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Architecture of the Ancient World

For Teachers 5th - 8th
You can introduce your students to the amazing world of ancient architecture with these lesson plans.
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Quilt Block Collage

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Learn the art of quilting with this lesson plan that can be connected to a history lesson on quilts in Ancient Egypt, China, and modern art. After studying a general history of quilts, its uses, and the history of different patterns,...
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Ancient History

For Students 5th - 10th
In this ancient history worksheet, students complete multiple choice questions about Cleopatra, the Great Wall of China, and more. Students complete 4 questions total.
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Papermaking

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Imagine recycling food scraps and using them to make paper. The directions are all here in a seven-page packet that details several paper-making strategies.
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The History of Writing

For Teachers 5th - 8th
The history of written communication can be an interesting addition to history lessons.
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Chapter 9: A Surprising Day and A Little Bit About China

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders complete activities with Chapter 9 of the book The Fastest Pig in the West by Randi Hacker. In this literature lesson, 5th graders discuss the concept of saving face and how it affects the main character's decisions....
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The Greek Gods

For Teachers 5th - 6th
What were the early Greek myths? Have elementary students examine the Persian Wars and read various Greek myth in order to identify the cause and the results of the Persian Wars. Myths, activities, simulations, and a unit plan are links...
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Reading and Correcting Paragraphs

For Students 4th - 5th
In this proofreading worksheet, students read a paragraph about the great builders of ancient civilizations. Students answer 10 multiple choice grammar and vocabulary questions about the text.
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Developing Civilizations and the Role of Rice

For Teachers 5th
Student investigate how civilizations developed. In this rice farming lesson, 5th graders explore how rice cultivation changed through different civilizations. Students gain knowledge about different types of rice, where it's grown and...
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Egyptian Inspiration Web

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students conduct Internet research to discover information about scientific, technological, cultural and intellectual achievements in Egypt, along with Egyptian family life. Students create Inspiration webs of their findings.
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The Eight Immortals

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students compare and contrast the Eight Immortals with American super- heroes, such as Superman, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman while examining the literary genre of folktales and its connection to art.
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Archaeology For Kids Quiz 85

For Students 4th - 6th
In this archaeology for kids quiz 85 worksheet, student interactively answer 12 multiple choice questions about honoring the dead in ancient cultures, as part of an online magazine.
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Indian Music

For Students 5th - 6th
In this music activity, students discover facts about India's musical history and culture. Students read informative paragraphs and answer 7 questions about India's history and music.
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Class Flow: Ancient Civilizations

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is an assessment of ancient civilizations from Mesopotamia to Ancient Rome using true/false, Venn-diagrams, and cloze activities.