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The Early Middle Ages

For Teachers 6th - 8th
The Middle Ages provide a variety of interesting ways for students to study history.
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Back in Time - Next Stop the Middle Ages

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students are introduced to the Middle Ages through Powerpoint presentations and books. During the presentations students work on various reading skills by reading made up papers about the Middle Ages detailing certain events in history.
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Knights and Kings

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore feudalism. In this government lesson plan, students examine the role of knights and kings. Students discover the training boys went through for knighthood. Students write a letter home as if they were a squire during the...
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Checkmate: Chess, and the connection to the Middle Ages

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students investigate the different aspects of Medieval Times and the connection to chess.  In this world history lesson, students complete a chart answering questions about the lifestyles of men and women in the Medieval Times....
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Social Studies: Medieval and Contemporary Class Structures

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Young scholars discuss and compare contemporary class systems with those of the Middle Ages. They explore Websites on HyperStudio stack and review art and music of the Middle Ages. In groups, students design and draw castles reflecting...
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Confucius: Words of Wisdom

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students view a documentary on Confucius. He is revered as one of the greatest teachers in history. Confucius' name is synonymous with ageless wisdom. After viewing, students discuss what they saw then complete writing and art activities...
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Medieval Times Vocabulary

For Students 5th - 6th
In this vocabulary learning exercise, learners read the sentences and select the correct word about Medieval Times to complete the 10 sentences.
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Medieval Times Challenge

For Students 5th - 7th
In this medieval times activity, students complete a set of 10 multiple choice questions about the time period. A reference web site for additional activities is given.
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Medieval Times Crossword

For Students 6th - 8th
In this medieval times crossword puzzle activity, students use the 10 clues to determine the words and names that fill in the blanks to appropriately complete the word puzzle pertaining to the state. A word bank is included.
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Neh: Edsit Ement: Not Everyone Lived in Castles During the Middle Ages

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Forget the romantic view of the Middle Ages. What was it really like? Lesson plan focuses on exploring the lives of the peasants, craftsmen, and monks. Hyperlinks lead to great illustrations.