Less than $5 Homeschool World History Activities (by date, latest first)

This engaging Coloring pages features a collection of inspiring quotes promoting equality, justice, and freedom, beautifully paired with intricate designs for coloring. Perfect for classrooms, homeschool activities, or personal use, these pages encourage creativity while fostering discussions about human rights and global values. Ideal for Human Rights Day, Social Studies lessons, or year-round inspiration. Let students reflect, color, and connect with these powerful messages of hope and humanity.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 26 coloring pages
• (PDF + PNG)
• Large 8.5” x 11” designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper
• High-resolution images
• Unlimited prints
• Great for kids, boys, girls, and teens

Students will use their research and context clues skills as they explore in depth 16 key figures of World War I through this online (or print) activity, as they work to find the missing pieces of information in the chart!

Key Figures include:

Arthur Zimmerman
Douglas Haig
Edith Cavell
Ferdinand Foch

John Pershing
Manfred von Richthofen
Mehmed V
Nicolas II

...and more!

Google Compatible - just copy and assign to students. Print version also available! Answer keys included!

In the independent research activity, students will study key aspects of the major world religions: Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Sikhism.

The handouts include sections relating to: Founder, Followers, Main Beliefs, Important Events and People, and more!

Great for World Geography, World History, or World Cultures classrooms!

ANSWER KEY INCLUDED WITH THE HANDOUTS!

Explore the history of the world through the art of haiku with the History in A Haiku Activity! This comprehensive kit is designed to enrich and engage students in their understanding of World History while honing their creative writing skills. With carefully curated historical prompts and a structured writing process, this activity offers a dynamic way to learn about various historical topics and craft expressive haikus.

Key Features:

• 30 Fascinating Historical Prompts: Choose from a diverse range of 30 world history topics that span different cultures, regions, and time periods.
• Grading Rubric: A comprehensive grading rubric guides students in meeting the criteria for historical accuracy, creative expression, language use, and more.
• Step-by-Step Guide: A detailed lesson plan and instructions make it easy to implement the activity effectively in your classroom.
• Extensions and Variations: Discover ways to extend the activity with group collaboration, multimedia integration, and exciting variations to cater to diverse learning preferences.
• Bonus Challenge: Encourage creativity with a bonus challenge that offers students the opportunity to earn extra credit by incorporating unique historical references.
• Grading Scale: A clear grading scale ensures students understand the evaluation process and helps you provide constructive feedback.
• Teacher Instructions: Detailed teacher instructions and suggestions for variations provide you with a flexible framework to adapt the activity to your classroom's needs.

Benefits:

• Enhance Historical Understanding: Foster a deeper understanding of world history by researching and connecting with different cultures and periods.
• Develop Creative Writing Skills: Cultivate creativity and descriptive language skills as students craft haikus that convey historical messages and imagery.
• Engaging and Interactive: The activity actively involves students in research, critical thinking, and artistic expression, making history come alive.
• Tailored Learning: Choose prompts that align with your curriculum or pique students' interests, creating a personalized learning experience.
• Meaningful Assessment: Assess historical understanding, language skills, and creativity through a well-defined grading rubric.

Immerse your students in the past, inspire their creativity, cultivate a deeper appreciation for history and language, and bring history to life in your classroom!

Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to introduce and review key terms relating to the early era of U.S. History, from European Exploration of the New World to the beginning of the Atlantic Slave Trade.

Students will use their research and context clues skills as they explore in depth 20 key figures of World War II through this online (or print) activity, as they work to find the missing pieces of information in the chart!

Key Figures include:

Adolf Hitler
Anne Frank
Benito Mussolini
Benjamin O. Davis, Jr
Bernard Montgomery
Charles de Gaulle
Chiang Kai-shek
Douglas MacArthur
Dwight Eisenhower
Erwin Rommel
Franklin D. Roosevelt
George S. Patton

...and more!

Google Compatible - just copy and assign to students. Print version also available! Answer keys included!

Ready to get your students moving and learning with an engaging, exciting, and all-around fun French Revolution review game that is sure to become a class favorite? Then, The Fly Swatter Game is right for you! Students compete to swat the fly with the word that matches the definition they are given. Multiple formats (project-to-board/screen or print options) and multiple game modes keep this game fresh and exciting. It's engaging, it's intense, but most of all, it's loads of fun that will have your students wanting to play again and again!

Use this game to review key terms relating to The French Revolution!

What’s Included:

• PowerPoint version of game board and instructions to be projected to a board, wall, or screen
• Larger flies that can be printed and cut out to use around your entire classroom
• Teacher instructions
• Student Study List of terms and definitions
• Teacher Vocabulary Call List to be used during gameplay
• Blank flies and call lists if you want to add or customize the game!

Fly swatters not included (I found cheap ones at the local dollar store!), but you can always have students use their hands or create their own fly swatters from paper!

This product pairs perfectly with the The French Revolution - World History Crossword Puzzle and Word Search!

Introduce your students to the Cold War with this interactive reading lesson, which includes:

• notes and highlights about the U.S-USSR tensions
• warm up and review questions
• click and drag activity
• discussion questions to get students to formulate an opinion

Students will be engaged during this interactive lesson, geared toward great classroom discussion and debate!

Take an extensive look at the Ancient Roman Empire with these three-part detailed PowerPoint notes and printable foldable, filled with guided notes, video questions, and graphic organizers!

Check out these related resources from The Classroom Globetrotter!

• The Roman Empire - Crossword Puzzle and Word Search
• Ancient Rome and the Rise of Christianity Test
• Justinian's Code - Interactive Lesson with Peardeck
• Exploring Empires! Historical Research Project

Ready to get review key vocabulary for the Industrial Revolution while getting your students moving and learning with an engaging, exciting, and all-around fun game that is sure to become a class favorite? Then, The Fly Swatter Game is right for you! Students compete to swat the fly with the word that matches the definition they are given. Multiple formats (project-to-board/screen or print options) and multiple game modes keep this game fresh and exciting. It's engaging, it's intense, but most of all, it's loads of fun that will have your students wanting to play again and again!

Use this game to review key terms relating to The Industrial Revolution!

What’s Included:

• PowerPoint version of game board and instructions to be projected to a board, wall, or screen
• Larger flies that can be printed and cut out to use around your entire classroom
• Teacher instructions
• Student Study List of terms and definitions
• Teacher Vocabulary Call List to be used during gameplay
• Blank flies and call lists if you want to add or customize the game!

Fly swatters not included (I found cheap ones at the local dollar store!), but you can always have students use their hands or create their own fly swatters from paper!

This product pairs perfectly with the The Industrial Revolution Crossword Puzzle and Word Search!

Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to review the major Chinese dynasties! Answer Keys included!

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Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to review key terms from major eras of Chinese history! Answer Keys included!

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Ready to review key vocabulary from the Age of Exploration and get your students moving and learning with an engaging, exciting, and all-around fun game that is sure to become a class favorite? Then, The Fly Swatter Game is right for you! Students compete to swat the fly with the word that matches the definition they are given. Multiple formats (project-to-board/screen or print options) and multiple game modes keep this game fresh and exciting. It's engaging, it's intense, but most of all, it's loads of fun that will have your students wanting to play again and again!

Use this game to review key terms relating to The Age of Exploration!

What’s Included:

• PowerPoint version of game board and instructions to be projected to a board, wall, or screen
• Larger flies that can be printed and cut out to use around your entire classroom
• Teacher instructions
• Student Study List of terms and definitions
• Teacher Vocabulary Call List to be used during gameplay
• Blank flies and call lists if you want to add or customize the game!

Fly swatters not included (I found cheap ones at the local dollar store!), but you can always have students use their hands or create their own fly swatters from paper!

This product pairs perfectly with the The Age of Exploration - World History Crossword and Word Search!

Explore the Rivalry of Athens and Sparta with This Engaging Interactive Reading Activity!

Take your students back to Ancient Greece to uncover the fascinating contrasts between two of history’s most influential city-states: Athens and Sparta. This interactive World History reading assignment provides a comprehensive comparison of their governments, societies, and values, encouraging critical thinking and student engagement.

What’s Included:

• Detailed Reading Passage:

• In-depth, student-friendly reading passages covering the political systems, daily life, military focus, and cultural achievements of Athens and Sparta.

• Interactive Activities:

• Thought-provoking questions to enhance comprehension and spark classroom discussion.

• Critical Thinking Prompts:

• Short answer and discussion questions that encourage students to analyze and compare the two city-states.

Key Features:

• Aligned with History Standards: Covers key aspects of the Ancient Greece curriculum, focusing on government, culture, and military history.
• Interactive Format: Students actively engage with the material through guided questions and analysis.
• No-Prep Resource: Perfect for busy teachers—just print or assign digitally, and you’re ready to go.
• Supports Critical Thinking: Promotes comparison and evaluation of historical systems and values.

Perfect For:

• World History Classes: Ideal for middle and high school students studying Ancient Greece.
• Homework or Class Assignments: Flexible use in various settings, from group work to individual study.
• Test Prep: Reinforces key concepts for assessments on Athens, Sparta, and Ancient Greece.

Bring Ancient Egypt to life with this engaging Fly Swatter Vocabulary Game! Perfect for middle and high school World History classrooms, this fun and interactive activity helps students reinforce their understanding of key terms related to Ancient Egypt while fostering teamwork and competitive learning.

How it works: Divide students into teams and use the included vocabulary cards. When a term is read aloud, students race to "swat" the correct word displayed on the board, helping them build retention in a fast-paced, engaging environment.

What's Included:

• Vocabulary terms and definitions focused on Ancient Egypt
• Easy-to-follow instructions for classroom setup and gameplay
• Engaging for both individual and team-based learning

This game is ideal for reviewing content, preparing for assessments, or simply adding excitement to your Ancient Egypt unit!

Use this game to review key terms relating to Ancient Egypt!

Fly swatters not included (I found cheap ones at the local dollar store!), but you can always have students use their hands or create their own fly swatters from paper!

This product pairs perfectly with the Ancient Egypt - World History Crossword Puzzle and Word Search!

Bring the Renaissance & Reformation to Life with this Engaging Vocabulary Fly Swatter Game!

This exciting Renaissance and Reformation Fly Swatter Game is an interactive and energetic way for middle and high school world history students to review essential vocabulary from one of history's most transformative periods. Ideal for reinforcing key terms and concepts, this activity keeps students engaged, competitive, and motivated to master historical vocabulary in a fun and memorable way!

What’s Included:

• PowerPoint version of game board and instructions to be projected to a board, wall, or screen
• Larger flies that can be printed and cut out to use around your entire classroom
• Teacher instructions
• Student Study List of terms and definitions
• Teacher Vocabulary Call List to be used during gameplay
• Blank flies and call lists if you want to add or customize the game!

Fly swatters not included (I found cheap ones at the local dollar store!), but you can always have students use their hands or create their own fly swatters from paper!

This product pairs perfectly with the The Renaissance and Reformation - World History Crossword Puzzle and Word Search!

Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to introduce and review key terms relating to The Vietnam War!

Key Terms Include:

• VIETNAM WAR
• TET OFFENSIVE
• MY LAI MASSACRE
• PARIS PEACE ACCORDS
• HANOI HILTON
• NAPALM
• HENRY KISSINGER
• HO CHI MINH
• GULF OF TONKIN
• AGENT ORANGE
• KENT STATE MASSACRE
• DOMINO THEORY
• ANTIWAR MOVEMENT
• DRAFT DODGING
• NGO DINH DIEM
• VIETCONG
• VIETNAMIZATION
• FALL OF SAIGON
• ROLLING THUNDER
• HUE MASSACRE
• NIXON DOCTRINE

Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to introduce and review key terms relating to The American Revolution!

Key Terms Include:

• DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE
• GEORGE WASHINGTON
• YORKTOWN
• REDCOATS
• MINUTEMEN
• FIRST CONTINENTAL CONGRESS
• PATRIOTS
• LOYALISTS
• BUNKER HILL
• COMMON SENSE
• MERCENARIES
• TREATY OF PARIS
• THOMAS JEFFERSON
• CONTINENTAL ARMY
• JOHN PAUL JONES
• MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE
• SARATOGA
• THOMAS PAINE

The perfect game to review key terms relating to World Religions!

Ready to get your students moving and learning with an engaging, exciting, and all-around fun game that is sure to become a class favorite? Then, The Fly Swatter Game is right for you! Students compete to swat the fly with the word that matches the definition they are given. Multiple formats (project-to-board/screen or print options) and multiple game modes keep this game fresh and exciting. It's engaging, it's intense, but most of all, it's loads of fun that will have your students wanting to play again and again!

What’s Included:

• PowerPoint version of game board and instructions to be projected to a board, wall, or screen
• Larger flies that can be printed and cut out to use around your entire classroom
• Teacher instructions
• Student Study List of terms and definitions
• Teacher Vocabulary Call List to be used during gameplay
• Blank flies and call lists if you want to add or customize the game!

Fly swatters not included (I found cheap ones at the local dollar store!), but you can always have students use their hands or create their own fly swatters from paper!

This product pairs perfectly with the World Religions Crossword Puzzle and Word Search!

Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to introduce and review key terms relating to beginning of the 21st Century in U.S. History!

Key Terms Include:

• GEORGE W BUSH
• TERRORISM
• AL QAEDA
• AXIS OF EVIL
• GUANTANAMO BAY
• GROUND ZERO
• HANGING CHAD
• ANTHRAX
• WMD
• SADDAM HUSSEIN
• JOHN ROBERTS
• HOMELAND SECURITY
• AL GORE
• STRATEGIC DEFENSE
• OSAMA BIN LADEN
• TALIBAN
• NSA
• HURRICANE KATRINA
• SEPTEMBER 11TH