Ostrogoths, and their role in Rome’s fall.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze key events, figures, and themes in Roman history.
• Develop critical thinking skills through primary source analysis.
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of Roman society, culture, military, and political systems.

Recommended Common Core Standards:

• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.1
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.4
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.2

Perfect for world history and social studies classes, this bundle fits seamlessly into units on ancient civilizations or Roman history.

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Are you looking for an engaging and interactive activity to bring the wonders of the Roman Empire to life for your students? This no prep research of Roman Ruins is the perfect resource to ignite curiosity and enhance geographical and historical understanding. Great edition to your Ancient Rome study as part of any ancient civilisations programs.

Why Choose This Resource?

• Comprehensive Starting Points: We've curated a list of iconic Roman ruins from across the empire to kickstart the exploration.
• Interactive Exploration: Students utilize Google Earth, integrating technology and learning.
• ✍️ Critical Thinking: Encourage students to rank and reflect on the significance of each ruin, fostering deeper understanding and analytical skills.
• Adaptable: Suitable for both in-person and remote learning environments.

What's Included?

• Detailed instructions for students to navigate their exploration.
• A structured recording sheet to document findings.
• Reflective questions to deepen understanding and encourage discussion.

Bring the awe-inspiring remnants of the Roman Empire to your classroom. Perfect for history, geography, or general knowledge lessons. Download now and embark on a journey through time!

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Do you need an engaging activity to support your students in learning about Greek mythology? Are you teaching The Odyssey? If you want to motivate your students, then download this Ancient Greece Bundle Activity WebQuests of Gods and Goddesses!

With this WebQuest, students will research the Titans & Olympians, mythological monsters, modern-day connections, relationships to the solar system, words based on mythology, symbols, reflections, and more! Some research questions students will locate easily while others they will have to explore deeper to find the correct answers.

➟ There are 2 WebQuests in this bundle:

• Ancient Greece Mythology WebQuest
• The Goddesses of Ancient Greece Mythology WebQuest

When you purchase this scavenger hunt resource, you'll receive the activity in both print and digital formats. The research questions provided allow for scaffolded instruction that can be completed individually, in pairs, or in small groups. You can even use this lesson as a fun team-building or gamified activity. Your students are guaranteed to learn more with this high-quality, no-prep resource!

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This winter, share with your students the science and history of the Winter Solstice! This READY TO PRINT AND USE activity bundle is holiday inclusive as the Winter Solstice is an astrological phenomena that impacts everyone on earth!

This bundle includes the best seller Roman Saturnalia activity set along with the WInter Solstice at Egypt Karnak, and the newly released creative assignment of Create Your Own Ancient Winter Solstice.

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Get your students involved in exploring and providing solutions for Africa's Population Boom! This lesson includes a fun Human Twister intro activity, cooperative learning reading activity, chart population activity, and "**Share What You Learned "**exit card for the wrap-up. Students will be actively engaged through the entire lesson, working cooperatively with one another to examine issues and complete tasks. This lesson includes 14 pages of detailed teacher instructions, a Human Twister Introductory activity, a reading assignment, and fun enhancement activities, as well as a group share wrap-up activity.

OBJECTIVES:

· Understand the cause and effect of rapid population growth in Africa.

· Explore economic, political, cultural, and environmental issues leading to and as result of rapid population growth

of Africa.

· Examine the consequences of Africa’s rapid population growth.

· Explore the capabilities of improving the level of living in the midst of Africa’s rapid population growth.

MATERIALS NEEDED:

In preparation, the teacher will need to create the large floor circles for Twister and have a timer for the reading activity.

• Human Population Twister Game (Introductory Activity)

• One of each: yellow, green, blue, and red circles placed on the floor in each corner of the room or wherever you have space for a large number of students to stand and to which they can easily move. It is suggested to cut out each circle —24 inches in diameter— and laminate them so that the circles do not tear and can easily be reused.

• Africa’s Population Boom! (Reading Activity)

• How Fast Are These Countries Growing? (Cooperative Group Chart Activity)

• Task Card or Accordion Activity: Students can choose which one they wish to complete or the instructor can choose which one best works for his/her students. Note: Both cover the same questions.

• A Timer that makes noise for the class reading activity

• Guiding Questions for reading activity

• Calculator for the How Fast Are These Countries Growing? (Chart Activity)

• Share What You Learned + Exit Cards (Wrap-up Activity)

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Take your students on a journey through the rise and fall of the Roman Empire with this comprehensive reading comprehension bundle! Covering key topics from the founding of Rome to the rise of Christianity, this resource includes seven engaging worksheet sets plus a BONUS Unit Quiz to assess student learning. Designed for middle school and high school World History classes, each worksheet set features detailed reading passages, key terms, and comprehension questions to reinforce understanding.

Topics Covered:

• Origins and the Early Republic
• Roman Republic and Government
• The Roman Empire
• Daily Life and Society
• Roman Emperors
• The Fall of the Roman Empire
• The Rise of Christianity
• Ancient Rome Unit Quiz

What’s Included?

7 Reading Comprehension Worksheet Sets

• Each set includes:
  • Informational reading passages with bolded key terms
  • Vocabulary definitions to build historical literacy
  • Multiple-choice, true/false, matching, and short-answer questions
  • Engaging visuals and primary source connections

BONUS: Ancient Rome Unit Quiz

• A 20-question quiz featuring:
  • Multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short-answer questions
  • Optional bonus question for extra credit or discussion
  • Answer key included!

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

• Print & Go – No prep needed, perfect for classwork, homework, or assessments
• Engaging & Informative – Designed to build historical understanding with clear, structured content
• Perfect for Review & Test Prep – Ideal for reinforcing key concepts before assessments
• Answer Keys Included – Save time with fully completed answer guides