Mesopotamian Stele Project Overview

Jenny·

History

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Grade Level6th Grade

SubjectHistory

Original Prompt

create a mini-project where students create a stele on a poster about one of the mesopotamian empires (akkadian, babylonians, assyrians, chaldeans). This would just be a resource for them to use for their project. include a planning docuement with rubric and requirements out of 15 points

This resource is designed for students to explore the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia through the creation of a stele poster. The project engages students in understanding the cultural significance of steles, which are tall stone slabs engraved with carvings and inscriptions used to commemorate events, honor rulers, and publicize laws. Students will research one of the four major Mesopotamian empires—the Akkadian, Babylonian, Assyrian, or Chaldean—and create a visually accurate stele that includes key information such as the empire's name, notable rulers, significant achievements, cultural aspects, and relevant symbols. The project also emphasizes visual design principles and historical accuracy, providing a comprehensive framework for learning about Mesopotamian history.